As I am often in Denton Holme I always take a look in here on the off chance I find something…read moregreat. The staff are always lovely and like to have a chat. I have bought a few photo frames from here and they didn't cost much at all. They have more in the line of household items than clothes, (although there are some), and they don't sell too much tat. Definitely have a look if you want a bargain.

I adore next not only for myself but also for their childrenswear. The clothes are gorgeous and…read morealthough people think it's expensive I don't think it is anymore. The quality of the clothes is fantastic and they wash brilliantly which is great with a messy toddler. The shoes are gorgeous and arre also incredibly well priced. The staff are lovely aswell.

Next is my favorite shop for buying my childrens clothes i find it excellent value for money and…read morethey have really trendy stuff ! i also buy for myself quite a lot as they do a petite range which is great for me as im only just 5ft 1 ! all the cothes are very fashionable. i tend to spend more in next when they have their famous sales as they really are some good bargains to be had.

I always visit here first before going aywhere else for baby items. They mainly sell buggies and…read morenursery furniture but also do nice clothes. I love the prices here as they are always competitive and they sell a lot of well known brands. I bought my travel cot here which I got for about £20 then anwhere else I had looked. The shop is situated in the Market Hall and is really easy to browse as it is over two sides of an aisle. They have a scheme where you can pay for something over a number of weeks which is handy. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly and they will deliver items aswell

This sis a nice little stall in the market that sells baby quipment such as pushchairs, cots,moses…read morebaskets, car seats etc all at very low prices and everything is excellent quality as they sell the named items such as graco, chicco etc the staff are helpfull and its wortha firts look before heading to mothercare and the like

Always worth a visit, especially with children on a rainy day! If you live in Carlisle, get a…read moreTullie Card, and you get in for free. There are regularly changing exhibitions in the Art Gallery, and interesting history and art displays in Old Tullie House and in the new wing. They are really good at putting on activities for children at half term and in the school holidays, and these are usually free. It's a gem - and the cafe's good too! Tullie House is also the only place you will be able to see arthouse films in Carlisle now.

Great museum for all ages. The exhibits are very well laid out and they include plenty of…read moreinteractive things for kids, like dress up clothes, coloring, hands on activities, and touch-screen games. Great views of Carlisle Castle from the Lookout, too.

Claire's Accessories is fantastic for that little piece of costume jewellery you really need to…read morecomplete an outfit. I do think that is has become more expensive but it is still affordable. This shop is quite small and once again I would never attempt to go in here if I had the buggy with me. The range in this shop is fantastic, from headbands to earrings, and necklaces to shoes. They even do a range now which is specifically for younger children and teens but still very trendy. I have never had a problem with the earrings and find that they keep their colour really well even if they have only cost a couple of pounds. They do ear piercing here and although I have never used this service I have heard good reports from friends who have. They also often have some good bargains a lot of the time and it is worth a look on the off chance there is something worth having.

Heaven for tweens and teens alike. i found a great headband with rabbit ears for a school play…read morecostume here. Little girls into accessories will always find something they like here. Cheap prices, but reasonable quality.

I really do love Matalan for their really great prices. Although I do feel that you have to be…read morecareful with what you buy as I have had a few cheap vest shops completely reshape themselves in the wash. Apart from that I have never had a problem with any other item from here. They stock childrens, mens and womens clothes including shoes all at really low prices, and if there is a sale on then it is even better. The lingerie is a particular fave of mine as there is always an offer on the knickers where you get three pairs for a fiver. You do need a Matalan card to make a purchase but you can sign up for free in the store and they often have member only offers aswell such as two tops for £6 which was on recently. I adore the Homeware section as they stock everything from gorgeous prints to cheap tea towels and most of my kitchen accessories are from here. They are always right on trend with their colours and patterns. The bedding is really good and I am still using a duvet set which I bought from here five years ago and it looks as good as new. There can quite often be quite a queue but it does move quickly and the staff are always happy to help. If you can't find a certain size they will go and have a look in the back for you and more often than not do come back with it.

Matalan has a huge range of clothing, so you can usually find something. The clothes are cheap, but…read morecan fall to bits quite quickly, so for some things it's worth paying a bit more to have it last longer. The queues here can be massive. You need to have a Matalan card to shop here. Matalan does have a classy range of homeware and interior furnishings. Their duvets and pillows are very good value. Be careful when you park not to leave your car after going to Matalan and nip into town. I got fined for doing that; they've changed the rules recently. Silly really, I've never seen that car park anywhere near full.

Small shop, but it has the best range of frames for children that I've seen in Carlisle. I brought…read moremy daughter here after a friend recommended them. She chose a very pretty pair of frames, and is getting a lot better at remembering to wear them. The staff are friendly and helpful, even when I've been in to get the frames bent back into shape!

Always worth a visit at sale time. I've picked up nice skirts, trousers and jumpers which are…read moreclassic and good for work.

I like to shop here for my mum and aunties as they stock a lot of ladies clothing that they like…read moreand the prices are reasonable too. There always seems to be some kind of sale or special offer on but the reductions seem genuine enough. There is also a Men's department that sells jumpers scarves and gift ideas. You can buy DVDs and brooches and pens that are ideal as stocking fillers and there is something for everyone in their nightwear range. This shop is trying to appeal to the younger age range too and I know Carol Smillie has been modelling for them recently and you can buy some really nice tops and skirts that are not what you might stereotypically expect (ie not tartan!). There is a nice selection of biscuits, preserves, cakes, toiletries and other gift ideas and last Christmas they made up hampers with anything you wanted from the shop. This is a great gift idea and the presentation was beautiful. Well worth a visit just for the banter with the staff!