I needed to deliver a parcel which was 17.3 kg however the staff refused to do it as it was to…read more"heavy" given the fact that one staff member had a "sore arm" and another moved it left and right and said "yeh it's to heavy". I proceeded to ask if they can weigh it and they said we don't have any scales. so they just couldn't be bothered to lift a parcel and put it round the back . A parcel to be considered heavy is over 20kg

I don't generally shop much at DIY shops but this shop had a nice selection of lights when we had…read moreour recent refurbishment work done at home. After much thought, I settled on quite a funky light for my ceiling and some chrome rading lights by the bed. Also, with all the sunshine, I bought some garden plants to plant over the weekend. I now have a new blueberry bush, a new thyme plant and 6 varieties of tomatoes. Please stay away, Mr Frost! One of the bigger Homebase stores with a nice variety of indoor and outdoor home improvement supplies.

On my annual surveys I checked a recent ad in my local paper to discover this rather impressive…read more new addition to Epsom Town.

I found fabric world online and decided to make the 45 minute drive. When I got there, I found no…read moreparking. When I got into the shop the young lady came to my assistance to find a colour match. Ordered a sample which, cost £2, free at John Lewis and C&H fabrics. The fabric sample never arrived. They were more expensive than John Lewis, very very disappointed. Needless to say I placed my order with John Lewis.

As spring starts to show its little head with bluebells appearing, the intrepid gardener in me…read morestirs. Though the summer-long hosepipe ban which is already in force for the southeast of England may put a slight dampener (no pun intended!) on things Woodcote Green Nurseries are located a road along with a few other horticultural centres. However, they are the biggest and have a few more strings to their bow apart from the garden centre At this of year, I like to add some seasonal vegetables just for the year and perhaps plant a new fruit bush or tree which will yield a bountiful harvest over many years. Sometimes, some herb plants may need replacing after a harsh winter though it wasn't too bad a winter this time I also love to browse their aquarium area though I've discovered through experience that my doctoring skills sadly don't extend to my finned friends, so I now confine myself to looking at the fishes! They have a nice cafe with hot and cold food as well as cakes and drinks for a snack, hence catering for different types of meals. Edinburgh Woollen Mills have an area with clothing and there's a small book department too Like the start of a new football season, spring brings with it a season of hope and limitless opportunities in the garden!

As it is really the nearest to me, often go there for various gardening accessories, and just for…read morepleasure, and for the excellent café.

I must say I am not into new age or anything like that, however my Quest to find an anniversery…read moregift that was equal the suggestion in my factual guides I keep, suggested Jade or Coral. Other Jewellers could not help, but here did. Although real Jade and maybe Coral were out of my price range , a green pair of earings was available for under a score. ,

This is my local new age store. I love the variety of colourful stones on sale. The staff are…read moreprofessional and kind as well. The number of spiritual courses do not disappoint me either. This is a little gem of a shop which is off the beaten track and hard to find too. If you are into that stuff this shop is recommended.

A mention of the café called The Olive Tree inside the centre. It is becoming one of my favourite…read morehaunts. Took some guests there recently, the service was good and for my part the toasted bun and the strawberry milk really cool. They bought something too ,cannot remember what, although nothing for me, but it an oasis of refuge, in amongst all those plants.

Improved again . A new entrance and "Hallway" to plants with the exit being the old entrance.read more

good selection of garden furniture and plants but i like…read morethis place for their good food and great kid events breakfast with santa, halloween meal, easter lunch etc good value and great staff. if your in lower morden and fancy a tasty lunch pop in

i came in with my elderly aunt to have a look and try the food. I was greeted by a lovely member of…read moreyour staff her name was Meria, she was very helpful courteous and just wonderful. Many thanks for the wonderful experience we will be recommending and returning.