This shop sells a bit of everything for the household, garden, kitchen and bedroom and even a few…read moreclothes. I try not to judge a book by its cover but this shop didn't look appealing and seemed as if the products sell themselves because nothing else made this shop worth going to. There were a few shelves of branded bathroom cleaning products. Some of the branded kitchen products such as Heinz tinned food were stacked in a square in the middle of the shop. Plus their clothes section consisted of a few very simple t-shirts. I understand that it is a clearance store but they didn't have much to offer. I felt a bit uncomfortable as the man who worked here stared at me suspiciously the whole time I was here and right through until I left the shop and crossed the road. On the other hand it's a good place to pick up some bargains for dried food and cleaning products. On my visit they didn't have much else to offer. I hate to admit it but this is probably the lowest standard of shop I've been to in a few weeks.

Did you ever see the compelling documentary 'The Boy Whose Skin Fell Off'? It was a tale of…read morestrength in the face of adversity and how strong the human condition is. It also covered the issue of all of our own mortalities and raised the discussion on euthanasia, it moved me to tears. From the death of the protagonist a charity called Debra was born. DEBRA is the national charity that supports individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) - a painful genetic condition which causes the skin to blister and shear at the slightest friction, or even spontaneously. DEBRA focuses its work in three areas: * They fund pioneering research to find effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for EB. * They provide an enhanced specialist EB Nursing Service, in partnership with the NHS, to deliver optimal healthcare to children and adults living with EB. * They provide social care support to help people live with dignity. This is a service parents and people with EB can call on, to reach out for advice, advocacy in the face of red tape, and emergency grants. Please shop at Debra, it is an incredibly worth cause and this store has a great selection of goods.

This is my usual place to give away unwanted items such as clothing and technology. Don't try and…read moregive your television though, I've tried and they don't accept. This is probably because it's closer to where I live. As well as this, Debra helps people in the UK with a genetic skin blistering condition called Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) from the very first time I walked in the staff have given a warm welcome. This isn't necessarily a place for young generations but it's great if you want to find a bargain. They sell typical charity shop products such as clothes, books, DVDs, board games and if you're really lucky you might find a piece of unwanted designer wear! From speaking to the staff I understand a lot of clothing is simply thrown out because they can't re-sell it, which is a shame. So maybe they can recycle them or the person giving the items away can recycle an item that can't be sold.

You know how high end brands can be expensive? Well here you can get them legitimately for a much…read morelower price, hurrah! Sometimes they also have a sale on so you get extra savings. They sell quality clothing from top bands including: Timberland, Superdry and Firetrap. They have a money saving loyalty scheme and if you register online then you can get 10% off all orders. I would love to make use of this but as a female and based on their dominant male stock I wouldn't get much use from it. Unfortunately they sell mostly clothes for young men and just a few tops and trousers for young women. They don't have a big selection of plus sizes either. I was a bit disheartened by this but will definitely buy garments from here for close male friends and family on special occasions. In case you're wondering about the customer service the guy was friendly but not necessarily helpful. I didn't understand why the guy had earphones in when the music playing through the speakers was perfectly good, for the shop's style. Having said that it's nice to know Gen3S is one of the stores that specialise in a variety of top brands for male clothing and for a discounted price.

Waitrose on Homer Road is in the town centre of Solihull, next to the John Lewis car park and…read morewithin walking distance from most of the town's offerings. The store was fairly clean/modern and the product range was satisfactory. The staff were also pretty friendly, although I did find it slightly difficult to find a staff member on the shop floor. (COVID precautions?) I was unable to get a mobile signal around the store, which rendered their mobile scanning option useless, strangely I did not have issues elsewhere in Solihull, so perhaps there is some sort of interference within the store which will hopefully be reviewed, although based on previous reviews this seems to have been an issue for some time, even back in 2016 - Come on Waitrose! 4* - One of the best supermarkets in town, and a great addition to the town centre.

Popped in to Solihull to pay a quick visit to John Lewis and get a small amount of items for the…read moreweekend. Decided to take advantage of Waitrose's 2 hours free parking and a free latte which can be claimed daily by My Waitrose members. This Waitrose is super good as it has a sushi counter - all freshly made in front of you, and a lovely cafe with some outdoor seating which is under a canopy. It is a pleasant store with plenty of space and a good range of items, particularly for party means, barbecues etc. The basic food I needed cost me more than elsewhere but overall it was a great experience and very convenient so I'll be back soon.

This is a basic Asian supermarket but not that great. Soon as I walked in I noticed the shop could…read moredo with a bit of cleaning as the shelves were dusty and floors were a little dirty; not good for a food retailer. I didn't feel comfortable buying the fruit and vegetables as they are left in a box on the table outside, which probably give it easy access for flies. However they sell a good range of products for the Asian cuisine and have a halal butchers at the back but it would help if the the staff spoke good English!! Bottom line is I probably wouldn't buy anything that was kept outside, from here but I wouldn't mind buying the packaged goods because it's good quality and good value for money.

Munir's is a great little Asian supermarket, with foods from around the world, but mainly Asian…read morecountries. As a vegan that cooks most meals from fresh, I find it useful that they have such a wide variety of ingredients, rather than pre-pack meals. I try to ignore the meat counter at the back, as it freaks me out, but if you happen to be Muslim, I guess it's handy as it's Halal meat. The main thing about this place is the people that work there. They are so friendly, polite and always willing to help. They also make you feel welcome, which certainly doesn't happen in the Co-Op opposite! You might not be able to find everything you need in there, but for bits and pieces and if you enjoy cooking and Asian cuisine, then this is the place for you. Prices are pretty reasonable too!

