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Fri, 05 Jun 2026

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 British Heart Foundation plans to close 150 charity shops

The charity says it is facing "an exceptionally challenging trading environment".

* British Heart Foundation (BHF) plans to close around 150 charity shops due to an "exceptionally challenging trading environment".
* Rising operating costs and changing customer habits have made some stores "no longer financially sustainable", according to the BHF.
* The charity has 640 shops across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, with closures making up just under a quarter of the total.
* Around 90 stores will close by March 2027, with the remaining affected stores closing by March 2028.
* The charity plans to reduce its central teams supporting retail operations.
* BHF's overall financial position remains healthy, with strong fundraising and legacy income continuing.
* The closures are a result of a combination of factors, including rising costs, inflationary pressures, and changing consumer habits.