Great new electronics specialist store, I think it opened just before Christmas and its got every…read morething! I had been to the one in Newcastle before, but its great that there is finaly one in Sunderland it saves going all the way to Newcastle or the MetroCentre. Staff were good, really knew there stuff, prices really competative and store well laid out.

Clayton Computers is a good little independent stockist with knowledgeable staff and a decent…read moreselection of IT related supplies. They have all the usual components that, whilst not necessarily beating online prices, have the advantage of being in a concrete location in case of customer service issues. This was the destination of choice when I needed to buy network cables, and if you're looking for a local store that can give you advice on computing or the like, your best bet is probably Clayton.

Located next to a few other shops this mills is very handy for the local housing estates and is…read moreknown as the top shop. Unfortunatly it is also very close to St Thomas More school. During term time, the entrance to the shop is very crowded over lunch time and hometime. It can be quite nerving having to walk through that many children to get to the shops. The shop itself has just recently had a make over including a cash point outside (it does charge for withdrawals though). You can buy newspapers, magazines and the lottery in the shop but you can also get many of your essential food items. And unlike most corner shops some of the offers beat the offers in larger supermarkets. As for car parking there is space for around 10 cars outside the shop, but if you can't find a space there is always space on the surrounding streets. The staff are polite and friendly but often rushed off their feet as the shop always seems to be busy.

Mills is located on the edge of a housing estate next to a high school and a few other small shops…read more In my experience the staff are always very friendly and cheery, and the store is always stocked up with everything you need from a corner shop really. The only thing is, as with lots of chain newsagents, the price is a little steep. Also during term time the shop is very busy, not only before and after school, but during also, when the 6th formers have free periods. As long as your not intimidated by kids you'll feel fine (the kids from that school are harmless anyway, and even if not theres CCTV just outside)

Came here to get a new computer. Got the latest model in a bundle deal for a great price. Staff…read moreseemed really nice and competent. Upon delivery the staff's invoice showed a different product which was replaced by another. When we tried to complain they said their invoice was wrongly worded and we had signed a contract to recieve the product we had received. They were rather blunt and forthright on the telephone. Once they have your money, it seems, they are no longer interested in customer care. Huge store but go elsewhere for honest staff.

A good place I don't know much about computers, but the staff didn't take advantage of that at all,…read morethey were really helpful and the nice lad who served me actually sold me one that was a bit lessed priced but a better comp , they got a big thumbs up from me, the sell more than computers as well with games machines and computer books they are really handy for anything to do with computers or games machines like the X-box a brilliant place.

The Bridges branch of Boots is a great big one, on two levels. It has recently been refurbished and…read moreit looks great. Unlike some Boots stores local to me which are cramped and overcrowded, this Boots has a great spacious layout and it's easy to find what you're looking for. Boots always used to be an expensive store, but nowadays I find that they often have great competitive deals on the product that I use. On top of this, their loyalty card means that you get approximately 4p (4 points) back for every pound you spend, as well as being mailed coupons where you can get bonus points. Recently there have been a few good points deals such as getting 500 (£5) worth of points when you spend over £50 in one transactions. Their 3 for 2 deals make good great xmas presents too!

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BHS cafetiere on the first floor: Great place for a brunch and I heard that express coffee is the…read morebest in town but I'll have to return to check that out. I had a delicious Spinach & Ricotta cannelloni for 5,95 pounds. The sympathy of the waitresses really excels. I only think that 4:00 pm is to early to close, specially on a Sunday!

All indoor shopping centre with and large outdoor carpark and one large indoor carpark both with…read morepay and display metres at 60p an hour. Inside the shopping centre there is many shops including a large primark, woolworths, home bargains and many card shops and fashion clothes/shoes. There are many places to eat from mcdonalds,greggs, sit down cafes, and coffee shops. This shopping centre is split on two levels so there are stairs/lift. oh and nearly forgot about the large toilets including disabled and babies. There is also many day to day shops iceland, butchers, and also a post office. There is also an indoor market selling various things like fresh fruit and veg.

Big Mackays store (known now as M & co) with good range of womens clothes, shoes accessories and…read morechildrens clothes. Women's range at street level with small changing area at back of shop (not entirely discreet!). Clothes are reasonably priced for their good quality. Most clothes are aimed at slightly older ladies although there are some basic clothing items that would suit all ages. Bigger size range at the back of the store beside lingerie. Staff are helpful and polite. Children's range on another floor, accessable by stairs. Frequent sales in this store.

M&Co - formally Mackeys - a nice shop with a range of clothing for adults and kids - can be pricey…read moreon some items compared to elsewhere. A good cafe upstairs to use and one of few shops in Ashington that is on more than one floor and has a lift for customers to use. Possibly an under estimated shop and one can pass without looking in when possibly should check out. Not one of the big named brands but have a good range for kids (on one floor) and good range of for baby clothes from birth up over.

I love Fenwicks! It's a fantastic department store with everything you could need under one roof…read moreand my personal go to place for a cosmetics and clothes fix! Whether it be perfumes,international foods from the food hall or homeware products Fenwicks has it all. There's a great choice of places to dine too including an American diner and Cafe 21 for those who literally like to shop until they drop. Plus what a bonus!! Every Christmas time they unveil their Christmas window (which changes each year) and flood Northumberland street with the cheery sound of Christmas music!

Fenwick is such a huge store! With an entrance on Northumberland street and one that opens onto The…read moreMonument as well as having other exits and entrances into different parts of intu Eldon Square...to say the least, I get very lost when I go in there. To confuse matters, there's also steps and stairs taking you here, there and everywhere! I much prefer Bentalls but I can say, Fenwicks does have a range of good name concession stands (which follow with the price tag), a make-up floor, some cute bits and pieces of stationary and randomly, some food joints which includes a sushi joint that kind of smells up the place. The layout is pretty confusing so I haven't ventured in too many times. There's wifi in here but you have to sign-up and it takes a while to be connected... The Christmas window this past year was pretty cool though (not sure if it was worth the queues or the aggressive shoving!) The building front from Northumberland street is a looker, if nothing else, Fenwicks can offer a visually pleasing building to admire.