Where to donate books in Nelson
2 charity op shops in Nelson take books. Drop off during opening hours, and check with the shop before bringing large items.
- Red Cross Shop
Red Cross
52 Vanguard Street, Washington Valley, Nelson
Drop off: Mon to Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 10am–4pm
Picks up large items - Hospice Shop
Op Shop on Vanguard
31 Vanguard Street, Washington Valley, Nelson
Drop off: Tue to Fri 10am–4:30pm, Sat 10am–4pm, Sun 10am–3pm
Picks up large items
Before you drop off
- Wash clothes and check they’re in good shape; ripped or stained clothes cost charities money to dump.
- Drop off during opening hours. Goods left outside a closed shop often get rained on or taken.
- Most shops can’t take mattresses, cot and car seats (safety rules), broken electricals or large old TVs.
- Ring ahead for big furniture, or book a pickup where the charity offers one.