Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Charity Shop for Furniture & Community Support
Established in 2002, 9 Lives Furniture operates as a community-focused charity dedicated to transforming lives and repurposing pre-loved furniture. Our mission is built on three pillars: supporting disadvantaged individuals by providing affordable homeware, offering vocational training for those with learning difficulties or mild mental health challenges, and reducing landfill waste through furniture restoration. We collect and sell high-quality donated furniture, clothing, and books, with profits directly funding our social initiatives.Our 8-week furniture restoration course equips participants with practical skills while fostering confidence and social integration. With a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, we maintain a welcoming environment where customers, donors, and trainees contribute to our sustainable community model. Our operations span retail, training workshops, and outreach programs, reflecting our commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
Services
Furniture Sales
Clothing Donations
Book Collections
Restoration Training
Volunteer Programs
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer free 8-week furniture restoration courses for mental health and learning disability support
- Discounted furniture available through our referral scheme for those in financial hardship
- Dedicated delivery service starting at 15 for purchased items
- Volunteer opportunities fostering community engagement and skill development
- Partnerships with Three Rivers Council and Hertfordshire Community Foundation enhance our local impact
What people say
Sense of achievement
Supportive staff
Safe anxiety-free space
Creative community
Purposeful activities
Services
Furniture Sales
We offer a wide selection of restored and donated furniture at affordable prices. Our inventory includes sofas, tables, chairs, and unique homeware items. All purchases directly support our community programs while promoting sustainable reuse of pre-loved furniture.
Restoration Training
Our 8-week furniture restoration course provides practical skills training for adults with mental health challenges or learning disabilities. Participants learn sanding, painting, and upcycling techniques while gaining confidence through creative achievement in a supportive workshop environment.
Clothing Donations
We accept quality clothing, shoes, and accessories for resale in our shop. Donations help fund our charity's operations while providing affordable fashion options. Unsuitable items are responsibly recycled to minimize textile waste in our community.
Volunteer Programs
Volunteer opportunities include shop assistance, furniture collection, book sorting, and workshop support. Our program offers social engagement and skill development while helping individuals contribute to environmental sustainability and community welfare initiatives.
Book Collections
We accept book, DVD, and record donations for resale in our shop. Our collection includes fiction, non-fiction, children's books, and rare titles. Proceeds from book sales directly fund our training programs and community support services.
People
Sharon
General Manager
Sharon oversees daily operations, ensuring smooth retail function and strategic direction while maintaining our charity's community-focused mission and sustainability goals.
Peter
Tutor
Peter leads our furniture restoration course, combining technical expertise with supportive teaching to help participants develop practical skills and confidence through creative projects.
Rebecca
Team Leader
Rebecca manages volunteer coordination and workshop activities, fostering an inclusive environment that supports both trainees and staff in achieving our charity's objectives.
Carole
Volunteer
Carole contributes as a dedicated volunteer, sharing her skills in furniture restoration and customer service while embodying our charity's values of community support and sustainability.
Questions
What items can I donate to 9 Lives Furniture?
We accept quality furniture, clothing, books, games, and electrical items. We cannot accept white goods or fabric furniture without fire labels.
Are there volunteering opportunities available?
Yes, we welcome volunteers for shop assistance, furniture collection, book sorting, and marketing. Download our volunteer pack from the website to apply.
Do you offer delivery services for purchased items?
Yes, we provide delivery starting at £15 based on distance. Please inquire about availability and pricing when purchasing items.
How does 9 Lives Furniture support the community?
We help disadvantaged individuals access affordable homeware, provide vocational training for those with mental health challenges, and fund community programs through our retail operations.
