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The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St - Charity Shop in Preston
The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St is a charity thrift store at 263 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072, Preston, VIC. Google rating: 4.3/5 from 58 reviews.
Google rating
4.3/5
Reviews
58
From Melbourne
8.9km
Straight-line distance
4 - 5 star reviews
82.8%
Google review breakdown
Google photos
5
Suburb rank
#5
of 13 by rating
Store details
Address
263 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072
Donations
Accepts clothing donations
Google category
Church
Nearest listing
0.09 km away (same directory)
Inventory
Clothing
Facilities
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Google attributes
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Toilet
Clothing
Opening hours
Contact store for hours
Contact & visit
+61 3 9478 0694
- Australian thrift directory
- Local to Preston
- 13 stores listed in Preston
- Details reviewed May 2026
- Direct contact available
Where to Find Us
Map pin for The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St in Preston. Many charity shops sit on side streets or church grounds. Check access and parking before you load the car.
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View detailsWhat should I know before visiting this charity shop in Preston?
Use the facts on this page (hours, stock notes, payment and parking where listed) to decide whether The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St fits your thrift or donation trip. Call ahead on public holidays, and only donate clean, sellable goods so volunteers aren't stuck sorting landfill.
The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St trades from 263 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072 (Preston, VIC).
The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St (Salvos) in Preston, VIC. Google score on this branch: 4.3/5 (58 reviews). Branch stock cues: clothing.
Branch phone +61 3 9478 0694 for Preston donation and hours questions.
Price level listed as Budget Friendly; accepts clothing donations.
Map coordinates for this branch: -37.74062, 145.00436.
Check hours before a long trip to Preston (VIC).
Where your money goes: Proceeds support The Salvation Army's community, welfare and homelessness programs across Australia.
Google listing attributes
Donating to The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St
The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St: Accepts clothing donations. Based on what this store appears to stock, here is a guide to what it is likely to take. Clean, dry donations are easier for volunteers to process, and calling first still beats a wasted trip when the back room is full:
| Item Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Clothing & accessories | Accepted | Clean, wearable items in good condition |
| Books & media | Usually accepted | Recent titles preferred over textbooks |
| Furniture | Not typically | Limited floor space; check before bringing |
| Homewares & bric-a-brac | Usually accepted | Crockery, decor and kitchen items that are intact |
| Electrical | Conditional | Must pass safety testing before resale |
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about visiting The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St in Preston. Confirm hours, donation rules and stock on the day. Volunteer-run shops can change rosters without updating every directory listing straight away.
Where is The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St located?
The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St is at 263 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072, Preston, VIC.
Can I donate furniture to The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St?
The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St in Preston primarily focuses on clothing and smaller items, so large furniture is not usually accepted. Call the Preston branch before bringing bulky donations.
Is The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St open on weekends?
No weekday-only pattern for The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St in Preston. Confirm the hours block on this page.
Is The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility notes for The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St in Preston: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St a verified Google business?
Yes - Google marks this listing as a verified business profile. That means the owner has claimed the listing on Google; it is not a verification by our directory.
How does The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St compare to other listings in Preston?
Among the listings we track in Preston, The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St ranks #5 by Google rating out of 13 total.
Thrift Shopping Guides
New to thrifting in Preston, or after a better haul? These guides cover timing, donations, and getting more from a visit to The Salvation Army Preston Corps – 263 Gower St and nearby charity stores. Start with restock timing if you want fresher rails, or donation etiquette if you're dropping bags after a wardrobe clean-out.
