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Specialists in providing music to charity retailers. Amazing Instore provides:

• High quality original artist PRS/PPL exempt music
• Free unlimited music updates
• Dedicated production team to script and produce bespoke messages for your shops
• All in one hardware and music solutions so can staff can simply plug and play
• Solutions that start from 27p per day

Web: www.amazinginstore.com
Email: sales@amazinginstore.com
Tel: 0191 603 0035

Crowe Clark Whitehill is the leading provider of audit, tax and advisory services to the not-for-profit sector and works with many of the UK's leading charities. Our services include audit, governance, risk management, performance management, tax and general consultancy. Crowe Clark Whitehill runs a free tax helpline for the Association. Please contact Pesh Framjee or Naziar Hashemi. All enquiries will receive acknowledgement within 1 week.

Web: www.croweclarkwhitehill.co.uk
Email: nonprofits@crowecw.co.uk
(CRA members please put 'CRA enquiry' in the subject line or body of the email)
Tel: 020 7842 7100

World of Books offers a reliable, professional collection service for the disposal of surplus books from charity shops throughout the UK. Our service ensures maximum additional revenue for shops and minimum disruption, while reducing waste disposal costs and environmental impact.

Web: www.worldofbooks.com
Email: info@worldofbooks.com
Tel: 01903 507544

We are the Association's longest standing packaging member. We are able to supply both large and small charities both ethically and competitively with all types of carriers, collection sacks, bags for life and much more. Please call Andrew Smith or Mark Turner.

Web: www.bsmithpackaging.co.uk
Email: andrew.smith@bsmithpackaging.co.uk
Tel: 01905 757124

CharitybagsUK.com are specialist suppliers of charity sacks, refuse and carrier bags. A family run business since 2003. Our friendly and efficient staff are always ready to help. FREE quotes and samples available. We also provide storage facilities and nationwide delivery.

Web: www.charitybagsuk.com
Email: info@charitybagsuk.com
Tel: 0800 599 9226

We offer: Collection packs, carrier bags, refuse sacks, bags for life.
With: Artwork and design assistance, storage and nationwide delivery.
Experience: A flexible approach, product innovation, competitive prices, value for money.

Web: www.monro.co.uk
Email: charity@monro.co.uk
Tel: 01530 278000

‘The flexible packaging company’ for your flexible needs that prides itself on customer service. Suppliers of plain and printed biodegradable carrier bags, collection packs, adhesive tape, refuse sacks and much more. Established 1989. Nationwide deliveries.

Web: www.reddipak.co.uk
Email: info@reddipak.co.uk
Tel: 01789 720999

Leading charity publishers using responsible manufacturing whilst respecting the environment. Our portfolio includes Christmas cards, calendars, collection boxes and everyday cards, all produced using FSC accredited board, biodegradable cello bags and vegetable based inks. Please contact us to learn more about our stunning, innovative, environmentally friendly products.

Web: www.dashuk.co.uk
Email: enquiries@dashuk.co.uk
Tel: 01934 519555

Look no further for one of the most extensive and innovative charity Christmas and everyday card ranges. We pride ourselves on the quality of both product and service. Please contact our friendly team for a brochure and see how we can help you meet your fundraising challenges.

Web: www.lingdesign.co.uk
Email: charity@lingdesign.co.uk
Tel: 01225 489768

The first choice in Christmas cards for Trading and Fundraising managers. FSC accredited, environmentally friendly production. High quality designs, including a bespoke range with merchandising, shop pack and fulfilment. For first class customer service contact Bob Dixon.

Web: www.powellpublishing.co.uk
Email: bob@powellpublishing.co.uk
Tel: 01304 833550

Looking to take card payments or save costs in your charity shop? For all retail Chip & PIN, telephone, mail or online requirements we can help you to introduce card machines, mail and telephone or e-commerce payment solutions. Contact us today for secure, cost-effective card processing and locally-based technical support.

Web: www.cardsavecommunity.com
Email: marc.frost@cardsave.net
Tel: 0800 058 8244

Experts in Design, Print and Social Media. 
There's a saying: "A Leopard never changes its spots", and that sums up our business philosophy: We believe in uncompromising quality and consistency.
Contact us Today for a FREE quote.

Web: www.printexperts.org
Social: twitter.com/LeopardPrintLtd
facebook.com/LeopardPrintLtd
Email: sales@leopardprintltd.co.uk
Tel: 0800 032 7335

Spiral provides independent and impartial advice in all areas of energy and telecoms. Whether you have just one electricity supply/phone line, or multi-sites with more complex requirements, Spiral will help you derive best value for your stakeholders and beneficiaries alike.

