I like picking up a good book when I see one, and DvD's are good when something special comes along. For a while I was collecting BluRays but had to stop myself, and now I just pick up a favourite when I see it.
It's surprising to see games popping up in them, to be honest. I guess it's just people who don't want to go through the hassle of selling the stuff.
Charity shops don't take electricals over here which is a shame, because I'd imagine there would be the odd console handed in.
Happy hunting man, I'd say you'd find some good stuff over there. Here is a bit limited and most of the shops just stock clothes, but I've had a lot of luck recently.