Mary’s Meals

I got a vintage Laura Ashley dress for a mere six pounds today. It’s ruby red and flowing with little bejeweled straps and is the stuff of charity shop scourers’ dreams. I’m wearing it now. That and one giant smile. It’s true, an unexpected second-​hand find can turn even the biggest of frowns upside down. — The overwhelming presence of charity shops on our high streets is testament to that. We do love a bargain!
Mary’s Meals is a traditional no-​frills charity shop in Dunblane High Street. It does feel like you’re rummaging through a stranger’s garage, with something to be found in every corner and the odd bit of treasure just waiting to be discovered. The clothing section may be smaller than similar charity shops, but you definitely shouldn’t discount it on that basis. Whilst shopping requires a fair bit of searching, I can most definitely vouch for persevering for the good stuff, hence my find today! Book and DVD prices are also significantly lower than most charity shops I’ve visited and the selection is extensive and varied.
It’s well worth hopping on the train from Stirling for a rummage. Like me, you’ll be smiling when you leave because, one: you’ll have most likely nabbed yourself a bargain, and two: it’s going to a very good cause. — Staff are rather lovely too.
Consider me a regular, Mary!