A plate bearing the mark of the iconic White Star Line — the company that operated the Titanic — and a tea cup and saucer from the Nanking Cargo are among unique pieces for sale, at Southampton’s newest must-see store.

Raising cash for Mountbatten Hampshire's Southampton hospice, our new Donation Centre and shop offers great value pre-loved furniture and unique decorative pieces and antiques. 

With free parking and plenty of room to browse, our charity store will throw open its doors at 9am on 27 July, on Crosshouse Road, Southampton, SO14 5GZ, next to the Itchen Bridge.

Scroll down for details of the seven must-buy items...

Donations have been pouring in, in recent weeks.

Now, sofas, tables, chairs and sideboards are going on sale. Either drive away with your vintage piece, or arrange delivery. 

Don't forget to browse the antiques, ornaments and decorative glass also being sold!

Here, we have collated seven must-not-miss items which will be displayed in the new shop. Grab them while you can!

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White Star Line plate

An elegant item, featuring the mark of the famous Liverpool-based White Star Line. The company merged and became Cunard in 1934. This Spode plate bears its insignia and an elegant navy and gold rim.

Nanking tea cup and saucer

In 1752, the Dutch East India Company’s Nanking sank in the South China Sea. Along with 80 crew, its cargo of porcelain was lost. The wreck was discovered in 1985 and its cargo recovered, before being sold at auction. This delicate cup and saucer, in blue and white, still bears its auction house sticker. 

Poole Pottery

These colourful collectables are a must. These particular items date to the 1970s, but the brand itself was established in 1873, in Dorset.

Babycham glasses

The party-favourite fizz tasted best when served in its own special glasses. The famous logo changes, depending on when the item was made and these date to the 1970s. Tres chic!

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Two-thirds publicly funded, Mountbatten Hampshire supports over 1,600 people on any one day, through its 24/7 hospice, as well as community care and bereavement support.

• Mountbatten’s Donation Centre opens to shoppers at 9am on Saturday, 27 July, on Crosshouse Road, next to the Itchen Bridge, SO14 5GZ
• To donate furniture and other items, call 07919 184 598
• It is possible to arrange collection and delivery for large donations 

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Honiton Pottery lamp bases

Honiton Pottery is famed for its earthenware and was especially popular in the 1930s. These two earthy-coloured collectible lamp bases date to the 1970s.

Orrefors platter

Established in the early 1900s, Swedish glass maker Orrefors is highly sought-after. This fine glass platter would grace a sideboard (we sell those too!). Why not cover it with tasty canapes?

Rosslyn picture

Created by the artist Rosslyn Ruiz, this is an eye-catching abstract which jumps off the wall. Add an statement vintage piece to your home!  

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Mountbatten's Head of Retail, Chris Papageorgiou, at the Southampton Donation Centre