When a cigarette just isn't enough and maybe the occassion calls for a fat stogie or maybe you just…read moreneed a change of look that only a pipe can bring then Turmeaus' is the place. In an age when we are so health conscious and the idea of smoking is reviled by so many, it seems strange for me to laud Turmeaus' vast array of tobacco related products - but they do have an authentic Cigar-store Indian! Situated handily enough amidst Liverpool's office blocks for those who might fancy a quick chuff on something a bit more exotic than a Lambert silver, Turmeaus is also near some very good restaurants in case you fancy having a good Havanna after a slap up meal - or open at 8am you can get your nicotine fix if the idea of work is a bit too much for you!

An elite tobacco and spirit store in a unique location. Great ambiance, and knowledgeable staff…read more Wide pipe tobacco selection.

They've got great prices and good selection. Lad at the counter was dead kind and very helpful…read more Will be back for sure

If you are a smoker--no matter what you smoke or how--this is your shop! It's like an opium den…read more(without the opium, mind!!)--dimly lit, strangely foreign in feel--pipes, cool ash trays, bongs, tobacco. I'm not a smoker, nor am I into the whole hookah thing, but if I were this would be an awesomely amazing shop.

Strange name, even stranger shop. (Incidentally, the building was built in 1847)…read moreNewsagents-come-alternative clothing store 1847even sells much more for the devilish than the angelic. From black nail varnish, smoking paraphernalia, flavoured tobaccos, pipes, bright hair dyes, tutus and then the usual ciggies, choccies and drinks. The confused quirky concoction on offer here seems to be related to the close proximity of Quiggins (which it has relocated from). If 1847even is Heaven then Quiggins is the God of the alternative. A must on the route to a Halloween party or you know, in the more frequent/likely event that you need a new lighter or whatever- but if I so fancied I could purchase some fuchsia pink dye, studs and a black-netted skirt to re-live my teens in proper style.

Wow, this place brings back some happy memories. This place used to be situated in the long lone…read moreand sadly missed Quiggin's boutique, which was a fantastic haunt for many people my age as we grew up in Liverpool. Sadly, Quiggin's has now been turned into a wanky suit shop by the Liverpool One developers, snatching the place of over 25 independent retailers and the memories of thousands of Liverpool's public. It still has the same staff that served me when I was a fourteen year old with orange dyed hair running around Quiggins in a baggy Nirvana hoody and Fubu jeans..drunk! This place is an Aladdin's cave for stoners and those who like weird and alternative bits and bobs, they sell bongs, skins, pipes, incense sticks, sweets, and loads of different herbal remedies and flavoured tobaccos. They also sell UV paint, weird clothing and BB guns! FANTASTIC!

I find this quite a strange off license. All the alcohol is behind a glass screen and you have to…read moretell the person behind the glass screen what you want and then they get it for you. I've actually never seen anything like it before but I suppose it makes sense. They have really good deals on beers and cider here but the deals on the wine aren't that great. It's the same as a supermarket, even a little bit more expensive. Although the out of town ones might be cheaper. Still a cheap and handy place to get booze.

Great offie with loads to choose from at fab prices - take a fiver and you'll buy enough for a…read moredecent bevvy for the evening. Lots of good offers, nice enough staff too. Definately my first choice when getting the beers in.

This is a shop of questionable things...if you wanted to get some of that until-recently-legal…read moreM-cat/meow/plant fertiliser, this was the place to go. Of course, now it's illegal, so they don't sell it any more. They do sell cannabis seeds, but have a huge disclaimer quoting the such-and-such drugs act and claiming the seeds are only sold for educational purposes. Perhaps if the educational purpose was teaching a class how to get high.... But I'm cynical and suspicious. I don't know why. It's not like you can buy all sorts of bongs and scales and stuff. Oh wait.... Still, if it was really dodgy it would've been shut down by now, and Dr Herman's (as an enterprise) has been going since 1996. Check it out if you want to feel all mysterious and covert...

This is the best head shop in Liverpool. There are a couple of other head shop/newsagenty type…read moreplaces, but in terms of the volume of stock that these guys have and their location, they outshine the competition. Dr Herman's specialise in legal highs and drug related paraphernalia. They stock a wide range if bongs, pipes, skins, ashtrays, and legal highs. They were a prime location for buying Methadrone just before it became illegal last month. They have also been known to stock BZP and many other strong legal alternatives. The staff are very helpful in recommending you what drug is best for you if you're after an alternate buzz for a night out, including the recommended dosage etc. They are also very passionate about their job which is.. Interesting! One thing is certain, as certain as the bold poster as you enter the store.. contrary to popular belief .. 'THEY DO NOT SELL WEED!' Defiantly worth a visit although a little pricey in my book!

Whenever I see shops with names like 'Village Store', I always think of small, odd corner shops…read morelike the one in 'The League of Gentlemen'. Obviously in reality I'll probably never find one like this, especially in Lydiate, but I'll always live in fear of Tubbs appearing from behind the counter. As it is, Lydiate Village Store is a great place to go if you're looking for some essentials and you can't be arsed trekking to the supermarket, for fear of seeing someone you know or just because you're worried you might get lost in there. They offer a good range of goods including frozen foods, tinned goods, bread and milk as well as beverages of the alcoholic variety, perfect for those nights when you don't fancy a supermarket trip or an off-licence either. The prices are usually a little bit more expensive than the supermarkets but you're paying for the convenience of having it around the corner and all in one small shop, so I guess you can't really complain, can you?

Every morning I watch this shop roll past the bus window and wonder how Horsley and his son (who I…read moreshall call Eric for no reason) managed to set up such a business. It doesn't even look like it occupies a real building. The tiny newsagents looks more like somebody left a shipping container at the side of the road and the Horsleys (both the father and Eric) pounced on it and started selling papers and sweets from inside. They say the key is in the location and at 7.20am, despite the bleakness of the neighbouring boulevard, this minuscule shop is always busy with grim-faced commuters in their dying seconds of freedom. I don't know if it was Eric or the Horsley man of the house (probably called Geoffrey) who was on till duty when I called in but he wasn't exactly chatty. I don't mind though. Philosophical silence is something I've come to expect from Eric and Geoffrey. That's so like them. What a crazy couple of guys.

Horsley & Son Newsagents is situated on Speke Boulevard and is housed in what I can only describe…read moreas a shed. It is very small and looks like it might be temporary, but it has been this way for years. The newsagents, although very small, is crammed with an excellent variety of stock. They sell tobacco products, crisps, chocolate, sweets, soft drinks, magazines and newspapers. Everything is sort of crammed together but the man behind the counter will help you find whatever you need in no time at all. The staff are very friendly and helpful. They welcome you warmly as soon as you walk in and are happy to chew the fat with you. This newsagents has a strong community feel.

CJ's is your standard newagents: all the newspapers; wide range of magazines, chocolate and sweets,…read moreoh my! Loads of refrigerated drinks and some of your general household basics. Very friendly service.