Best plastic free shops in Manchester

Best plastic free shops in Manchester

Shopping sustainably has never been easier with constant arrivals of new plastic free alternatives that will add an eco-friendly twist to your household. Check out our selection of eco-stores that are currently conquering the Manchester high streets.

McCalls Organic

McCall’s Organics located on Church Street, Manchester, offers a wide range of package free items such as grains, pulses and oats. Fresh organic produce is also available, with many items coming from local farmers. Fruit and veg boxes are available for delivery as well as other household items, like organic castor soap and plastic free tea bags. A selection of vegan and vegetarian friendly cheeses are also available from their deli counter.

WHEN Mon-Sat 9.30-17.00, Sun 10.30-16.00

WHERE Unit 6, 7 Church St, Manchester M4 1PN

See McCalls Organics website here

Bower Collective

Receive your favourite zero waste home essentials at your doorstep without the fuss. Bower Collective prioritises your plastic footprint with their refill and recycle approach to sustainable shopping. All products are packaged in refill pouches that can be sent back to us after use in the provided pre-paid envelope. We collate and recycle your waste so you don't have to. We also recommend that you invest in our reusable dispenser as a great storage solution for your favourite purchases. Still not sold? Check out our Trustpilot where we are rated "Excellent" and enjoy 15% off your first order when you use the code WELCOME 15 before you purchase.

WHEN: Continue to save the planet when you shop with Bower Collective thanks to our carbon-neutral DPD shipping service.

Shop Bower Collecitve products here

Lentils and Lather

Lentils and Lather, found in South Manchester, offers a huge range of predominantly vegan and vegetarian zero-waste necessities. With bulk foods such as lentils, beans and nuts, as well as packaged goods like organic honey, tofu and cooking sauces. Refillable shampoo and conditioner is also available as well as other hygiene products like toothpaste, menstrual items and body wash. From soap nuts to spices, Lentils and Lather has it all!

WHEN Mon-Fri 9-18.00, Thursday 10-19.00, Sat 10-17.00, Sun 10-16.00

WHERE 50 Burton Rd, Withington, Manchester M20 3EB

See Lentils and Lather website here

The Sustainable Shed

The Sustainable Shed is your one stop shop for all your household cleaning and personal hygiene needs. With brands like Faith in Nature and Ecover there's a huge selection to choose from. Refillable shampoo and conditioner is also available as well as other hygiene products like toothpaste, menstrual items and body wash. Just remember to bring your own containers and you'll be good to go!

WHEN Fri- 11-14.00, Sat 11-16.00, Sun 11-15.00

WHERE Levenshulme, Manchester M19 2EF

See The Sustainable Shed's website here

Village Greens Coop

Found in Prestwich, Village Greens is a community owned cooperative, dedicated to bringing nourishing and nutritious produce to the people of Manchester. Offering a wide range of package free items such as himiylayan salt, nuts and quinoa as well as fresh organic produce, with many items grown locally. Check out their terracycle schemes for items hard to recycle!

WHEN Mon-Fri 10-18.00, Sat 10-17.00, Sun 11-17.00

WHERE 1 Longfield Centre, Prestwich, Manchester M25 1AY

See Village Greens Coop website here