From the outside this second-hand furniture shop doesn't look like much--but nosey your way though…read morethe raggedy entrance, past the offices, and you will find yourself in an enormous vault of housewares. The quality and range of furniture here is excellent, and the prices make each item a fantastic value. Not only that, but it's run largely by volunteers with profits going to help the homeless. Although it looks modest and homely, (especially with Ibrox looming over it across the street), this really is a treasure trove of used goods that will spruce up your home *and* help a worthy charity! Other details: Cash only / Delivery for £15 / Close to Ibrox, Govan and on the 121, 89 and 90 bus routes

From the owner: Second Opportunities is a Scottish registered charity, set up to tackle the effects of poverty by…read moreproviding services, which incorporate the concept of recycling.

DISCLAIMER: I worked relief hours at the Hub but wrote this review before taking on employment…read morethere. Ever since I bought my bike second hand a few months ago, I've been whizzing about Stirling town. Nothing intense. - A short trip here, a short trip there. To uni and back and for small grocery trips. But ever since I got my bike I also wander past the cycle hub curiously. 'I have a bike now! Can I join you in your hub of cycling?' It's a pretty little set-up next to Stirling train station and cycling's its thing. With a HUGE map of the Stirling area on the wall and awesome seats made out of old bikes, it's worth a visit whether you're a local or visiting cyclist. They can sort you out with cycle routes, give that flat wheel of yours a pump or simply satisfy your need for a good old-fashioned chat about bikes. After a quick like of the Stirling Cycle Hub facebook page I saw that they had a festive night light cycle planned that would go around town and last an hour. Sign me up! So, with tinsel round our bikes, we were welcomed by such passionate, friendly people! My wheels were a little on the flat side so they were happy to pump them up for me before we hit the road and there were free lights for those who didn't have any on their bike or just wanted to get more into the festive theme of the ride. The ride couldn't have been safer and we were signed in and out to ensure we were all back in one piece. It had been planned to cycle routes as much as possible which was great for anyone who was apprehensive about road cycling and the ride was leisurely, not strenuous! It was a lovely cycle about town as we got several 'toots' for our festive attire! We soon headed back to the hub for tea, mince pies and chatter. Police even stopped by to stamp our bikes so they could be traced if stolen. (Yay for anti-theft and the Cycle Hub's great local connections!) Now, it really grinds my gears (pardon the pun!) when people say that there's not a lot to do in Stirling and that there's far better communities thriving in larger cities. There's community if you look and the Stirling Cycle Hub is a really great find!

This is a nice, spacious venue to hire for an event, and the staff are lovely…read more It has a bar, a 'conservatory' kind of area with natural light, a stage for speakers if you choose to use it, and plenty of room! I have been to two events here - the Adult Feis, a traditional music weekend for over 18s run in October, and a Yes Scotland event at which I spoke about the arts in Scotland. On both occassions the staff were wonderful and the venue fulfilled the requirements of the events. There is a cafe here too which serves sandwiches, soup, etc - all fresh and tasty.

Creative in Callander is a fantastic shop! If you are looking for a beautifully crafted gift or…read moresomething special for yourself, you will have a more than adequate choice here. It's a not for profit venture, where local artists and crafters can sell their wares. Honestly, there are such gorgeous things here. Apparently it showcases the work of about 40 local artists and crafters, many of whom help in running the shop. There are pictures and photographs, many different wooden items, knitted and felted goods, jewellery, glassware, cushions and lots of other fine things for your home. I can't tell you what I bought, as it's a present that hasn't been gifted yet, but it was something very, very, cute, and my friend will probably cry when she sees it. The only thing that's a bit peculiar is the shop sign - it looks like it's made from forks or something, and it's difficult to read what it actually says. It says Creative in Callander. But don't let that put you off! I'd highly recommend going in. I am NOT a shopper, I really take no pleasure in it, but I could easily fill my boots and buy everything in this shop. My home would be a beautiful, woolen, tartan paradise.

Had heard stories about this place not being very hepful, but actually went myself to donate a…read morecomputer desk and I confirm this is so true!. Very unhelpful and unfriendly. If you want to donate any pieces of furniture I would recommend 'Debra' in the High Street, Dumbarton. They are so pleasant and even help you lift the items out of your car and most importantly 'Thank you' for your donation.

I have used them three times now and they have come and collected a mattress (perfect condition)…read moreand two seater sofa and a king size headboard. Very friendly and efficient.

New to You is the third branch from the Gorbals Recycles Project. This is another charity shop…read morefocused more on furniture with a few books and toys thrown in. Ooh I forgot, they also have a sweetie counter, I just had to buy me some 10p mix ups. Yum! They had some cracking deals with wardrobes and sofas from £20. Not a lot of items stay there too long, while I was there, a chair was sold and the Gorbals Recycles luton truck turned up in which they were bringing in items as fast as they were taking out. Stock is replenished frequently due to the great bargains they have on offer. The shop is immaculately clean, you can tell it's well looked after. It's a warm and friendly place, equal to their partner shops in town and in the Gorbals. It's such a great project and everyone I've met on the project has been really helpful. Gorbals Recycles supports it's volunteers which you can tell and they also support unemployed trying to get back into work. They also try to prevent land fill through recycling many various items that people no longer want or need. New to You also has some of the bicycles from the Gorbals shop on sale, they said many have taken an interest since they put them on display. This shop is situated in a cracking location in Partick, on the Dumbarton Road line of great charity shops. It's also a hop, skip and a jump from Partick train/subway/bus station. There's also plenty of buses that pass by. It's an ideal spot so I would definitely check what stock they've got, whatever's in the window goes pretty quickly so I'd get in there quick.

Market on the Green is part of the Gorbals Recycles Project. The head office is based in Commercial…read moreRoad in the Gorbals where the shop there is a bike shop. This branch is a charity shop with some cracking merchandise on sale. The charity shop offers free uplift for any old items you may want to give away. Gorbals Recycles aims to prevent land fill by recycling people's old furniture, brick-a-brac etc. They sell really good quality items and clean everything brought into the shop. The volunteers steam clean and tag the garments in the back shop. The shop is although in the city centre is a bit hidden away. It's located at the bottom of Saltmarket near to the high court. It's not got a lot of passing trade hence why I thought I should Yelp this project. Gorbals recycles supports volunteers and unemployed trying to get back into work. It's an excellent project and deserves lots of support. The shop is in a lovely spot where Glasgow Green is just over the road, so if you're ever swinging by to Glasgow Green swing by Market on the Green.