Vintage & Thrift Shopping in Bristol

Join your host, Terence Williams, for a six-stop tour through Bristol’s thriving vintage and second-hand shopping scene. From carefully curated retro fashion to bargain-filled charity shops and iconic resale destinations, this episode celebrates the joy of thrifting in a city that prides itself on individuality and sustainability. Every spot featured is actively trading, independently loved, and ideal for discovering one-of-a-kind finds. 👗 Places featured: Rag Trade Boutique Website: https://www.ragtradeboutique.co.uk Address: 6 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5PQ Highlights: One of Bristol’s best-known vintage shops, Rag Trade specialises in handpicked men’s and women’s vintage clothing from the 70s through to the 90s, including denim, jackets, dresses, and accessories. Re:Up Bristol Website: https://www.reupbristol.com Address: 82 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5PJ Highlights: A colourful, modern resale store focused on reworked and curated vintage fashion. Known for bold streetwear, statement pieces, and a strong sustainability message. Loot Vintage Website: https://www.lootvintage.co.uk Address: 3 St Nicholas Street, Bristol BS1 1UB Highlights: A favourite for affordable vintage and second-hand clothing, with rails packed full of retro shirts, jackets, dresses, and denim — great for treasure hunters and bargain seekers. Sobey’s Vintage Clothing Website: https://sobeysvintageclothing.co.uk Address: 104 Cheltenham Road, Bristol BS6 5RW Highlights: A long-standing independent vintage shop offering well-organised rails of classic menswear, womenswear, and timeless pieces from multiple decades. Revive Charity Shop (Stokes Croft) Website: https://revivecharity.org.uk Address: 21 Stokes Croft, Bristol BS1 3PR Highlights: A popular charity shop known for high-quality second-hand clothing, furniture, and homeware. A great stop for ethical thrifting while supporting local community causes. Gloucester Road Vintage & Charity Strip Website: https://visitbristol.co.uk Address: Gloucester Road, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 Highlights: One of the longest stretches of independent shops in Europe, Gloucester Road is packed with vintage stores, charity shops, and resale gems — ideal for a full afternoon of thrifting and browsing.