This is a lovely shop to browse in and is one of the nicest little art shops in Leicester. They…read morehave a wide range of stock available from pencils and paints to equipment for stamping and other art and craft activities. Gadsby's tends to stock only the highest quality of art materials and the prices match, but you know you are getting the best. The staff are the most knowledgeable in town also and make really excellent recommendations. They also offer services like framing.

Superb craftsmanship, superior customer service, and a genuine interest in the work offered make…read morefor an excellent all-around experience. I had four painted canvases stretched and the care put into the task was above standard for an extremely reasonable price. After stretching the canvases (with support bar as they're over-sized), they securely wrapped each painting individually, then covered the whole lot to protect them from the weather. When I unwrapped the paintings at home, I found that the crew at West End Gallery had also provided and installed the hanging hardware at no extra cost. Absolutely lovely experience and I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of framing, canvas stretching, or art. (They've a huge selection of local artistry, you should drop by and see the gallery, it's worth the trip.)

I love it! The staff are friendly and the selection is amazing--good selection of clothes for all…read moreages and sexes in addition to some lovely home deco items. (I just about died when I saw the vintage Singer machine! And the steamer trunks! If only I could bring them home with me!)

Ooooh, I LOVE this shop. You could easily wander in first thing Monday morning and not come out…read moretill Wednesday lunchtime. There are rails and rails of clothes from the 1920s onwards, a men's section on the third floor and oodles of linen, accessories, hats and suitcases. Even old, working sewing machines, buttons and fabulous Vogue patterns from the 1950s. Just when you think you've seen everything, there's another nook or cranny just waiting to be explored. The only heartbreaking thing is that in many cases, the sizes are just too small for most people today. A consequence of changing body shapes, I suppose. But if you are a size 16, then prepare for a long rummage to find something your size. I know, I've been there. But if you look like Christina Hendricks, there's every chance you could leave looking like an extra from Mad Men or like you've walked from the pages of The Best of Everything. Now, the only thing is to find Don Draper.....