I am forever going into Martins because the post office is housed in here. Over the months I have…read morefound that the amount of stock in the shop has increased a lot and there is more and more floor space being used to house this stock. This results in thinner walking areas and when I take a pushchair into the shop I can often get stuck. The shop used to sell papers and sweets etc but now there is a mass of toys, cards, balloons, homewares and anything else I think they might think of to chuck on a shelf. The prices are reasonable compared to other shops but I think they are losing their direction and trying to sell anything and everything, making this particular shop look more like a car boot sale.

I am not a fan of martins on the Broadway it feels very cramped to me and almost a little…read moreover-powering. For a small shop this does stock quite a fair amount of products and the prices aren't bad. I have also found their range of magazines is good as well. The staff are great they are very willing to help with any queries or problems that come up. I have never though seen this shop busy, which I think is down to the fact there is no parking outside un like the newsagent at the other end of the Broadway.

This is a very nice little newsagents, with a wide variety of magazines, newpapers and…read moreconfectionary. It is very small inside, and is always well stocked with the daily newspapers. The staff in there are very helpful and also very kind, and it is a nice shop to go to.

Probably the biggest toy and kids shop in Southampton, definitely in the city centre. Situated…read moreopposite West Quay retail park its in a good location. Its new facelift this year really has improved it, giving it a fresh breath of life into the store. I really used to love Toys R Us as a child, I was only allowed to visit once or twice a year to get christmas and birthday and I loved going round with all the toys. As an adults toys and games still have they're appeal but to me Toys R Us has lost it, catering for cheap quality imported toys to sell easily and it really does annoy me. And the prices aren't competitive at all. Still good for board games and often has 3 for 2 on different brands.

Massive toy store in the West Quay shopping area. Huge range of kids toys and new born clothing…read more There is a massive range and you can pretty much get any kids toys you want. There is easy parking and the store is really easy to navigate. Staff are friendly and helpful and are also very informative on the products on offer. Not the cheapest toy store in town when you have Tesco's Homebase and the entertainer nearby. They also seem to not have everything in stock and tend to sell out of all the newest and most wanted toys so quickly and take ages to get stock back in.

This branch of WH Smith is located in the Saxon Square and although it is accessible to wheels…read morechairs and pushchairs is would be quite tight down the aisles. This is quite a small store and has a small selection of DVDs, CDs, cards, stationery and toys/gifts. There are quite a few books but they are spread out down the length of the shop and it is sometimes difficult trying to look as people are trying to get passed all the time. There is an adequate stock of magazines and papers and there is no confectionery area, though there is often some at the till.

I love visiting this store when I am staying with relatives in Dorset. There are numerous books…read moreincluding a large selection of childrens's books, fiction, reference and many non fiction books. There are cards and wrapping paper and art and craft supplies. The best thing is they are all at discounted prices! Ideal for buying childrens presents or buying items for party bags, I wish we had the works store in my home town!

This shop has seen some changes over the years. Now stocks basic food items and drinks. You can buy…read morethe usual papers and magazines although magazine section has been put on the small side. you can charge your gas card here, but sadly they dont do electric keys wish they would. Lottery is also available here. They do offer a delivery service for papers and magazines etc. Alcohol drinks are also on sale here. top up for mobile phones, as well as overseas ones..

Walisdown news is a typical convenience shop. Does all the top ups electricity magazines drinks and…read morechocolate. Would recommend this shop to anyone

A very nice friendly newsagents, situated on Christchurch Road. The people who work here always…read morefriendly, and happy to order in any magazine or paper that you need. This is a big plus point with this place, most small newsagents have a small selection of magazine, usually women's magazines, which is great if that's all you want, but if you require something more diverse, like.. say fishing or running magazines, then more than likely you have to drive to the nearest WHSmith. Boscombe News always seems to have whatever I needed to find, they always seem to take in input and have more on the shelves, which keeps in the customers. They have the usual daily papers, sweets/chocolates and nice cheap card selection. Also they try and have household bits and bobs like bin-bags etc, but sadly about 3 shops down there is a Co-op store where you can more than likely find all of this cheaper. Overall 3/5

Wimborne market is one of the main attractions to the Minster town. It lies just on the outskirts…read moreof the town centre and takes place from Friday Sunday roughly 8 am onwards (times each day vary) you can find absolutely everything within the halls and outside stalls from food and clothes to home equipment and flowers. Prices are really good as you would expect of markets and you can really get some great bargains. One fabulous side to the market is the farmers section where not only can you buy but can try the produce on sale. Parking is plentiful as the market has constructed its own multi story car park within the grounds of the market. Well worth a trip!!!!

This is a super, HUGE market, approx 400 stalls, mostly inside or under cover. I just love going…read more They have everything plus some quality items. I expect you could do all your shopping here. Look for the beautiful plants by the entrance !! It is held in a series of purpose built hangers, with some lovely little log cabin units out in the undercover area. There is a small amount of stalls in the open but not many so no need to worry about the weather. Friday is general & Farmers Market, Saturday is general & car boot fair and Sunday is general, Flea market & crafts Pay & Display Multistory car park on site. Can get very busy in the Summer. Open all year opening times vary a little but generally 8 til 1pm (9 til 3pm Sundays)