Salvation Army Family Store — Riccarton — Upper Riccarton
A op shop with used books in Upper Riccarton, Christchurch. Part of the Greater Christchurch secondhand bookshops directory — see also our NZ used-book price guide.
No rights-cleared photo yet — Mathew’s phone photos welcome. Open the map pin for the street location.
About
Salvation Army Family Store — Riccarton is a Salvation Army Family Store selling donated clothing, furniture, household goods, toys and books. Official Salvation Army copy lists books among core stock lines — proceeds support community ministries.
Use it as a neighbourhood stop for cheap used books in Upper Riccarton when you don’t need a dedicated bookshop’s depth. Selection turns over constantly; weekday mornings are often quieter. Hours and phone are from the official location page — still call ahead around public holidays.
Price tip: Op-shop book pricing — often a few dollars; condition and selection vary by week.
What you’ll find
Donated clothes, homeware, toys and a rotating books section — bargains common, curation light.
Practical info
- Address
- 359 Riccarton Road (entrance Hansons Lane), Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9:30am–5pm; Sat 9:30am–4:30pm; Sun closed
- Phone
- 03 341 8539
- Website
- www.salvationarmy.org.nz/location/riccarton-family-store
Entrance from Hansons Lane.