I go into this shop all of the time, hoping that I'll find something that I just have to have. The…read moreshop is filled with clothes - some gypsy, funky, very girly stuff with all kinds textures to the fabrics. I think every outfit in the place makes some kind of statement. I just haven't found a statement that I'd like to make with any of it yet. There are some beautiful things here though, with price tags to go with them. There is lots of jewelry and some greeting cards, and gift type things. What I really love is the little chandeliers that hang by the stairs on display, and the huge selection of fun scarves. There are lots of pillows upstairs that deserve a good look. Some are just beautiful. I can spend hours in this shop. The staff tend to be stand-offish, although not really unfriendly. I've been frequenting this shop for over a year and have not yet had someone ask to help.

Abbey China is a small shop at the top of Cheap Street. In addition to china, the shop carries…read morejewelry and some evening type beaded handbags and beautiful belts. This shop always has so much affordable costume jewelry, that I can't walk by without going in. They carry items from the Butler Wilson line and offer great sales several times a year. The staff is wonderful about ordering items from London and will even phone and speak to the designer while you're there, to make sure that you're happy with the request. This is the place I go when I need a gift for a teenage girl or woman.

Richard's designs will satisfy the most discerning of foodies and his ceramics and textiles feature…read morefish, shellfish, game birds, seabirds, ingredients, wine, cheeses and rare breed ranges. All ceramics are hard-wearing, oven, dishwasher and microwave proof. All ceramics can be inscribed by the artist with a celebratory message and gift wrapped, making this a perfect place to find beautiful, practical and tasteful gifts. If you can't get to this studio, Richard has a stall at Borough Market and sells online.

Would not trust this shop. We paid top price for a birthday gift and it didn't work. Heartless,…read morerude and wasted our time. Upset the whole family.

What a treasure house of formerly used books. Last year at stock-take time there were some 38,000…read morevolumes. The whole premises is an Aladin's Cave of books on all subjects. It is full of nooks and crannies and all are delightfully full of a huge range of titles. They also send books through the post using a website link. Well worth exploring at leisure However, there is more. Once you have traversed the labrynth of iinviting bookshelves then you discover a quaint coffee shop with a seculded courtyard. Just right for the sunny days. Although small in size, the service and ambience are generous and welcoming. It is a refreshing environment to enjoy a pot of tea, mug of coffee or light snacks. Explore it yourself.. Global Nomad.

Restaurant was a joy. Must go back to explore bookshop. Bacon panini and salad washed down with…read morecoffee was delicious and very good value. Great service. Cosy and historical surroundings. Nice clean loo. Cabaret was exceptional courtesy of the attractive, vivacious proprietress. What more could you want? Thanks for a lovely experience.