Finding a, um, 'Space', like this in Harrogate was a pretty strange experience really. Like walking…read moreon the moon. I saw it as I walking by and gravity went from underneath me, I got all bouncy in my step and bounded in - eager to forage for some vintage delights. Bargain vintage delights. In Harrogate? This is new. I didn't find bargain vintage delights. Rather expensive vintage delights. Very expensive vintage delights. You want £28 for a set of old cups? Oh right, I see. You're really vintage. Oooh. Oooooh. A new oooooh. You've got copies of The Face. I was never a cool enough early teen to be into The Face. I wish the face still existed. Oooooh. There's a copy here with The Strokes on the front. You want a fiver for it? Not a quid? Ah. Right. This place knows it has novelty value in Harrogate. And while it might spout about being an independent collective of vintage 'retailers', what would be a very enjoyable haberdashery of all nice, cute old things comes off feeling a bit too retail-based. We'll see how this one pans out.

I love this shop. All sorts of yesteryear nick-nacks…read more Shops like this have received a little bit of attention of late because they are selling the collectable stuff people hope to find in charity shops. The interesting bits you used to find in charity shops find a home here and the place does well. What's more the really knowledgeable guy who runs it is a great to spend some time with as he comes across a great deal more than can fit onto this Tardis-like shop. It's a wonderful place to browse in, but, as another reviewer said, don't expect charity shop prices as a lot of this stuff is now quite hard to find, and is priced accordingly.

Got lucky & found this amazing shop on my travels last week. I bought several items & shipped them…read moreto the US, they arrived today & I'm so happy! The shop is full of beautiful things , Holly & Jane we're very helpful & friendly. Will definitely stop in next time I'm in the UK!

Be aware this shop does not offer refunds, only exchanges. Whilst they have a very small sign on…read morethe desk of the counter (and one on the wall, which is not visible to read at all), it is very misleading. My partner bought a Christmas gift (globe) which wasn't accurate for £85 without the staff notifying him to the no refunds policy, which you might expect they would at Christmas time. There is very little of substance to spend £85 on in the store, so very disappointed.

What a place ! Nestled near the North Yorkshire Wolds near Pocklington on the road between Market…read moreWeighton and York , this is a must visit location ! Wonderful tea room , and old buildings crammed with treasures . From old vinyl records 78s 45 s and lps even some reel to reels and there are old radios tvs and record players . walls filled with old railway and pub signs lots of vintage and antique furniture , cabinets of curiosities , architectural salvage from old garden troughs to old red telephone boxes , there is something for everyone at any budget. old vintage clothing and jewels antiquarian books maps posters and prints. theres just too much to list , You should go see for yourselves

From the owner: Bar Farm Antiques has grown from a modest one room shop to a mega-complex of four converted chicken…read moresheds and a giant warehouse stocked with an unimaginable variety of collectables and Antiques. Complete with a vintage/retro clothing boutique.

I love this shop. The clothes are fabulous and reasonably priced. I have bought several items for…read moremyself and my children. Quality is good and soo Vintage ( I am 72yrs) they are absolutely smashing. Thanks for bringing my style back into my life .....

Is there a finer, funkier, funnier, bookstore in all of Yorkshire? Maybe all of the UK? I don't…read morethink so. What topic are you looking for? Proprietor Barry, with his assistant Jerry the cat, will find it for you. Indeed, probably several books on topic. Or just go in with an open mind and you'll find many books of interest. The difficulty will be deciding which to buy. Don't worry, the prices are so reasonable that you can take all you can carry. Beware, there are approximately 14,000 books there, so bring a really big bag.

I love quaint traditional rummagy book shops and this is one of the best. Set up an old cobbled…read morelane with mandatory ats a top some old books outside, the shops itself is small and paked high with books of all genres as well as some old classics and the frienldy old staff

Fabulous boutique specialising in "Antique, Boutique and Vintage"…read more The shop emits a luxurious feel with it's well displayed wares in the smallish space. There is none of the clutter to lessen the shopping experience that you get in so many of the London vintage shops, giving the impression that each item has been hand picked for this store, rather than being a jumble sale that you have to wade through in hope of stumbling across a gem. I loved the women's bags and accessories, and happily left with some scarves for my collection. I expect that I will be back before my short stay in Lincoln is over. Definitely worth a visit!

While I do like to go into vintage/antique/retro boutiques, I don't particularly care for the…read moreclutter and smell... this is not one of those. This really is a boutique. I was drawn in by the accessories in the window. They had some cute stuff, nothing in my size and the accessories, while lovely, were not necessities on this particular trip. The clothing selection is a bit limited because there is no clutter and the racks aren't overflowing with clothing, but that's kind of what I like about it.

This secret haven of bargains is yet another hidden spot that I would have never unearthed had it…read morenot been for Yelp. And, I'm glad I found it -since it really is out of the way. Basically, the chances of me randomly wandering about Mabgate (or there abouts) and stumbling upon it are zero, truth be told. Don't let that put you off finding it too though, it's dead easy to get to. Go through the car park behind the West Yorkshire Playhouse, and cross over the bridge. Turn right up the road and it's there in a minute. As you walk in you'll be confronted by a sea of knick-knacks, furniture, bric a brac. It's not tidy, it's not overly organised, but it's full and it's a proper treasure hunt. In some ways, it's similar to Poverty Aid -a huge space filled with a range of things, tons of antique cheap furniture, from wardrobes to chests to beds. There was even a piano and an old school writing desk, cheaper than you'd expect to pay as well. After all, it's still a charity shop, which means bargains are abound. The clothing section was a jumble, pretty messy, but that's where your inner explorer comes in. Seek and ye shall find, etc. I did come across a mental pair of home made harim pants, in the most bodacious blue ever, but even at a single English pound I wasn't sure I was cool enough to pull them off. There's a wee cafe too, if you need a caffeine break, and tons of literature on other local charities, events, and what Emmaus get up to to keep you clued in. Bonza. Basically, it'll always depend on what you're after as to whether you'll succeed in a shopping mission. But, it's well worth a right rummage for all you bargain hunters, treasure seekers, vintage magpies and so on. Take a wee wander, and have a look. Who knows what wonders you might find!

Emmaus is a total gem, if you manage to come across it. It is tucked away on the edge of town near…read morethe West Yorkshire Playhouse and Quarry Hill, in the kind of place that you wouldn't really go wandering around for fun unless you had a reason. Make that reason Emmaus. It is a charity shop with a difference because it is also a community that helps homeless people out of homelessness. I fist heard about it on Radio 4 a couple of years ago and decided to see if there was one in Leeds. It was set up in France in the 1940s and is now a worldwide organisation. People in the community renovate and resell furniture to develop theirs skills and help them out of homelessness. The shop part of the community in Leeds is pretty large. Most of this is dedicated to second hand furniture but there are also clothes, brick a brack and a book area around a cafe where you can get cakes and very cheap meals. It is possible to donate to Emmaus and it is definitely a worthy cause or you can support the cause by visiting the shop. I believe there is also a small branch in Leeds City Market.

Dorothy Perkins, is located within the Wetherells department store, on The Crescent in Selby. The…read moreDorothy Perkins concession has been in Wetherells for the past 7 years gaining more floor space due to its popularity. Along with Wetherells recent refurbishments, Dorothy Perkins now looks and fits in better with the modern surroundings. The clothing offered by Dorothy Perkins is high street priced, which is higher than most stores in Selby, but there is a market for them. Dorothy Perkins still manage to find there 'feet' within the Selby economy by offering a brand name with higher quality goods. There is a wide selection of separates for day wear and a good range for your night around town too. The staff are friendly.