This is so strange that it draws people to stand and gawp. I've seen people do it. It's hilarious…read more 'What? I don't understand! A vending machine for cheap new DVDs?' I say. 'Yes!' a little voice in my head confirms. 'Isn't it cool? You should buy one just to try it out!' 'Nay,' I say, 'For that would be dangerous and silly.' Because that's how I think most people's initial reaction will be to these newfangled machines. They're amazing. They're so sleek. They're a very clever idea. But they're not to be trusted. Like Daleks. So I've yet to try one, because I'm scared that it will eat my card or exterminate me. So I'm holding out on that last star......

Always pumping out the latest dark DnB or dubstep, I love coming to this place to while away a…read morepost-payday lunchtime or two. There's so much to take in, the staff really care about the music they sell and it's well worth coming in weekly to have a listen to the latest releases. There's a good range of posters advertising the upcoming dance events in Bath and Bristol, too, and they'll always stick a poster up if you're organising something yourself. They have a fair selection of second hand CD, if you're still caught up in the nostalgic age of music buying, so I can't recommend this place enough, especially for local DJs looking for something new to, er, drop.

The only other shop in Llantwit Major's Pound Plaza alongside the mighty Filco is Rainbow Plaza…read more And what a freaking awesome shop it is. The ground floor is nothing too exciting, just newspapers, magazines, gift cards, stationery, chocolate bars, that kind of thing, but if you head up the stairs to the right, then boy does it get good. Up here you'll find a proper toy shop alongside a DVD rental operation and the only place in Llantwit Major to sell CDs and DVDs. The selection of CDs is a bit rubbish but the toy side of things is frankly brilliant. I've never seen so many box fresh board games. They've got both Cardiff and Swansea editions of Monopoly (surely they're all brown squares in Swansea? Boom! Take that Jacks!). They even have the table top cricket game that I always wanted as a kid. With an impressive array of Lego toys, huge cuddly toys, a Games Workshop section, and some toys for girls (phhmp! Whatever...), Rainbow Bargains is a cracking little shop that is very difficult to leave without whipping your wallet out.

Amazing little shop, half-way down the picturesque Cheap Street in Frome…read more The front window is crammed full of retro goodies - videos of favourite, classic and obscure shows and films from way way back. Even to when videos were first invented! It's certain to trigger a whole fit of I remember that even before you go inside. There are also CD's for sale, music or soundtrack, of old classic hits in the same vein. The owners are passionate about their stock, and if you can't see it on display, they'll do their utmost to get a copy for you. Perfect for finding presents for hard-to-get-for people who are older, and absolute Nostalgia Heaven for a browse around. Prices are very reasonable too, so be warned, you'll probably be unable to resist treating yourself.

I simply do not know how this place manages to survive in the age of Amazon. It sells, well,…read morecompact discs (or CDs as well know them), but only really in jazz and classical styles, so the name is a bit misleading (and archaic) for a start. With these genres mainly appealing to the old generation, I guess that's where they're still hanging on - to customers who haven't even heard of the internet and still fondly remember the old gramophone in the corner of the living room. It's not even very cheap here, so visit this shop now if have the inclination - I guarantee it won't be here in ten years time.

I think shops like this should be cherished. Not all of us want to live in a 'second life' style…read moreinternet world, some of us have REAL lives and want to browse through actual shops at actual real things. Sure you can save a couple of pounds but on the whole shops like these are staffed by people who know what they are talking about and are passionate about it. Have a look at the bigger picture! For your information I am not of the 'old' generation, I am 30.

Prices seemed a bit high to me but what do I know? Interesting but I think you need to know what…read moreyou're looking for.

Situated just off the high-street on a busy road, this shop is well worth finding. Once found,…read moredon't be fooled by the outside (which, to be honest, is an absolute mess) inside, if you're looking for music, this is a treasure trove of second-hand gems. It does what you want and no more, don't expect a really fancy looking store inside though, no fancy gimmicks on the wall, just a store full of all types of music. If you like the old Vinyl, cassette tapes etc, then have a good look around as there is plenty on sale, you just have to dig deep for it. A huge collection of CD music as-well for all you modern types :) You can see it's run by someone who just loves music. Overall 4/5

A hidden treasure. Piled high with vinyl and CD's. Not organised or flash, but worth a visit.read more