I was drawn to this shop by the sweet smell of incense drifting past the door. Inside, I was greeted by a friendly, warming lady, who looked and dressed like a spiritualist in purple darkened clothes. As soon as I saw her, I knew that this place was the real deal, and that her knowledge in mystical specialities would be as in depth as it gets. The lady's premises was filled with as many different types of incense sticks and cones that you could think of; I've never come across so many varieties anywhere else. Dragon's Blood was the one that stood out specifically, and I had to buy it to sample the smell.
The shop is also full of crystals and little models, reflecting a gothic beauty perfect for customers who have a love for dark magic. Feel free to ask the store owner what each stone does, and the meaning behind each model, she's happy to tell you. I bought a little tortoise model that holds four incense sticks and one incense cone in the middle. It's such a great unique, multi-useful gift for someone, and only costs £4. Even if you don't really burn incense, the little tortoise is a great piece of handcrafted art to sit on your shelf.
The shop owner also runs Earlswood Lake Therapies around the corner, so you can always buy some spiritual stones and then receive a massage later on! read more