Matalan is very good indeed .always parking available . Good prices especially menswear , ive found…read more. Dinner suits superb and really good value . Homewear dept is varied and cheap with some good reductions all the time.

Big out of town shop with loads to choose from. Lots of bargains. Sometimes can't believe how cheap…read moreit is. Good amount of free parking outside. Does wide range of different clothes from smart to casual, underwear, shoes. Staff friendly.

Poundland is perhaps the most aptly named store in Colchester every item in store is a pound. Not…read moreonly does this save on time at the tills, you do not have to go scrabbling around for an elusive price tag as in so many other stores. As the store is part of a long chain of shops, big brands can be found alongside the usual bargain bin fare. At the time of writing, Belkin computer cables and Coca Cola are both available for purchase. Although the tills can often get rather busy, I can only recommend a visit to see for yourself. Therefore, I am giving Poundland Colchester four out of a possible five stars.

Does what it says on the tin - everything is £1. Thought it would be cheap and tacky but surprised…read morehow many bands there are avaliable. You can be generous and let the kids pick whatever they want without breaking the bank! Always something to buy.

Quite a pricey store, and although it does cater for Men's clothing, it's more for women and…read moresomewhat for children. The clothes rails and displays are a bit close to each other, but not to the extent that you can't get by and find what you're looking for. The store does seem to be somehwat randomly laid out, but you'll be able to find what you're looking for fairly easily, and the staff will take you straight towards an item if you can't find it.

I love this Dorothy Perkins - it's well laid out with plenty of space to walk around. They always…read morehave a good range of basics and party clothes as well as suits and work wear. They have a relatively large tall section and all their jeans and trousers come in several lengths which makes it much easier to find something that fits properly. They also stock shoes, lingerie, maternity and petites, jewellery and have a large menswear section upstairs.

Matalan is renowned for clothes at perhaps the cheapest price in town. If you are after scrappy…read moreclothes for work or outdoor activities. My so has been kitted out in Matalan gear for numerous Scout camps over the past decade and has never complained or at least to my face! The queue to pay can get rather long at times, although parking is plentiful and easily accessed from the town centre. The homeware department is ideal for students or those on a tight budget, with crockery and bedding at bargain prices. In all, not the most fashionable of clothing but cheap.

If you are looking for something for work and you don't want to spend much money then this is the…read moreplace to go. Fashion that is just going to last a few weeks then it's great but not if you want something that you'll have for years. Wide range of stock that is constantly changing for all the family. Good car park which is close to other superstores

a wide range of clothing for all the family, reasonably priced and good quality too…read more the staff are generally friendly and helpful, although getting a refund can cause some issues, the staff can become wuite snooty over it but with a fuss, give you the refund required. accessible, even through aisles of clothing too, and queues move at a fair pace.

Be warned after purchasing some garlands I found out after I got home that the price on the ticket…read morewas not the same on the receipt. After calling into the shop the next day I was informed that they don't have to give me a refund for the difference! I believe I was taking to the Manager but was also informed that she didn't have to give me her name.. so what's the point of being a manager !! After speaking to citizen advice apparently they have not broken the law but most shops would of offered this difference back as a good will gesture.. The reviews from The Range at head office are very poor on this company which is incredible you still have a business. Luckily for me I managed to find the same garland on line at a cheaper price so have returned at another branch with a smile on my face. This shop certainly should not be trading and I certainly won't be spending anymore money at your company. Shame on you

Just like Wilkinson's in the town centre, the Range has a huge, well, range of goods, from…read morehomewares and pet food to stationary and snacks. Although some of the products on offer are somewhat cheap and nasty, most are of a high standard and sometimes even branded. Pet food is one of the best buys at the Range, with cheap fish, dog, cat and bird food. Plants are also available, but make sure to check them for dead bits or other problems. In all, a really varied store that offers a huge range but is let down by the poor quality of some products.

Plus size shopping for larger ladies - no mens fashions held. Usually have a good selection of…read moresizes - reasonable prices. The sales are great - the bargains are there in abundance even if the sizes are sometime limited! Helpful staff and ordering into store available if you need something that is not held in stock. Credit facilities available which staff tend to over-sell!

This shop is aimed purely at the plus sized woman, generally very fashionable and ideal for people…read morethat don't want to buy something just because it fits regardless of what it looks like! This sop is in the Royals and I tend to go here for shoes and boots as they tend to be a better quality then most shops and as I have size 8 feet they fit better aswell. Not a great range of shoes but there is enough. Always seems to be a sale on with the boots aswell so great bargains to be had there! Staff are very friendly and are of all shapes and sizes which is great to see in a plus size shop, worth a visit!

MK One was located on the lower half of the high street near Wallis. It sold cheap teenage fashions…read moreand was very good value for money, especially for basic items of clothing such as vest tops, t-shirts etc. Some of the merchandise especially the bags and jewellery looked quite cheap and tacky. The service was never very good. Shop has now closed down.