This is a tiny wee locksmiths in Bangor that will cut your keys while you wait. Infact they once…read morerepaired my school shoes for free while I waited and threw in a keyring gratis. I stood in one shoe chatting and I was out if the shop before I knew It. I do not know exactly how much it is per key but I know that I was able to afford one key with loose change in my pocket. So it must be cheap as I do not generally have much money.

From the owner: The longest established, family run, professional locksmith firm in Northern Ireland - Master…read moreLocksmith Association Approved Company covering Belfast and surrounding areas

Popped in here yesterday to pick up some electrical terminal blocks to fit a ceiling light, that…read moresounded very professional didn't it? To be honest I only had a vague idea of what I was looking for but the blokes in Castle helped me out as soon as I walked through the door. This is an old school DIY and hardware store - they seem to have everything behind that counter. The good thing about coming here rather than going to a chain shop is that I was able to walk in ask an expert and leave within 5 minutes. I also didn't have to buy anything I didn't need. They stock plumbing, electrical and decorating equipment including paint but I would suggest just going in and speaking to the guys who work there - they couldn't have been more helpful. What's more, the electrical blocks cost me under £2! Great value!

Castle DIY is an independent hardware store on the Antrim Road, just off by the Cavehill Road…read moreintersection. It's a great place for a bit of local knowledge. I'm not a driver so if something goes wrong or I need to get some paint, its hassle to go to one of the big B&Q or the other big stores. The staff have a great knowledge of everything they sell. I needed some orange paint and whilst they didn't have a certain insane colour (not my choice!), but they offered to get it delivered in withouth any extra charge. Pleasant, knowledgeable guys who will go that extra mile to help.

Was having a problem with my car key but it was sorted in less that 30 mins while I shopped. Worked…read more100% and watch battery done at same time. 5 stars!!

Timpson's seem to be popping up all over the place these days and I can understand why - they…read moreexemplify convenience. This branch is located within Tesco's super store in Knocknagoney. Walk in the door, look to your left and there's Timpson. This Timpson is absolute class offering a wide range of services including dry cleaning, key cutting, cobbling and even phone repairs. They offer on the spot key cutting, which is really handy and won't break the bank. The location is excellent with ATM's and on site parking you will be hard pressed to find a better service. The guys working at Timpson know their stuff too and are generally pretty amiable.

Great to get a bit more life out of your shoes. They can repair the whole sole or just the heel or…read moretoe parts , a lot cheaper than replacing good shoes or boots, house keys cut too

Good Dry Cleaners - staff can be a little brusque. Also not cheap.read more