Thirteen

19/06/2026

Middlesbrough store closure update

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Middlesbrough store will remain closed throughout next week.

We’re currently making plans to take our mobile van out into the Middlesbrough community so we can continue to support customers locally - we’ll share more details soon.

In the meantime, you can still get in touch in the usual ways:

📞 0300 111 1000
📧 [email protected]
💬 Or message us on social media

Thank you for your patience

19/06/2026

Calling all shoppers - there's a change to our upcycling shop opening hours this month 📣

For this month only, our shop will be open on Thursday 25 June from 10am - 2pm. This is a change from our usual last Friday of the month, so mark it on your calendar so you don't miss out!

Whether you're looking for furniture, homeware, or trinkets, there really is something for everyone.

Find us at Thirteen's Recycling Centre, Unit 11, Royce Avenue, Cowpen Industrial Estate, Billingham, TS23 4BX.

We'd love to see you 🤩

16/06/2026

We’ve introduced Internet Paperless Direct Debit (IPDD) to make setting up a Direct Debit quicker and easier.

What this means for you

👉 You have the option to set up your Direct Debit online with no phone calls to make
👉 Your details are checked and submitted securely
👉 Faster, more convenient way to set up your Direct Debits.

We’re here to help you stay on track with your payments. If you’re struggling, please let us know. You can find further support and payment options on our website linked in the comments.

12/06/2026

Thinking about an apprenticeship but want to know more first?

Join one of our upcoming events and find out more about our apprenticeship opportunities in Customer Experience and Plastering.

📍 Stockton Riverside College
16 June | 2pm to 4pm

📍 Multi-Media Exchange, Middlesbrough
17 June | 2pm to 4pm

💻 Customer Experience Apprenticeship Q&A
18 June | 3.45pm to 4.45pm
Join via Teams: https://orlo.uk/inUrr

📍 Redcar & Cleveland College
19 June | 2pm to 4pm

Applications close on 28 June.

Find out more and apply today: https://orlo.uk/WtlQW

11/06/2026

Middlesbrough store closed - update ⚠️

Due to unforeseen circumstances our Middlesbrough store will remain closed for the rest of the week (updated 17/06/26).

In the meantime you can contact us in all the usual ways:

- Call 0300 111 1000
- Email [email protected]
- Message us on social media.
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Middlesbrough store closed: Friday 12 June ⚠️

We're having to close our Middlesbrough store tomorrow (Friday 12 June) due to unforeseen circumstances.

We hope to be open as normal on Monday, but in the meantime you can contact us in all the usual ways:

- Call 0300 111 1000
- Email [email protected]
- Message us on social media.

All customers with appointments will be contacted and we're sorry for any inconvenience caused.

Find out all the ways to contact us on our website - we'll post the link in the comments 👇

11/06/2026

Join us at Hartlepool Pride this Saturday.

You’ll find the Touchpoint van at the event from 10am to 5pm, with colleagues from Thirteen and our Employability team on hand to provide advice, support and information.

Whether you’d like to find out more about housing services, employment support, training opportunities, or simply stop by and say hello, we’d love to see you there.

Church Square
Saturday 13 June
10am to 5pm

08/06/2026

Looking for your next step after school or college?

Applications are now open for our 2026 apprenticeships.

Choose from:

⚡ Electrical
🛠 Plastering
💬 Customer Experience

Earn while you learn, gain recognised qualifications and build skills for life.

Applications close on 28 June.

Find out more here:

Apprentice Electricians
https://orlo.uk/irtEW

Apprentice Plasterers
https://orlo.uk/oHXmJ

Customer Experience Apprentices
https://orlo.uk/YjmOz

05/06/2026

Changes to our Middlesbrough and Hull store opening hours 🕤

We want to make sure that our opening hours meet the needs of our customers.

That's why we monitor footfall in our stores and have decided to change our opening hours to:

Monday: 9.30am to 2.30pm
Tuesday: 9.30am to 2.30pm
Wednesday*: 9:30am to 2:30pm alternate weeks
Thursday: 9.30am to 2.30pm
Friday: 9.30am to 2.30pm
Saturday*: 9am to 2pm alternate weeks
Sunday: Closed

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday 👋

*If you're ever unsure, please contact us to check if we're open on these days.

03/06/2026

Having a clear out? Donate to our furniture support scheme 🪑

In the last 12 months, we’ve helped 103 families turn empty spaces into safe, comfortable homes through our furniture support scheme. We’re incredibly proud of this figure but sadly, demand is higher than supply.

If you have any good quality furniture or household items that you no longer need, please consider donating them to support those who need it most.

We’re always grateful for any donations, but in particular, we need:

- drawers
- small sofas
- small dining tables and chairs
- wardrobes
- bedside tables
- coffee tables
- kitchen utensils (in good condition).

We collect for free across all TS postcodes. Find out more about the scheme on our website and complete the donation form if you may have anything suitable.

Link in comments below 👇

03/06/2026

Reminder: Later store opening today 👇

Advance notice: Later store opening, Wednesday 3 June 🗓️

We'll be opening our stores at a slightly later time of 10am on Wednesday 3 June to allow our staff to attend a team meeting.

You can still contact us by:

- calling 0300 111 1000
- emailing [email protected]
- sending us a message on social media.

Thanks in advance for your understanding.