It was a very good store. I bought lots of things there. It closed down in 2018 after being in…read moreIlford for 125 years.

Bodgers of Ilford. Brillant…read more This is a really old department store, like they use to have before House of Fraser and Debenhams rolled them out all of the country. Maybe you could say it's the Harrods of Ilford. I am surprised it's still open. It's catered for an older market - lots of clothes for pensioners. No longer do I puzzle about where they get their specific 'fashions' from. I went in for a zip and it's perfect for that - a huge haberdashery section. I am very glad it's still open. Bodgers is a wonderful old niche department store.

Debenhams has been around since 1778 with many changes making it what it is today and its good to…read moresee that its still surviving through thick and thin. Its one of those stores that doesn't seem to have what you want until you start looking for it. The perfume section always reminds me of the Mr Bean sketch where he is overcome by the array of different perfumes being sprayed around and ends up crawling through the section. Its a good store and always worthy of a visit.

Although explained to me to be a little dated sometimes, I find Debenhams to be a great quality…read morestore rivaling that of Macy's and other high-end department stores in the USA. I love that the women's section has TopShop, Dorothy Perkins, Warehouse, River Island & etc so I don't have to go running all over the mall to all the different shops dealing with all the different . I also find that if TopShop or the like is out of something I want, I can usually find it inside Debenhams! Its like my own little secret shopping hideaway. My husband enjoys their mens section for the Levi's, Jasper Conran and Ben Sherman. We had the toughest time finding a quality slim fit navy suit that he liked to dress him and 5 groomsmen for our wedding and Debenhams had the right one! It was by Ben Sherman and fit everyone well. They even got a discount for buying in bulk and the alterations were very reasonable as well. I also highly recommend their fragrance area. I love the ability to have so many options at your finger tips and although they can get a bit overwhelming at times, the coffee beans are there to keep the lightheadedness at bay. Parking is convenient if the market is not on as you can pull up right in front of the store. Otherwise, I think the closest place to park would be in the Brewery. I highly recommend this store - It might not look like much from the outside but houses great quality brands and fantastic sales as well.

Originally this was called The Exchange, before recently being re-branded as The Mall. Unless there…read morehas been a sudden influx of Americans into Ilford, then I am not really sure of the wisdom behind the name change. It seems to me like the name is the only thing that has changed - everything else is pretty much the same as it's always been. The Mall is your typical, run-of-the-mill middle of town shopping centre. It has a Marks & Spencers, it has a Thorntons, it has a few sports shops and it has a food court. That's pretty much all there is to say. The Mall is nothing if not unremarkable. It's pleasant enough; and reasonably clean. If you're in the need of some typical stuff, y'know, like a scarf, a new pair of jeans or a pencil; then this place will probably do the job. I've always found it a bit depressing though; but then I am not one for shops. Let me buy something online and I'll be happy!.

I find myself regularly popping down to Ilford Exchange when I've forgotten someone's birthday and…read moreneed to pick a little something up - a great collection of shops that come in handy for last minute bits and bobs. 3rd level has a pleasant food court so you can take a break from heavy-duty shopping. I do recommend stopping by at the Hi-Juice Bar on the 2nd level - GREAT selection of fruit juices and smoothies. They have a 3-level car park and even a car-wash service whilst you shop - perfect for first-time visits to the girlfriend's/boyfriend's parents; a box of Thorntons chocolates and a clean car...you'll have marital approval almost immediately!!!

Excellent place to shop. Easy free parking spaces and some great restaurants over looking the lake…read more House of Fraser. Debenhams. Marks and Spencer. Primark. Many brands such as Hugo Boss,Armani, Ralph Lauren ,Michael Kors , Tommy, Lacoste all in House of Fraser store

WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE IN A SHOPPING MALL IN THE COUNTRY!!!! LARGELY ACROSS ALL STORES IN THE…read moreSHOPPING CENTRE: Read HOUSE OF FRASER EXPERIENCE BELOW: WESTFIELD SHEPHERDS BUSH & BLUEWATER BETTER My gosh, we have given this place many chances, went a few times in Dec 2010 an Jan 2011, hoping they would have improved since a year between the last visit. As ever the grumpy, unhelpful, staff throughout e, was appalling the rude looks when you try to interrupt conversations of groups of staff having a chat about the weekend or their hair, was a recurrent theme. Worst: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!HOUSE OF FRASER!!!!!!!!!!!! A lady in the jewellery accessories dept who was busy chatting about her weekend with a colleague leaning against the glass arms folded,, when I went to pay for something from the next section at her till, products from (Crabtree & Evelyn) I asked if I could pay at her till, couldn't believe her response, she said couldn't you find another till? I said no actually they are all deserted see and I showed her all the empty tills around? She then said, oh I can't take any cards at the till anyway. It was unbelievable , how rude she was. In the same store I think it was the towels section, two customer service girls were chatting away not doing any work, whilst we stood there waiting to ask the price on something, they then turned around rolled their eyes and gave a fobbing off type of response. In another section I wanted to buy the last sweater that was on a mannequin the guy with a very unusually deep voice, and dark hair took it off the mannequin then shouted at the poor helpful lad working there, and whispered make sure you put a security tag on it before you hand it to them! I think Bluewater is considerably more upmarket and better than Lakeside, I guess a lot of the Essex locals work at Lakeside and maybe haven't attended any customer service training but BlueWater is so much better, and so Lakeside seems really downmarket not just because of the staff, Essex role model Jordan was in that day, so need I say more? If it wasn't for the bargains I wouldn't have gone, but someone really needs to do more mystery shopping and undercover checks across the place, there is no reason why a bit of good decent customer service can't be achieved. Really should become a mystery shopper, Lakeside is shocking Gonna stick to Westfield & Bluewater in future most probably!

