The Thrift Shop in Angel, Islington, is businessman Barry Baines' brainchild. He envisages donations and cheap purchases going in, and sales with big margins going out. He has seen other charities doing very well indeed, and he wants a part of the action.A call goes out for staff, and the locals respond. With characters such as Sarah, Barb, Hilary and Jean forming the vanguard, the Thrift Shop gets off to a flying start.You soon see that anyone can have a small idea that turns into a great business that impacts many lives. By giving everyday people a chance to shine, they achieve greatness.The Thrift Shop is destined to become another great TV series.