The staff here were just great and helped me out with an annoying problem with my phone at zero…read morenotice. They were unfailing polite about it too. Real 5 star place. I'm an apple fan. I've all the technology I need and it's fantastic kit. I also grumble about poor service and what I see as their staff being unhelpful especially in the Orlando store where the 'rules' on selling new phones were so bizarre in 2022 they could not sell me the new phone I wanted and had near $2000 to give them. I mean they overturned precisely the maxim of what retail is about - the art of selling goods that don't come back to customers that do. I've an old Apple iPhone that I will upgrade this winter in the UK (for the first time ever) but it works perfectly well, it serves me well and I no longer need state of the art sophistication but compromise is sensible as the pace of technological change is remarkable - a sophisticated computer in your pocket. The two issues I had are now one; that the battery now runs down quite quickly. The second was powering up the phone which this store resolved lickety-split.

Yesterday was my first ever time attending an Apple Store and what an awesome experience it was to!…read more After contacting online agents about my cracked iPhone 6S screen, I was told I would need to go to my nearest Apple Store for a replacement screen. Upon arriving I must admit I didn't know that I was meant to "check in" in the middle of the store. But a member of staff was kind enough to sign me in at the Genius Bar anyway. Within ten minutes my iPhone was booked in and we were given a waiting time of 2 hours so went off shopping. Came back 2 hours later and my phone was handed back to me good as new. Was all that simple even on such a busy Saturday running up to Christmas. Possibly the best custom service I've ever received.

A great service all round from AnyJunk Bristol. We used them after we moved house to clear away an…read moreold kitchen, bathroom and just some general junk. Their prices are competitive but more importantly delivered and removed the skip on time. Will definitely use again.

I'm really upset that I'm having to give this Jewellers only 3 stars, as over the years of being a…read morecustomer I have had one bad experience, that has really angered me. I was unfortunate enough to be served by a person called Amy, I had taken my Breitling watch in for a new battery and pressure test. When I went back to pick up my watch this Amy informed me that there was an issue with the watch. I was obviously worried and asked what the issue was and she informed that me that whoever I'd taken my watch too beforehand had rounded off the screw and they were having to order a tool to get into it. I informed her that we'd always gone to Iles and she said I don't think so and anyway we mark our batteries. I informed her that I was happy with that as she see that when the back was opened. However I was incredibly worried about any potential damage. I also wasn't happy that this Amy had practically called me and my husband liars. I telephoned the shop and spoke to Denise the manager who informed me that there wasn't an issue with my watch and that they had mislaid the tool for Beitling watches and had to order a new one!! Why didn't that Amy say that? I rang once I'd received a text to say my watch was ready - my luck ..... not!! As Amy answered, I asked to speak to Denise, she was busy, so I asked her if she would confirm the source of my old battery, she said she couldn't as the jeweller had just gone to lunch, so I asked her if Denise could call me when he was back, he's not coming back I told you that came the reply - so ........ The outcome - yes my battery was changed by them - I have recommended lots of friends here and I'd say this to my friends and any potential new customers - steer clear of Amy, she hasn't a clue what she is talking about and is extremely rude and has no gripes in practically calling customers liars - Denise and the other ladies are the only people who have secured my future custom. This Amy needs more customer service training and more importantly she needs more training on all items of that this jeweller sells, repairs and watches that they replace the batteries in. If Amy approaches wait for one of the other ladies!

I'm always finding myself popping in and out of Mickleburgh's and I must say that it is probably my…read morefavourite music shop in Bristol. There is a large red sign at the front of the shop saying, rather misleadingly, PIANOS. Whilst they do sell pianos, that's really only scratching the surface. The first floor is mainly for classical instruments, whilst the basement houses the guitars, drum kits and amplifiers. There's a lovely corner full of classical guitars, where I can happily while away half an hour, given the chance. The staff are very friendly and never pressure you to buy. There are finance options available for some instruments, too - useful if you're lusting over that new Martin Acoustic, but haven't quite saved enough pennies yet!

Last year I thought I'd let my inner-child free and buy a recorder. It was Christmas time and I…read morethought it would be a nice idea to do a recital. Yes-I was in a slightly weird mood. I went into Pianos (which don't just sell pianos) to buy a recorder, which was only £10 and a guide book to get me started and refresh my memory for only £3. This is a great place to go if you or somebody you know, most likely a child, has a keen interest in learning a new musical instrument. They even have a spongebob squarepants ukulele which caught my eye. They sell trumpets, saxophones, triangles, guitars and...yes...pianos too!

Cancer Research This charity shop probably is the best on…read moreGloucester Road for the quality of the donations they receive. Whenever I flick through their rails I've often come across Karen Millen, Coast and Jigsaw. And I never EVER thought I'd say this about a charity shop - but sadly I think this Cancer Research shop is overpriced. I'm all for paying the right price, especially when it comes to charity, but this shop more often than not likes to charge its customers just as much as what you'd pay in the shop the items originally came from. I recently contemplated buying a dress, which was originally from New Look, for £10 until I realised I could buy it brand new for this price. The volunteers here are quite acerbic too. Not a happy shopping experience.

Cancer Research is a charity which supports research to better prevent, diagnose and treat cancer…read more Unlike most charity shops this has taken a modern approach to opening times - keeping up with the long lazy weekends that Gloucester Road shops adhere to. And this attitude carries on inside, with music and clean layout and attracting donations of modern clothes and a few curios. I have found a full military uniform in here and a vintage picnic set. They do know the value of such things though so be prepared to pay a reasonable price for items - it is a great charity though.

Although the stock of cards isn't on a par with that of WH Smith, the choice is more eclectic, and…read moreyou will find cards here which you won't find in WHS. in fact, 2 Christmas cards i bought here last year are so funny I haven't sent them, I've framed them instead! I use The Card when I can, as most people seem to use WHS, which means that for birthdays, etc., people can end up with the same card two or more times (I should know, I've been on the receiving end a couple of times). The Card is not much cop if you're sending something like a Goodbye or Retirement card from everyone at the office, but for person cards its an excellent alternative to that newsagent I keep referring to, and to the tat that infests most of Clinton Cards' premises. For something a bit different, try The Card - prices are comparable with everywhere else, and there isn't a huge queue of people to hold you up (though no doubt the owners wish there was one!).

Surprisingly knowledgeable staff for a high street chain jeweller. Very helpful and no hard-sell on…read moreinsurance. I purchased a watch and they were happy to take out a few links, plus for me to bring the watch back for any further adjustment. They also polished off any fingerprints and gift-wrapped the box really nicely. If you have Tesco clubcard deals vouchers they can be used, making a purchase that bit cheaper.

Part of the advertising included on the front of this store was:…read more 'GENUINE IRISH PRODUCTS' Now, apart from the cans of guiness and few little random trinkets I didn't really see the irish charm. A convienience store, yes, with many of the local amienaties you would hope to find and a few little extra's thrown in for good measure, but an irish store... I am not too convinced. Very friendly inside and very good in terms of price.

Not a shop which sells men (or women) who craft items out of wood. Sadly, it is not also where you…read morecan come to and meet The Carpenters, who's music I was brought up on thanks to my father continually insisting on playing them on the car stereo on absolutely every trip we would make, and if he didn't reach the end of the song we were listening to when we reached our destination, he would continue to drive up and down the road until he arrived at precisely the time the song ended - which, with his partial deafness, often led to a 30 second drive sometimes taking the same length as Side A on his Carpenters cassette, nightmare! What you can find here however is everything you would expect from a local convienience store - crisps, chocolate, household goods, alcohol, etc. A nice little place with friendly owners and a charming set-up.