I don't know if you still have to have a Matalan card to shop here, but I got one ages ago. I took a client shopping for trainers and he's disabled, so needs velcro fastenings. This limits it quite significantly. JJB sports didn't have any, just like all the major shoe shops.
When we eventually tried Matalan, they not only had a choice, they were £7 a pair for reasonable quality. When I was asked about a card, I thought it may come in useful at some time, filled in the information, was given a temporary card and got £1 off the trainers immediately! Definite points for the store there!
What I was impressed by was that, although the prices are ridiculously low, most of the products are good quality - at least as good as most normal shops.
I couldn't give five stars, however, due to the long wait to get served. There was a snake of people all waiting patiently and two tills in operation, every time I have been in, no matter what time of day.
I still recommend Matalan to everyone for whatever clothing they need. read more