Truth be told, Livingston Designer Outlet is a bit of a way from Glasgow. It takes about an hour to…read moreget there on the M8 - but seriously, it's worth it! With more than 90 stores (yup, count them) there's pretty much something for everyone. As well as a huge number of shoe shops - you'll also find designer names, a Next Outlet store, cookware stores, homeware stores, jewelry stores and stationary stores. You'll also find a good selection of coffee shops and restaurants, sure to keep you fueled up through your shopping trip. There are some really great bargains on offer - whether you're looking for a Versace Dress for £300 or an M&S dress for £3. Although some Designer Outlet shopping centres are open air - you can rest assure that this one is securely inside. Which is very good, seeing as it's in Scotland and all! If you're planning a Christmas shopping trip, or are just feeling a little indulgent, then I thoroughly recommend a trip to Livingston Designer Outlet. There's a huge carpark which is free - so you can shop for hours without having to worry about when your ticket runs out. And believe me, you will shop for hours.

I'd like to visit here, but they're not dog friendly. It's a shame as most new shopping centres…read moreare, in fact the St James centre encourage dogs, providing food and water. All their shops encourage dogs and John Lewis keep treats behind the counter. Seriously Livingston, get with the times and embrace pooches. You're out of town and many won't leave their dogs at home all day to drive to Livingston. It was bad enough when you started charging for parking. If you live in Edinburgh, you're far better not bothering to make the trip.

The nes M and S in Livingston Centre is fanastic, far better than the Edinburgh Princes Street…read morestore. There is a ver wide range of stock, a great cafe and the staff are really helpful. Rubbish home range though!

Marks and Spencer in Almondvale has a good range of clothes but not as many as larger stores like…read morethe Gyle. Some Ladies clothes are downstairs and you can go on the escalor to mens, home, shoes, lingerie etc. There are changing rooms on both levels which are manned and staff willing to get another size if you need it. I like the Food hall which has a wide range of food and is very popular when they have meal deals for £10.Their flowers are great value too. The bank area is good and we have used it to buy euros. If you shop In Marks regularily it is worth checking out the Credit card so you get vouchers to spend throughout the year. A good addition to the shops in Livingston and if you want to rest try something in the coffee shop.