Web: www.spiral-group.co.uk
Email: info@spiral-group.co.uk
Tel: 0845 330 8384

azurri is a supplier of a full range of charity solutions including Gift Aid, EPoS, web based reporting and hosted services. The company provides nationwide support services for both software & hardware for a variety of charity solutions. All products and services are competitively priced and have flexible rental options for those wishing to avoid capital expenditure.

Web: www.azurricharity.com
Email: sales@azurricharity.com
Tel: 0870 389 1205

CRS are specialist suppliers of Sharp scanning tills and Touchscreen Terminals for the charity retail sector, with over 900 installations in leading charity shops nationwide. CRS’ software covers flexible Gift Aid, new and donated goods, stock control, loyalty etc... Easy to use cost-effective solutions with professional training, support and service.

Web: www.crs-epos.co.uk
Email: info@crs-epos.co.uk
Tel: 01522 824555

Interested in EPoS, Gift Aid or E-Commerce? Cybertill is installed in around one in three of all charity shops in the UK, from small hospice chains to large nationals. With unrivalled systems for Gift Aid, donated stock, bought-in goods, replenishment and loyalty, Cybertill has the most cost effective solution, which is also simple to use and manage.

Web: www.cybertill.co.uk
Email: charity@cybertill.co.uk
Tel: 0800 030 4432

Eproductive is one of the leading technology providers to UK charity retailers, supporting over 3,500 shops operated by 90 clients. Pioneers in Retail Gift Aid, our other solutions include volunteer/staff management, new goods management, sales reporting and EPROS: our high performance, cost-effective EPoS system designed specifically for charity retailing. Please see our website for more details.

Web: www.eproductive.com
Email: info@eproductive.com
Tel: 020 7485 2500

Our easy to use retail system helps charities sell more at the tills, reduce admin time and provides a simple process for the collection of Gift Aid. Not complicated, time consuming or costly. Stock control of new, donated and refurbished goods and pick-up and delivery management for furniture re-use are all reasons to contact us for a quick on-line demonstration.

Web: www.kudos-software.co.uk
Email: charities@kudos-software.co.uk
Tel: 01548 843586

NISYST provide integrated business IT solutions for charity shops. Our volunteer friendly EPoS solution, CHARiot, covers both donated and purchased goods and is combined with powerful retail management tools as well as charity retail specific reporting. CHARiot also has a fully integrated powerful Gift Aid module which enables charities to make Gift Aid claims on sales of donated goods.

Web: www.nisyst.co.uk/CHARiot
Email: sales@nisyst.co.uk
Tel: 01204 706000

Charity Resource from Spark & Zoom is a central point of contact for our charity sector services which include:
Gift Aid print
Mail Management
Web Based Training (25% off for CRA members + 5 free courses until 31 July)
Catering Consumables

Web: www.sparkandzoom.com
Email: mail@sparkandzoom.com
Tel: 01562 777424

D E Ford Insurance Brokers is an independent Chartered Insurance Brokers and has 30 years’ experience within the charity sector providing insurance and risk management solutions to organisations of all sizes.

Web: www.deford.co.uk
Email: kdeighton@deford.co.uk
Tel: 01904 784141

Blake Lapthorn is a large regional firm providing a range of tailored legal services to a number of high profile charities on retail-related real estate issues such as landlord and tenant, employment, shop leases, litigation and trading, tax and corporate work.

Web: www.bllaw.co.uk
Email: liam.desmond@bllaw.co.uk
Tel: 01865 254228

Transworld are the leading pick and pack logistics warehouse with an integrated courier and mailing and fulfillment solution all operating from under one roof. Transworld have developed an online inventory management system that provides a unique ‘online shopping’ experience for ordering and simply replenishing stock with an advanced management reporting tool. Our clients benefit from tailored logistics solutions to match and develop alongside their business needs along with advanced account management support.

Web: www.transworld.eu.com
Email: manisha.chohan@transworld.eu.com
Tel: 020 8751 7533

Transworld are the leading pick and pack logistics warehouse with an integrated courier and mailing and fulfillment solution all operating from under one roof. Transworld have developed an online inventory management system that provides a unique ‘online shopping’ experience for ordering and simply replenishing stock with an advanced management reporting tool. Our clients benefit from tailored logistics solutions to match and develop alongside their business needs along with advanced account management support.

Web: www.transworld.eu.com
Email: manisha.chohan@transworld.eu.com
Tel: 020 8751 7533

forgottenmobile.com is a mobile phone recycling company with a difference. Working closely with all organisations, we recycle mobile phones saving vital UK landfill and generating vital additional revenue. There are comprehensive marketing materials and a collection service available.

