I used this florist last year as I wanted to send something special to my mother on Mother's Day…read morewhilst I wasn't in Manchester. They were very helpful on the phone as I tried to remember what flowers my mother does and does not like - carnations, gerbers - I'm a novice. Array of Blossom's motto of adding a personal touch to their service really is true. It was easy enough to specify the flowers and price (around £40) that I wanted to spend and they made up a bouquet specially for me. I never got to see it obviously as I wasn't around but my mum definitely liked the surprise and there were no difficulties with delivery on Mother's Day as I've actually had in the past with other florists. Get it right: like these guys. Their shop on Bury New Road is cute with small potted plants too, ready to take home. They would also be fabulous for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and christenings - all floral services which they offer.

From the owner: all aspects of fresh flowers for any occasion, funeral flowers our speciality,…read morewe also sell silk flowers, balloons, teddies, vases, plants.

Needed to have something delivered for a family birthday at 3 day's notice. Only problem is that…read morethe relative is allergic to most flowers. Jemma helpfully reommended a plant arrangement with some orchids and I took a shine to the style of the Pure and Simple arrangement on the website. Jemma took it from there and created a truly dazzling arrangement with fresh flowers on the day of delivery and which were received with delight. It makes such a refreshing change to see real creativity and flair in this industry rather than just seeing the same old arrangements trotted out. Will certainly use again.

Ah, so Cilla sang dulcetly back in the day when she used to reunite lost long relatives and send…read morepeople on holiday. Cilla. I do miss her. Then again all my Blind Date woes have been solved by Take Me Out, I frickin' love that show. As for this little Surprise, I'm with Sophie on the gifts being utterly ridonkulous. I mean, why would you? Do you have a friend who you... really don't want as a friend anymore? Are you trying to drop hints? Trying to dump your partner slowly but painfully? Then by all means, grab thee a gift of tat. But as for the cards, this is the pro. They come plentifully, and they're good value too. You'd save a lot of money here as opposed to heading to Paperchase. I do love Paperchase though. But Surprise Surprise has its place too. I'm not going to do the Harry Hill fight thing again...

Surprise Surprise is a sweet little card shop with plenty of choice and low prices. What lets it…read moredown is the horrific items that it tries to pass off as gifts. Before popping in recently to grab a birthday card, I stopped enthralled at the sight of their window display. It was as if someone had instructed the shop assistant to find as much rubbish as possible and drape it up the sides of the windows and all round the bottom of the display. Stuff that you would never buy yourself or someone else in a million years and yet not sooo bad/ funny that you could ever buy it as a joke. Please, I think we should start a campaign to make them either get better taste in gifts or just scrap this section altogether and just sell cards. Because it really does offend me and make me sad that some people in Prestwich open their wrapping paper or gift bag and received some item from this bunch of crap.

Beautiful casket spray and tributes for my mum. They were so breath taking and you did my mum…read moreproud. The colours were just what we wanted and the grandchildren loved their tribute to their Nana too. Thank you for your brilliant service, professionalism and for going out of your way to deliver them to the funeral home. would highly recomend you xx

Best florist in Manchester. Their flowers always stay so fresh and smell delightful with such a…read moremodern and contemporary twist. John and the team are always so welcoming and look after me. I wouldn't go anywhere else

Great value card store offering a vast range of cards at discount prices. They also sell helium…read moreballoons, a large range of celebratory gifts and a range of humorous cards. Theres a good choice of cards in a 5 for £1 deal.

Really good quality greetings cards at prices you won't believe. Their prices start from as…read morelittle as 29p for cards with mum dad etc. Staff are friendly and helpful. Great selection of valentines cards to suit your needs. And they also stock party balloons and novelty bags and some stationary. Will use card factory again without hesitation.

Delightful Bakewell tart and tea for an afternoon celebration. They welcomed a group of us for…read morepudding with open arms and delicious food. Inside is warm, green, and just a touch rustic.

Delicious brunch and a lovely setting! We came for breakfast…read moreand then a walk and this was perfect. The breakfast was yummy and well cooked and we wi definitely be back!