While the initial purchase went smoothly, the alteration process was handled poorly, which…read moreultimately left me disappointed in my experience at Brides of Solihull. I purchased my gown in August 2024, and the alterations--specifically around the bust--were carried out between July and September 2025 by Barbara Aranguiz of Aranguiz London, as recommended by the shop. I picked up the dress on September 10 with the understanding that all alterations had been completed to the specifications agreed with Barbara, which included securely sewing in bra cups. However, I only discovered on the morning of my wedding that the cups had been merely tacked in rather than properly sewn, resulting in a noticeably gaping fit in person and in my photos. I returned to the shop on September 15, the first business day after my wedding, to address the issue. The process was frustrating--I felt brushed off by staff, particularly the manager and owner, who did not seem to take my concerns seriously or work to resolve the matter promptly. It took multiple calls and several visits before I finally received a refund for the alteration work. During this process, I spoke directly with Barbara, who acknowledged to me that the cups had not been sewn in properly. This situation caused a great deal of unnecessary stress and disappointment during what should have been a joyful and memorable time. Given the cost and significance of a wedding gown, I expected much better quality, professionalism, and care. I would strongly caution other brides to look elsewhere for alterations.

AVOID this shop at all cost. Their business is extremely dodgy... they still keep records in…read morenotebooks not anything legal. Not surprised since they're a bunch of pensioners doing this as a side gig and are being paid cash in hand. ALTERATIONS = DAMAGING of gorgeous dresses. The seamstress they are working with, Barbara, hasn't got a clue about anything. She is not even using a measuring tape... if you want to avoid VERY UNPLEASANT surprises with the most important item of your day don't go there. Every time I flagged a fault the reply was :"don't worry, babe, it gets sorted once pressed" there was simply no talking to her. Feel so gutted with the whole thing... my wedding is next week and I need to find a way to sort things out. What I bought as a £1500 brand new dress, now looks like something from a charity shop.

Expensive and full of things that you really, really don't need…read more What do you mean, I have to write more? Okay, fine. Well, since I've got three kids I've been dragged round this place more than I care to remember. First I thought (as the marketing would suggest) that this was *the* place to get the stuff for your sprogs. Well yes, that's correct, but only if you want to have to mortgage your house to afford it all. Turns out that that's just owning kids, nothing to do with this place. However, there's always someplace cheaper that you can get things from when it comes to bringing up kids; charity shops and places like International Stock in Kings Heath usually have Mothercare or Early Learning Centre stuff for half the price, so I tend to go there first before parting with the cash here. However, if you really need a new mattress for the cot because the old one's just got covered in what looks like Cream of Sweetcorn, then this is your place. Just be prepared for three figures before the decimal point when you get to the till. Oh, and there's a Boots round the corner (not much cheaper) and a babies section in the Toys R Us not too far away. Get your phone out and start comparing!

Large shop selling lots of nice stuff ranging from maternity clothes to baby toys and cots. They…read moredon't have a huge range of bigger stuff out on show but there are loads of clothes. Staff are helpful but not standing over you whilst you shop. Plenty of parking and it's never that busy

I love Aldis. It is very cheap with very good quality foods. They do a filtered milk at £1.05…read morewhich is far cheaper than Cravendale! Also the fruit keeps really well and is cheap compared to Tesco. There are a lot of biscuits and chocolates to choose from and the alcohol range is extensive. I used to be very embarrassed of my parents back when I was in primary school as the other children would tease me because we shopped in Aldi. There is nothing to be ashamed of - Aldi is brilliant. If you haven't been then you should go as you have missed out.

A good range of both food, household and garden equipment. The food is of a good quality and pretty…read morecheap compared to other supermarkets. There aren't as many well-known brand names though and you have to pay for carrier bags so it's wise to go there in your own car and pack your shopping without bags or bring your own bags from home! The check out is a fast moving although the staff are usually talkative and nice.

OK some of the stuff looks a bit tacky and as if it might break as soon as you touch it, but most…read moreof the things they stock are goods you would pay a lot more for elsewhere. I got a pack of padded envelopes 5 for £1 when the day before I paid about 90p for one. They stock a nice range of art things for kids and I have picked up a lot of Halloween party things for a party next month. It is worth a look as they do sell a fair bit.

I use this shop to get household cleaning products as well as having a look and getting anything…read morethat will save me money getting from a shop where everything costs just one pound. I often pick up a multipack of crisps for the grandchildren to enjoy when they are at my house. I get my dog mess bags from here as the packs are a large size, come with a plastic scooper and are black and thick. A short while ago I bought a thermal mat to use with my hair straighteners after paying approximately £5 for one just before spotting this one. They can get busy but they have a number of staff that will do the till work when the queue grows

Tiger is a Danish chain with some very low cost unique goodies. Surprising variety packed into…read moresuch a small space. There's housewares, kitchen items, craft items and toys. Sort of remiscent of IKEAs marketplace. This particular store is clean, well-stocked, and a pleasure to browse around in. The store is laid out in such a way that the huge number of folks browsing isn't really obvious. It's hard to categorize this store as there isn't a US equivalent to compare it too. There's gadgets, art supplies, books.