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It's no secret that shopping secondhand is both environmentally and financially friendly – especially among the chaos that is London's Christmas season. And that's where our pals at Traid come in. As a London charity retailer, with 12 stores across the city, on a mission of changing fashion for the better, there couldn't be a greater time of year to support their cause – and find some incredible thrifted gifts along the way.

Whether you're looking for a sparkly outfit for the office Christmas party, an iconic one-off gift you'd never find in mass production stores (we see you, Black Friday) or simply want to do your bit for the environment and our future, there's no doubt you'll discover something special at Traid. And with Black Friday sales generating over 400,000 tonnes of carbon emissions in the UK alone this year, there couldn't be a better time to shop secondhand this Christmas. 'Tis the season to be Traid, after all. 

The best part? Traid's running a competition for Time Out readers where you could be one of seven lucky winners to receive a gift voucher to spend in store, with the top prize of £100 to be won, along with two £50 vouchers and four £25 vouchers up for grabs. 

Keen? We thought you might be. Simply fill out the form below* and you'll be in it to win it. That £100 gift voucher could be yours!

Vouchers can be used in all 12 of Traid's stores, so if you're feeling thrifty, why not spend the day scouting the best buys across London? 

Thrifiting? Gifting? Changing lives? Sign. Us. Up.

Enter the Traid Christmas competition by filling out the form here before December 15 2025. Missed the competition deadline? Head to Traid and support an incredible cause anyway this Christmas. We'll see you there.

*Prize must be redeemed within six months of the competition date, ending May 2026. Valid during non-sale periods – please check the website or Traid socials to confirm when in-store sale periods are scheduled. Standard Time Out competition T&Cs apply. The winner must be 18+. There will be only one winner per voucher allocated. The voucher is non-transferable and may only be used by the person to whom it was issued. The voucher has no cash value and cannot be exchanged for cash, either in full or in part. The voucher may be redeemed in a single transaction. If the full value is not used, no change will be given. Lost, damaged, or stolen vouchers cannot be replaced. Items purchased using a voucher follow our standard returns policy. Personal data supplied during the course of this competition will be processed as set out in Traid’s privacy policy. For any questions regarding Traid's terms of use and privacy policy, please contact Traid via email (info@traid.org.uk). Traid (Textile Reuse And International Development) is a registered charity (no. 297489) and a company registered in England (no. 2143753), with a registered address at 2 Westlinks, Alperton Lane, Wembley HA0 1ER. Full T&Cs apply.

If the idea of joining a gym makes you sigh and roll your eyes, that’s probably because you’ve simply not found the right place yet. With a focus on strength, conditioning and mobility done right, Gymnasium is a coaching-led gym, focused on quality, not hype. 

Keeping coaching smart, confident and human, Gymnasium isn’t your average gym. With expert-led sessions, structured programmes and a genuinely welcoming community, this is a gym where Londoners come to train properly.

Shift your idea away from busy spaces, complicated machinery and intimidating classes, and enjoy a gym experience where small groups and premium programming create an inclusive vibe for all. Better yet? We’re offering one winner a three-month unlimited Gymnasium membership, valid at any of its London locations: Brixton, Kennington, Wandsworth or Twickenham.

This prize is worth £705 and gives you full access to expert-led strength, conditioning and mobility classes. These include CrossFit, which blends barbell work, gymnastics, engine, and athletic strength and HYROX, a performance-ready training style that blends sled pushes, wall balls, running, rowing, and more into a full-body test of power and endurance. 

Most excitingly, you can try out Gymnasium’s signature DELTΔ programme, a progressive class that builds solid strength, better movement and serious fitness through squats, carries, sleds and lots of sweat. 

And when class is over? The experience stays premium. Think white walls, natural light, architect-designed spaces and premium kit throughout. Each site features clean showers, free towels and toiletries, Dyson hairdryers and complimentary coffee served in proper mugs. A huge communal table anchors every space, encouraging members to connect post-class – proof that Gymnasium is as much about community as it is about training.

Into team sports? Try out Team Hunt Class. Want to push your strength to the limit? Head to Olympic Lifting Class. Fancy yourself as a gymnast? The Gymnastics Class will teach you the necessary skills to do pull-ups, handstands and the toes-to-bar confidently. 

Enjoy getting fitter over time through careful lifting, moving and breathing exercises, where smarter training is delivered by friendly yet thorough coaching. Want to see what the hype’s about? 


Enter the competition to get three months of unlimited access at Gymnasium.

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