By far the best hardware store in the area. Puts all the chain stores like Homebase and B&Q to…read moreshame with their amazing standard of service. It doesn't matter what sort of DIY your trying to do there is always someone there who has the necessary knowledge to help you. It's only a small store but they make the most of the space and it's packed full of stuff, which although not as cheap as the superstores is worth it for the back up you get. The most handy thing they have is off to the side of the store. If you want wood cut to size they have a wall mounted cutter and will happily cut boards and planks to your exact requirements. I've not been here in some time but they certainly know their stuff and it's worth using them over anyone else in the area.

The service in this particular branch is superb. Staff put themselves out to help and nothing is…read moretoo much trouble. Not the same can be said of Worthing branch where there are often more staff than customers and still have a whopping great queue on the till!!! Personally I feel the the shop is better laid out.the lighing is certainly better as is the parking

I have just returned from Wickes in Littlehampton after having reported some faulty roofing bought…read morein the summer. I asked to speak to Stephen Winn, the branch manager and he could not have been kinder or more helpful in sorting out the problem and subsequently putting it right. I came away feeling that there are some decent people left in the world, but moreover this man believed in me and did not question for one moment my integrity. I would highly recommend this store whilst he is manager. Martina White, Ford, West Sussex

There are 2 of these shops pretty much facing each other either side of the street. One sells…read moreeverything garden and DIY related. The other selling a fantastic range of cook and houseware. Both are definately worth a look as they are like little aladdins caves, full of treasures and certain to have what you are looking for! Staff are really knowledgable and are happy to answer any questions you may have or point you in the right direction if you are stuck. Prices are reasonable, no more expensive than anywhere else in the town and generally I've always found there is a really nice atmosphere to both shops.

An excellent traditional ironmongers run very a very helpful chap, an aladins cave of useful items…read morefor the home at garden all at sensible prices

The kind experienced salespeople repaired the handles and lid of a couple of saucepans I've had and…read moretreasured for decades. This meant taking 2 pieces home and working on them before bringing them back to the shop, mended. This is going beyond expectations, done with a smile and little to no reward for them. I have also found many odd items there that aren't available in supermarkets and other hardware stores. Highly recommended.

For a smaller in-town store this compares well with the out of town DIY centres. Good level of…read morestock, and advice is given freely

This is the original "can do" shop. It is like the tardis the amount of stuff these guys have is…read moreamazing. I have yet to go in there and not walk out with what I was after. From fork handles to four candles they will have it. I dare you to try. All your hardware needs in one place. More fun than B&Q and with a smile a brown dust coat and a paper bag.

Tucked away on the East just outside of Chi, this nursery is a pleasant find. Very quiet area,…read morelittle traffic and plenty of parking. Very high quality stock and at brilliant prices. There is also the facility to liase with other Garden services ie sheds, pools, spas and other requirements. Well worth a visit if you're in the area and got an empty boot!!

The nursery has been very good up until now, it appears they have been 'over charging' only by a…read moresmall amount but we have been been over charged twice now, and it appears there 'half price sale' is only for some people and apparently finished last week although we did go yesterday and bought pots half price ..... but not today! When confronted about over charging we were told.." sorry, its only a little and i can;t change the till now".... safe to say ....YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.