Web: www.forgottenmobile.com
Email: info@forgottenmobile.com
Tel: 01293 538593

Charity Shop Radio. NO PRS/PPL FEES! Hosted by professional DJ's introducing talented unsigned bands and artists. Includes regular relevant announcements which can be received on our pre-tuned internet radio with no recurring costs. Free trials available. Or music can be supplied on SD Card or USB pen drive.

Web: www.imsradio.net
Web: www.charityshopradio.co.uk
Email: julie.imsradio@gmx.co.uk
Tel: 0161 643 3266     Mobile: 07715 294870

Mood Media Corporation is a leading global in-store media specialist that uses a mix of music, visual and scent media to help its clients communicate with consumers with a view to driving incremental sales at the point-of-purchase.

Web: www.moodmedia.com
Email: info_uk@moodmedia.com
Tel: 01689 882200

Our collection of quality Christmas decorations and gifts are hand crafted by Fair Trade producers, including papier-mâché from Kashmir, olive wood from Bethlehem and embroidered Zari decorations from India. Traditional, religious, Christmas or bespoke product for your shop or catalogue.

Web: www.fairtotrade.com
Email: david@fairtotrade.com
Tel: 0118 983 5767

We supply over one million items annually exclusively to charities and hospices so their retail divisions can raise money for worthy causes. Rouge offer an unrivalled collection of Christmas novelties, jewellery and fashion apparel at highly competitive prices.

Web: www.rougemarketing.co.uk
Email: office@rougemarketing.co.uk
Tel: 01763 272172

White Brothers supply new goods into the charity retail sector. Our offerings consist of a core range of men's and ladies accessories and a wide and varied range of clearance lines from major high street retailers.

Web: www.newgoodsforcharityshops.co.uk
Email: matthew.keates@white-brothers.co.uk
Tel: 01993 709037

eBay for Charity helps charities fundraise on eBay.co.uk. Charities can sell everyday items, run special auctions or ask supporters to sell and buy items in support of them. PayPal Giving Fund, eBay’s partner charity, help run the programme which has so far raised over £43m for more than 7,000 UK charities.

Web: www.paypalgivingfund.org.uk and www.ebay.co.uk/charity
Email: info@paypalgivingfund.org.uk
Tel: 020 8605 3095

With 30 years of international experience, our team of skilled photographers and videographers, with creative visualisation, will cover your event with matchless standards of excellence.

Fundraising * Conferences * Events * Black-tie * Celebratory * Product Launches

Our multi-talented team can create all promotional material and brochures and steer your vision right through from inception to "it's-a-wrap".

Web: www.jeuxdimages.co.uk
Email: info@jeuxdimages.co.uk
Tel: 07957 592200

Need more stock? Want to increase revenue? Sell electricals! First Stop Safety can help you deliver both for your shop. Supplying everything you need to PAT test cheaply, quickly and easily. Affordable range of training and simple to use equipment.

Web: www.firststopsafety.co.uk
Email: sales@firststopsafety.co.uk
Tel: 01904 791050

There's no better time to be renegotiating your lease terms and lowering your property costs. Cirrus offers a complete commercial property management service for charities, and by only representing tenants we have no potential conflict of interest. For property searches, lease negotiation, rent reviews and portfolio administration contact Robert.

Web: www.cirrustenantleasing.co.uk
Email: info.uk@cirrustls.com
Tel: 01865 487210

Lodge Service are an experienced and proven supplier of security solutions to the charity sector, specialising in stock/cash loss investigations, loss awareness training and bespoke Mystery Shopping. National cover using experienced loss prevention managers, who are all sympathetic to the unique requirements of the sector.
Lodge Service – Proud Supporters of Charity Retail

Web: www.lodgeservice.com
Email: pthomas@lodgeservice.com
Tel: 07770 635929 or 020 8446 6601

With over 40 years in retail, Hughes Escott offer interior/exterior services including mechanical/electrical (NIC approved), signage, graphics, design concept, working drawings/specification, buildings & property maintenance. We operate across the UK.

Email: info@hughes-escott.co.uk
Website: www.hughes-escott.co.uk
Tel: 01793 840121

International Displays provide a turnkey shop fitting service including design manufacture and installation throughout the UK. We specialise in bespoke displays, shelving, and retail counters and are committed to providing exceptional service, quality products and great value to charity retailers.

Web: www.internationaldisplays.co.uk
Email: cjenkin@internationaldisplays.co.uk
Tel: 01487 825050

Working with the charity industry for over 20 years, Eden Shop Equipment specialises in shopfitting and display equipment. Our full product range is available online, and we offer preferential rates to the charity sector, as well as technical advice and support.

