How Pawnbroking Works...
Bring in your item
We appraise it on the spot
Get instant cash
Repay within 7 months to reclaim it
Where Can I Pawn My Items?
🏢 WANTS Cash Centre – **St Austell Only**
📍 1 Trinity Street, St Austell
📞 01726 72765
WANTS currently only offer Pawnbroking Loans in our St Austell branch, if you are looking for a pawnbroker in plymouth, Click here.
Pawnbroking has always been popular as a safe and simple way of raising cash at short notice.
Why Choose WANTS for Pawnbroking?
✔ Loans secured against gold, watches, or other valuables
✔ Same-day cash with up to 7 months to repay
✔ No credit checks or complicated forms
✔ Fully transparent, with a written repayment plan
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Some Quick FAQ's
We accept gold, jewellery, watches, and often tech. If you're not sure you can always check by ringing or emailing first!
Our standard term is up to 7 months, but you can redeem your item at any time within that period by repaying the loan and any accrued interest.
We Loan from £10 to £100,000, It depends on the value of your item. We’ll inspect it in-store and make an offer on the spot — you’re free to accept or decline.
We’ll contact you first. If needed, we may be able to renew the loan. If not, we’ll sell the item to recover the loan amount — but you’re never chased for the shortfall.
Yes, you’ll need photo ID (like a driving licence or passport) and proof of address for pawnbroking. This is a legal requirement.
Absolutely. We’ve been around since 1969 and have been a trusted pawnbroker since 2008.
BUY
Shop for thousands of new and pre-owned items from the South West's leading second-hand high street retailer.
SELL
We pay instant cash for your valuable items. Speak to one of our experienced Team in-store or complete the contact us form and we will be in touch!