I think Toys r Us is amazing and this is my favourite branch - barely a week goes by without us…read morevisiting. Toys R Us's are all very similar to look at, and have the same layout. They always have plenty of stock, and lots of special offers. The Basingstoke branch doesn't have a toilet and baby changing facility, which is worth knowing as most branches have, but thats the only downside. Staff will go out of their way to help you. If what you want isn't on the shelves, they will go and check the warehouse: and last year when everywhere was sold out of pink DS Lites they weren't allowed to reserve stock for people but would call you as soon as the item came into stock.

Trek for me, stars for some…read more Yep, its Christmas again and I have kids who demand (actually, they ask pretty nicely and write letters to Santa etc) So, its off for a visit to ToysRUs who have everything don't they? Well, they've quite a lot (if you crane your neck to look up as well as down) and the prices are pretty competitive. If only it wasn't so bright, garish, there was an opportunity to rest your feet (the store's pretty big). Anyway, I still exited lighter of wallet, lighter of heart (got what I was looking for) and pleased that I, a father who has precious little time to go to real shops, managed to contribute to my little ones happiness.

This is quite a small shop that only seems to sell ELC products so if you are looking for other…read morebranded named toys you need to shop elsewhere. Saying that some of their toys are excellent and very reasonably priced. It also has quite a selection of educational products and toys and I do tend to shop here if I am looking for these particular products. I find this particular store quite difficult to move round in as it is so small and if there are people with pushchairs it can prove very difficult especially as they also tend to have products on the floor that you have to steer yourself round. It has some lovely little touches such as a rear room with a Thomas Set that the children can play with and there is usually a garage or some other toy to keep them entertained also. Only problem is it can be hell trying to get them out! I feel this store is aimed at the younger children as there do not seem to be many items that would be suitable for over 8 year's of age. Staff are very helpful and friendly and you are not usually waiting round to get served for too long.

this is a good shop if you want to get a kiddy a fab pressie that is a little bit more personel,…read moreonly problem is that it is very small and doesnt stock a huge ampont of things, so if you see something here i would say buy it as they do tend to run out of stock very quick. i always go here to get my kids sing along music tapes and books, they also do a good range of toys for little babies, things like rattles and bricks etc.. the staff are very helpful here so if you cant find what you want ask and they will let you know if it can be ordered

The range of toys and items in this shop is very varied - you can find things here you never knew…read moreexisted before. All very fun and entertaining. The building is welcoming and brightly coloured, and the staff are entertaining and friendly to customers. The items range in price from 40p erasers to more expensive toys and oddities, but all seeming reasonably good value.

Very quirky shop with great staff who are playing with the items on sale…read more The things on sale are different to most shops. Chocolate mushrooms and chocolate potatoes!! Toy fluffy cats and dogs that look like they are breathing! Staff were great, one spent 10 minutes changing a battery for me.

This is a really inventive idea and I took my son here for his first proper teddy…read more The shop if very colourful and staff very friendly. First your child choses from a selection which teddy they want (my ds chose a cat) then you can buy a sound to put in your teddy we chose a miaowww of course which was placed inside his paw. When pressed the cat them makes a miaw sound. Then a little heart is placed inside the teddy and the child is asked to give the heart a cuddle to place all it's love inside (awwwwwww). The teddy is then stuffed and the child can participate in this by pressing the handle down with their foot and you can see the stuffing going in and your teddy 'coming to life'. After your teddy is stuffed there is a little table where you can comb and brush teddy's hair and there is a large selection of clothes you can buy him which you can dress them in at the store if you like. There are mirrors dotted around so teddy can see just how good he looks in his new togs. You then go and get teddy's Birth Certificate by entering his name and other details onto a computer. The staff are fantastic and make it really special for the children and teddy is packed away in a little cardboard house for the child to take home.

Fantastic shop for all those with a love of soft cuddly toys! my children absolutely love this shop…read moreand it appeals to all ages. Great for a special present such a new baby,birthday present etc.Lots of lovely teddies to choose from and almost every item of clothing,accessories you could ever want for your new cuddly friend. The staff are always helpful and very friendly and welcoming.Lots of nice touches you can add to make the cuddly toy extra special such as pre recorded messages or you can record your very own special message. I think the bears/animals are good value for money but the clothing is quite expensive. Lovely quality and lots of choice.Well worth visiting.

Debenhams is one of those stores that you walk round but hardly ever buy anything I think! Well…read morethat's what I tend to do anyway. There are a vast array of different departments but I can't help feeling that everything is just overpriced and over rated.

The Debenhams at the Festival Place is a fairly large department store covering three floors. It…read morehas all the basics that Debenhams do, luggage, clothing for men, women, and kids, housewares, electronics, toys, perfume, jewellery, etc. It's kept in pretty good shape, clean and tidy. Things are generally in the area they are supposed to be. The staff are generally helpful and polite - of course there are always those who are the exception to the rule. The store is generally not hugely busy and when it is they do a pretty good job of making sure they put the extra staff on the floor and on the cash registers.

I think tk maxx is a bit like marmite. you either love it or you hate it!? im one of the lovers, I…read moream a fan of bargains and dont mind hunting for them! this store is huge, on two floors its hidden in a corner in the shopping centre but once found, never forgotten! All ladies clothes and footwear on the ground floor and upstairs is the childrenswear, toys and baby equipment as well as menswear and homewear. store is generally clean and tidy, lots of tills and staff friendly and helpfull.

I love TK Max. I dislike TK Max Basingstoke and would recommend shoppers opt for the much larger…read morestores which may not be layed out as neatly, but house a lot more stock with more bargain prices than I was able to find in Basingstoke. I am a self admitted cheap skate and bargain hunter, so if you've money to burn head out to Basingstoke, if you prefer a well found bargain discovered when digging through piles of carboot style clobber then find your nearest TK and schedule a day trip. To find the best bargains, 1 must invest time. :)

Great store to visit, located in Chinheam Centre. Newspapers and a wide range of magazines is…read moreavailable, also cards and stationary. You can also purchase toys, plush cuddly toys and music, books, grocery items and chilled sandwiches, soft drinks. This store is forever changing so if your looking for something different take a look inside. The store has numerous advantages to mention including Paypoint, National Lottery and Instants. Located at the rear of the premesis is a Post Office for all your postage needs and bill payments etc.. Also has a cashpoint on the outside and a photobooth and business card printing machine on the inside. A very pleasent store to visit exceptional customer service and cheerfull staff.