Rummage Rescuers

Rummage Rescuers in Blackburn, Lancashire

Harrison Street, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 1NR

01254 264093

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Welcome!

Welcome to the Rummage Rescuers family of shoppers, donators and volunteers.

Rummage Rescuers is a community interest company based in Blackburn, Lancashire, supporting local people with furniture, homeware, clothing baby items and essentials at affordable prices.

Rummage Rescuers founder, Liz Crook, started the community-led organisation in 2015 to address the needs of Blackburn with Darwen residents. The first shop was in the bustling and thriving community of Mill Hill. A second community shop whuich has a vintage, Wedding, Occasion and designer clothing floor (Glitz 'n' Glam) is in the heart of Blackburn town centre, opposite the Town Hall.

Both community shops are hubs for local people with a treasure trove of pre-loved clothing, shoes, small household items and accessories. The shops are stocked with items donated by generous people and local organisations. Enjoying shopping for quality goods is important for people who are on a tight budget.

There are two warehouses open to the public. The furniture warehouse on Harrison Street stocks large items and homeware donations. The warehouse on Canterbury Street is for clothing, bedding, baby goods and toys. A collection and delivery van service is available for a small fee.

Rummage Rescuers work closely with statutory and private organisations to support people in need and particularly people moving from temporary to permanent accommodation. 

Pound Pending Scheme

This is an opportunity to leave a Pound Pending for those in need.  All Pound Pending funds are open to anyone who needs to buy goods from the Rummage Rescuers community shop but is struggling to afford the essentials. For example, school uniforms are freely available at all times. 

Pound Pending supports those in need i.e. the homeless, flood victims etc.  It allows Rummage rescuers to support people with coats, scarves, gloves, jumpers and other items of homeware when it's genuinely needed.

Throughout the winter, we witness homeless folk who are freezing cold. They call in to Canterbury Street warehouse to ask for help. They access the Rummage Rescuers Community Pound Pending scheme. Just £5 from the pound pending funds provides a full bag warm clothes. They leave dressed for the cold, warm, happy and grateful.

It takes just £1 to make a difference. To donate £1 or more, or to set up a recurring monthly payment, please click here.

Rummage Rescuers Chief Executive Officer Liz Crook says: “It is a privilege to actually see the scheme work. Thank you so much to all the kind and amazing people who’ve donated.” If you’re in need, all you need to do is visit one of the Rummage Rescuers community shops or warehouses and ask for goods via Pound Pending.  We can’t do this without generous support and it costs just £1.

Donating goods to Rummage Rescuers

A variety of goods are accepted as donations at our community shops and warehouses. Donations are essential to help us maintain our services.

We accept:

  • Baby equipment (prams, moses baskets, baby walkers etc)
  • Books
  • Clothing (good quality men’s clothing)
  • Accessories
  • Jewellery
  • CDs and DVDs
  • Childrens toys
  • Homeware
  • Furniture
  • VHS/cassette tapes

Unfortunately, we cannot accept:

  • Gas related items
  • Pharmaceutical items
  • E-Cigarettes, fluids or other quit smoking aids
  • Animals

We would politely ask that you please make sure the items you are donating are clean and in good working condition. 

Any additional information please contact us at:  01254 264 093


Are Rummage Rescuers looking for volunteers?
Yes! We’re always in need of volunteers for various roles, for details of the opportunities available. Fin out more at www.rummagerescuers.org.uk/volunteering/

Opening times
Day Open Open time Close time
Monday Closed
Tuesday Open 9:00am 5:00pm
Wednesday Open 9:00am 5:00pm
Thursday Open 9:00am 5:00pm
Friday Open 9:00am 5:00pm
Saturday Open 9:00am 5:00pm
Sunday Open 10:00am 4:00pm
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Reviews
Charlotte Knowles

Charlotte Knowles Member since November 2019

Reviewed on 23rd July, 2021

Absolutely fantastic, inspirational company. Great staff. Making a HUGE impact accross the community. Support them if you can!