Part butcher's shop, part mini convenience store, this popular local hybrid sells almost anything from fresh beef and sausages to toilet bleach and pet food. Inside, the linoleum floor is all cracked and broken and the store's dusty shelves look as if they've seen better days, yet fresh fruits and vegetables are all well-priced, the store's stock is impressive considering its size and though this may not be the cleanest convenience store in Great Barr, it definitely benefits from friendlier staff. Whenever I visit, the owner is always welcoming and polite, and never hassles me if I'm just going in for a browse. read more