This Debenhams is set up over 2 floors and offers everything you would expect from a department…read morestore. It has a big range of fashion, things for the kitchen, bathroom. All good quality. Also have a wedding section and the items are all beautiful and incredibly well priced!

I really love Debenhams. It is my all time favourite department store. The store in Lakeside…read more(Thurrock) is not particularly large but it stocks a good range of childrens clothes, mens clothes and ladieswear. The Designers at Debenhams range especially the childrens clothes are beautiful. I really like Matthew Williamson range.

All those I need were there , grocery , Primark which I loved because all their products are Ver…read morecheap

I had a nice time shopping here. A lot of different things to choose from. I can't wait to go back…read moreand check out their new arrivals.

John Lewis guarentees are not what they seem - Machine failed twice due to manufacturing defects…read moreand a replacement request by customer declined. It has to fail 3 times apparently. That's a lot of trouble shooting at home, engineer visits, days off and call centre pass arounds without a functioning washer/dryer for your family - only to have very little faith it will last much longer than 3 years (for quite alot of money). The lifespan might not be much more than 3 years. Think carefully if you are happy with this approach. Never asked John Lewis before for a replacement in 20 years. John Lewis passed the buck for machine replacement request to Electrolux on this one. It seems the guarantee action and control is with Electolux rather than John Lewis. Electrolux refused and John Lewis went along with it. John Lewis are acting very close to the line on consumer protection law based on their advertising claims. Karim from customers services was very helpful but could not do any more. Apparently Jennifer from Electrolux stated 2 repair claims in the last year coming up to guarantee end did not merit a replacement and the standard of goods is normal. Take from this what you will.

John Lewis in London St Pancras International is fairly bizarre for a number of reasons. John Lewis…read moreis one of those big, famous department store brands with huge impressive stores which anchor shopping malls like at both Westfields in London, or just look great like locations in Birmingham and London Oxford Street, this store is tiny compared to those. The store is small offers a limited selection of high-end British gifts. The store felt typical of other stores in the station, it was nice enough with a clock and train times on display on a screen in-store. No travel accessories, food and drink etc like many places nearby. Surely as they own supermarket chain Waitrose having a small fridge would be useful and very easy to do? A nice brand in the station but it's a strange branch by John Lewis standards, with a few missed opportunities. 2*

This is a very old and traditional market hall based in East Ham. Its a surreal mix of traditional…read moreEast end businesses and stalls run by various immigrants. The stalls are all under cover and range from Delis to shops selling silk saris alongside African grocers. An interesting mix of shops due a rich tradition of immigrants from Poles to West Africans to the local area. I've been shopping here for years as they have such a lovely garden centre where I purchase all my vegetable plants for the garden every spring. There are a cafe for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of shopping.

Wow how this place has changed a lot, I used to get my computer games here when I was a kid, I…read moreloved walking around the market looking at the mirrors that made you look funny and eating in the little cafe. None of the same shops are here anymore it seems to only cater for the locals now, Eastham has changed so much over the last ten years and the markets just has busy great place to get forign foods and cheap goods. Not really my cup of tea now but things have to change and it seems to be doing well, give it a try.

Wow my wife was returning a product she had the item and the receipt and the card which was…read morepurchased through .watch out for heroi. she refused to refund.she ask my wife . She wants to see the person who belongs this card. it happened last week. She has problem with female customers and want to see more male customers wow.

This is a great store that sells stacks of stuff, just about everything and anything! from paint…read moreto plates, from bicycle tubes to shaving foam, from duvet covers to washing up liquid.. this place is really cheap too, i recently bought a really nice set of black plates at 99 p each...just as cheap as ikea! Recently I spotted really lovely wicker laundry baskets there for a tenner which is a bargain,

This particular M and S is quite unique in its own way,its not just a store but an outlet,basically…read morethe price or bargain you get at this outlet you dont get anywhere else,i can remember i got some top quality blue harbour tees for £5 and a pair of Autograph suit for £60 which you will normally buy for £199 on a high street M&S you can also get other various deals as well.

I go to the Woolwich marks and Spencers to buy food but have noticed recently that there is not as…read moremuch variety as there used to be. Not sure what the reason for this may be? if you only want a few things and not the weekly shop, it is fine. Friendly staff though.