The Community Shop

10/06/2026

Huge congratulations to our wonderful volunteer Sally Anderson on completing the Camino de Santiago challenge and raising over £630 for the Lochgilphead MS Centre.
Sally gives so much of her time to supporting our community through volunteering at The Community Shop, and we're incredibly proud of what she has achieved.
What an amazing effort, well done Sally! 👏🚶‍♀️💙

Sally Anderson, 66, undertook the eight-day challenge from 13 to 20 May, walking a section of the historic route.

09/06/2026

🛍️ Thinking of donating to The Community Shop?
We're always grateful for the amazing support from our local community. Every donation helps us support local people, reduce waste and give quality items a second life.

Before bringing donations along, please take a moment to visit our website where you'll find:
✅ What items we can accept
✅ Items we're unable to take
✅ Opening days and times
✅ Information about shopping, volunteering and supporting our work
🌐 thecommunityshop.org⁠

Checking our website before donating helps ensure we can make the best use of donations and our available storage space.
Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community while keeping reusable items out of landfill. ♻️

06/06/2026

🌟 Volunteers Needed 🌟
Join The Community Shop Team!
As part of Volunteers' Week 2026, we're looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to join our team at The Community Shop.
Whether you have previous experience or are simply looking for a new opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Just a couple of hours a week can make a real difference to both your community and yourself.
💜 What you'll gain:
• Retail and customer service experience
• Increased confidence and communication skills
• Teamwork and organisational skills
• New friendships and community connections
• A supportive and welcoming environment
🛍️ What you'll be doing:
• Sorting and preparing donations
• Supporting customers on the shop floor
• Helping create a welcoming space for everyone
• Working alongside our fantastic staff and volunteers
At The Community Shop, we're about people helping people - reducing waste, supporting local communities, and creating opportunities for everyone.
📩 Interested?
Apply here: 🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/JV1sjnqe4E⁠�
Or pop into the shop for a chat – we'd love to meet you!
Please note that we are currently unable to offer volunteer positions to anyone under 18 years of age.
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01/06/2026

💛 Celebrating Our Volunteers - Volunteers' Week!

This Volunteers' Week, we want to say a huge thank you to every single volunteer who gives their time, energy, kindness and dedication to The Community Shop.
Whether you're sorting donations, helping customers, creating displays, supporting behind the scenes, or simply bringing a smile to someone's day, your contribution makes a real difference to our community.
Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Your compassion, commitment and willingness to help others enables us to continue supporting local people and providing an affordable, welcoming space for everyone.
We are incredibly grateful for all that you do and proud to have such a fantastic team of volunteers.
Thank you for being the heart of The Community Shop. 💜💛
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11/05/2026

Saturday 16th May at the Community Shop...

🧵 Learn to Repair What You Wear - all welcome

Got a rip in your jeans? A loose hem? Broken bag strap or worn-out shoes?
Don’t throw it away - fix it! ♻️
We’re hosting ReMake Argyll again for a brilliant Clothing & Textiles Repair Session where you can bring along items and learn how to repair them yourself, with expert guidance.
✨ Save money
✨ Learn new skills
✨ Reduce waste
✨ Feel good doing it

Sat 16th May, 2–4pm Community Shop, Lochgilphead

No experience needed - just bring something along and give it a go!
💛 Supporting sustainability, skills, and our local community
👉 Please share so others know they can come along

05/05/2026

🚨 Urgently needed🚨

Volunteers to join The Community Shop Team...

The Community Shop is looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to come and be part of something that genuinely makes a difference locally. Hours flexible to suit, with commitment from just a couple of hours a week. But this isn’t just about giving your time - it’s about you getting something from your experience with us too. We can help build skills, confidence, and real connections within your community.

Whether you’ve got experience or you’re just looking to get started, there’s a place for you here.

💡 What you can gain:
• Retail & customer service experience
• Confidence and communication skills
• Teamwork and organisation skills
• A chance to support local people in a meaningful way
• A supportive, welcoming environment

🛍️ What you might be doing:
• Helping sort and prepare donations
• Supporting customers on the shop floor
• Creating a welcoming, respectful space
• Working alongside a great team of staff & volunteers

At its heart, The Community Shop is about people helping people - reducing waste, supporting the community, and creating opportunities for everyone.
Even a few hours can make a real difference.
📩 Interested?
You can apply here:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/JV1sjnqe4E

Or pop in for a chat – we’d love to hear from you.

*Please note we are currently unable to offer volunteering positions to those under 18.

28/04/2026

** Now sold! **

Fancy a new hobby? Excellent condition Kite Buggy, £50 ❤️

An unusual donation for sure, but a very generous one and a bargain for someone!

20/03/2026

This Saturday, 21st March...

Have you ripped the crotch of your favourite jeans? Missing a button from a shirt? Sick of your kids having holes in their leggings? Perhaps you bought some trousers that are just a wee bit long?

Bring any damaged item of clothes to the next 'Learn to Repair What You Wear' Cafe and receive support and advice, from friendly volunteers, to repair it yourself.

Saturday 21st March 2-4pm. The Community Shop, Lochgilphead.

Resources, equipment and hot drinks provided. Everyone Welcome!

Brought to you by The GRAB Trust's ReMake Argyll project.

Enquiries: [email protected]

12/03/2026

Another fab ReMake Argyll session coming up at the Community Shop! 😁

Have you ripped the crotch of your favourite jeans? Missing a button from a shirt? Sick of your kids having holes in their leggings? Perhaps you bought some trousers that are just a wee bit long?

Bring any damaged item of clothes to the next 'Learn to Repair What You Wear' Cafe and receive support and advice, from friendly volunteers, to repair it yourself.

Saturday 21st March 2-4pm. The Community Shop, Lochgilphead.

Resources, equipment and hot drinks provided. Everyone Welcome!

Brought to you by The GRAB Trust's ReMake Argyll project.

Enquiries: [email protected]

14/01/2026

Looking for a bit of fun without breaking the bank!
Pop down to the Community
Shop for great fun & great value
🃏ALL GAMES & JIGSAWS £1!!🃏
Perfect for
🌧️rainy afternoons
🌟Family nights in
🐝Keeping the kids entertained
🙏Mindful moments