Birmingham charity shop closes after 'awful' arson attack

THE SHOP WAS DAMAGED AFTER A SOFA WAS SET ON FIRE OUTSIDE THE BUILDING 15:53, 04 Jun 2025 A Kings Heath charity shop has 'temporarily closed' after an arson attack on the high

street. Sue Ryder is a charity shop which cares for people suffering from bereavement and people with neurological conditions and terminal illnesses. The shop, which opened in 2012, sells a

mixture of everything, ranging from books and outfits to gadgets and appliances. READ MORE: I VISITED BIRMINGHAM AREA WITH 'RICH HISTORY' LOCALS SAY HAS 'GONE TO THE

DOGS' West Midlands Fire Service confirmed reports of a fire on the evening of June 2. The damage was caused by a sofa set on fire on the high street which spread to the shop. Article

continues below A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: "We were called after fire spread to premises in High Street, Kings Heath, at around 11.10pm on 2 June. "This is being

treated as arson and anyone with information can contact us via 101 and quote 20/261374/25." Despite the incident, it's not expected Sue Ryder will remain shut for long. Sue Ryder

Kings Heath announced the closure on social media and said they expect to re-open within the 'next four weeks'. Eva Worsall posted: "This is awful, hope you are able to get

things sorted soon and hope all staff are okay." And Emma Stockbridge added: "When you know more about re-opening, I would love to help you all get back on your feet. Article

continues below "I’ll have a good sort-out of clothes too." SUE RYDER IS LOCATED ON 143 HIGH ST, KING'S HEATH, BIRMINGHAM B14 6DG