trade in your old clothes
bring us your old CLOTHES and we'll give you £1 per piece to spend in our kilo sale
weds - sun: 12 - 6
all clothes must be in good condition - read the faqs below for more info x
FAq
What clothes do you accept?
We accept almost all adult clothing, shoes and accessories in good condition.
This includes belts, bags, sunglasses, jewellery, watches etc
IS there a limit?
Not at the moment! We've just started this so maybe in the future we will, we'll figure it out as we go
Can i just drop them off instead?
If you dont want to trade in for credit thats no problem just drop us your clothes and we'll make sure they find a new home
Where can i spend my credit?
On anything within our kilo sale (thats our second warehouse next door to our first)
Can I park my car?
Usually yes, theres a small car park at the entrance to our yard
DO YOU ACCEPT VINTAGE / OLD CLOTHING?
Well yeah thats kinda our speciality! This is rare as cash for clothes services dont
Do I need an appointment?
No
Get Cash for Clothes in Cardiff (£1 Per Item to Spend In-Store)
If you’re searching for cash for clothes in Cardiff, The Thrift offers a simple, local way to turn your unwanted clothes into value. Bring in your old clothes and receive £1 per accepted item to spend in-store at our kilo sale — no appointments, no posting bags away, and no waiting weeks for payment.
We’re based in Cathays, Cardiff, and accept walk-in clothing trade-ins during opening hours. It’s a fast, in-person alternative to traditional cash-for-clothes services, and everything stays local.
How our cash-for-clothes trade-in works
Our trade-in system is straightforward:
- Bring your old clothes to The Thrift
- We sort and accept what we can reuse or resell
- You receive £1 per accepted item in store credit
- Spend it immediately in our kilo sale
That means your old clothes can instantly become new wardrobe finds — without the hassle of online selling or courier services.
A local alternative to cash-for-clothes services
Many people searching for “sell clothes near me” or “get money for old clothes” end up using national cash-for-clothes schemes that require posting items away and often pay very little per kilo.
At The Thrift, you can trade clothes in person, see exactly what’s accepted, and use your credit the same day. There’s no guessing, no waiting, and no hidden deductions.
Why trade your clothes in at The Thrift?
Local Cardiff store — no shipping required
Immediate value — spend your credit straight away
Sustainable — clothes are reused, not wasted
No appointment needed — just drop in
Perfect for clear-outs — wardrobes, house moves, seasonal changes
If you’ve been looking for cash for clothes in Cardiff or a fair way to get value from old clothing, our trade-in scheme is designed to be quick, transparent, and accessible.
Where to find us
The Thrift is located in Cathays, Cardiff, and is open Wednesday to Sunday. You can drop off clothes, trade them in, and browse our kilo sale all in one visit.
Whether you’re decluttering, upgrading your wardrobe, or just want a sustainable way to recycle clothing, trading in your old clothes at The Thrift keeps everything simple — and local.
