Buying second-hand in Cork: where locals shop

1. Charity shops on Oliver Plunkett Street

Oxfam, Vincent de Paul, Enable Ireland and Cork Simon all have shops within a few minutes of each other. Great for clothes, books, homeware and vinyl.

2. English Market

Not just for food — the surrounding lanes host small vintage and antique stalls, especially at weekends.

3. Mahon Point boot sale

Sunday-morning boot sales on the outskirts of the city are packed with tools, kitchenware, books and toys. Bring cash and get there early.

4. Lemown Marketplace

Browse Lemown Marketplace filtered to Cork to see everything from furniture to baby gear listed by locals right now.

5. Tips for buying in Cork

Meet in the city centre or a busy retail park for smaller items — quick and safe. For furniture, arrange collection with a friend and a van. Cash on collection keeps things simple. Read our safety guide.