I used to work in this garage many moons ago and since then it has had a massive revamp. It was…read morealways a spar but now the fuel is supplied by Maxol. Inside you will find a Post Office which is generally busy with all the local residents. The shop is well stocked and there are all the usual spar deals to be had. I noticed too when I was in recently that there is now customer toilets which is something that was frequently asked for. The layout of the shop is good, so if you're just popping in for a few bits and pieces or doing a larger shop you'll most certainly find everything you need without paying over the odds.

Hardford Link Service Station is probably the best located (and busiest) station in Newtownards…read more The large Spar stocks a huge selection of food from Ben and Jerry's ice-cream to tinned soup. It also sells the local 'Mash Direct' range (e.g. fresh champ, mash and cabbage) which is great for making a 'cheat's' Sunday dinner. There is quite a lot of fruit and vegetables on sale for a local garage, however on occasions they have appeared to look quite dried out and lacklustre which is disappointing. Similarly although there is a good range of bouquets, at times they are equally as limp and withered. My top tip would be to pay a visit as early in the morning as possible to ensure the freshest quality. Speaking of early mornings, this is also the best (and more than likely the only time) to visit the elusive Streat deli- which I've generally found to be shut more times than it is open. This really is a shame, as they have a great selection of fresh baguettes/pastries and stock the delicious Glastry farm ice-cream. However the Spar sells a huge range of pre-packed sandwiches and salads, which makes up for the apparent lack of a deli....kind of. There is also a Tim Horton's donut and coffee section- a haven for caffeine junkies like myself. I have found in recent months that Spar is morphing into Poundland- with shelves of toiletries and drinks priced at (you've guessed it) one pound! Definitely useful if you're planning a last-minute road-trip. There is also a self-service jet car wash within the premise's grounds, as well as a Cash and Carry coal store and ATM. A Winemark store is located in close proximity, selling wine, beer and spirits at reasonable rates. In the countdown to occasions such as Christmas, a range of giftsets are available and there are also impromptu wine-tasting events within the store.

During a hard time with renting from a landlord from hell and us having to sleep on my mums floor,…read morehardford link was something that kept us in chocolate éclairs and our spirits up after having to walk out of a tenancy. It was a stressful time and a drive to ards and a stop at hardford for a bun helped a lot. Cant pass it without thinking about eclairs . Big shop and always in our memories.

Thankfully I remembered this was here, the car was running on vapour and I thought it was going to…read morerun out of petrol outside the old inn "could be worse places to run out" small forecourt but I'm relieved Crawfordsburn has a petrol station at all.

Great local store with everything you need from newspapers and fuel to cosmetics. Few friendly lads…read moreworkin on the tills who are more than happy to help.

This BP petrol station has been in operation for as long as I can remember and therefore is well…read moreknown in the area. The shop is franchised by Centra and it sells all sorts if household groceries.There are always great bargains and it is possible to collect nectar points on both petrol and groceries . There is a cash machine on the forecourt so you can access your money. The shop also operates a pay point and a pick up service for certain parcel deliveries / returns . All in all for the size of this place it really is a popular well run garage .

Asda Filling station is the filling station of choice for many people. Supermarket Filling stations…read moreare beginning to hold a monopoly over the market as they have the ability to offer the best price of petrol per litre and add to the convenience factor. This petrol station is no different, it is located within the compound of Ards shopping Centre so it means you can get your shopping and all your other big buys all in one go. The other great thing about this station is the pay at the pump service which is particularly handy if you are by yourself and happen to have sleeping children in the back of your car.

This place does what it says on the tin, drive in, get fuel! It is usually cheapest place to get…read morefuel, so can sometimes be busy. Essential car accesories and drinks/sweets in the shop, so usually speedy service.

This is my local Sevice Station and know that the price of diesel is cheaper than anywhere else…read morenearby. I have had nothing but pleasant and polite service from the staff, whatever time of the day or night I am there, even when not buying fuel. Will continue to shop here and am proud to support a local business.