Web: www.edenshop.co.uk
Email: sales@edenshop.co.uk
Tel: 0121 212 1788

Your one-stop shop for retail equipment and supplies. Over 5,000 products - shopfittings, counters, cabinets, slatboard, gridwall, rails, acrylics, busts, mannequins, hangers, ticketing, carrier bags, steamers, printing, packaging and much more. PREFERENTIAL PRICES FOR CHARITIES. Free full colour catalogue.

Web: www.morplan.com
Email: sales@morplan.com
Tel: 0800 451122

Planet Aspects specialises in supplying charity retailers with innovative shop fittings, display products and sundry supplies at competitive prices.  Bespoke design and manufacture.  Printed tickets, labels and carrier bags, a single source for all retail supply needs.  Planet Aspects prides itself on its service, quality and innovation.

Web: www.planetaspects.co.uk
Email: info@planetaspects.co.uk
Tel: 01825 766222

With over 25 years experience in dealing with the retail trade, the Stayfast name has become synonymous with the charity sector. Preferential pricing for charities, see our Charity website www.charityshopfittings.co.uk

Web: www.stayfast.co.uk
Email: charity@stayfast.co.uk
Tel: 0800 970 1883

Suppliers of shopfittings since 1987 to the retail industry. Over 2000 products in stock ready for immediate dispatch. In house bespoke metal and acrylic manufacturers. Very competitive prices and special discounts for charities. Nationwide delivery. Online secure shopping. Free catalogue.

Web: www.tradelines.co.uk
Email: beeta@tradelines.co.uk
Tel: 0121 236 3023

Your working partner for over 21 years generating increased revenue at point of sale. Propress steamers give unmatched results, performance, quality and reliability, instantly removing creases from all fabric for perfect presentation. Dedicated staff for fast-track service to charities. Health & Safety support.

Web: www.propress.co.uk
Email: info@propress.co.uk
Tel: 020 8417 0660

BTR Ltd is a textile recycling company whose mission in the industry is to provide excellent service standards.
We invest in our charity relationships with bespoke sector benefits, commitment to our service reviews and 24/7 access to your rag information.

Web: www.btr-ltd.co.uk
Email: ginnie@btr-ltd.co.uk
Tel: 0117 971 7349

Choice is a market leader when it comes to providing quality service for charitable organisations. We collect a wide range of recyclables; please contact us for more information. Make us your Choice.

Web: www.choicetextile.com
Email: info@choicetextile.com
Tel: 0800 458 9770

Total recycling. Call or text Colltex to arrange a collection of all your recycling materials: clothes, shoes, bags, belts, metal, cardboard, polythene, electrics, and the purchase of complete hard plastics when boxed. We aim to provide an efficient and friendly service with online or cheque payment.

Web: www.colltexltd.net
Email: colltex@btinternet.com
Tel: 01484 842993

Fortune International Ltd specialise in the collection of used clothing, shoes, bric-a-brac and books. We provide excellent collection services to charities, schools and provide textile banks on long term agreements.

Web: www.fortuneeximports.com
Email: fil@tikoo.co.uk
Tel: 01234 347272

RTS Textile Recyclers are an eco-friendly company who are passionate about protecting our planet for future generations.  We are focused on textile recycling and supporting our communities in the process, by implementing a zero land fill policy to reduce our carbon footprint.

Web: www.rtstextilerecyclers.co.uk
Email: shelley@rtstextilerecyclers.co.uk
Tel: 0800 888 6050

1st Waste Management are now in our 6th year as a partner of the CRA.  We are delighted to be able to continue to offer the sector considerable savings on their waste services and now have the ability to offer extended services on clinical and medical waste streams.
WE COULD SAVE YOUR CHARITY MONEY AND TIME!

Web: www.1stwaste.co.uk
Email: m.nicol@1stwaste.co.uk
Tel: 01202 393001

Charity Resource from Spark & Zoom is a central point of contact for our charity sector services which include:
Gift Aid print
Mail Management
Web Based Training (25% off for CRA members + 5 free courses until 31 July)
Catering Consumables

Web: www.sparkandzoom.com
Email: mail@sparkandzoom.com
Tel: 01562 777424

Environcom is a pioneering WEEE recycler that is all about 'doing the right thing with WEEE so it doesn't cost the earth'. Environcom's Grantham WEEE facility is one of the largest and most advanced in Europe, comprising the latest state of the art technology aimed at achieving high levels of WEEE Recycling, Recovery and Reuse.

Web: www.environcom.co.uk
Email: info@environcom.co.uk
Tel: 01476 564942