This is a super garden centre. It really is a destination venue. They have a wonderful selection…read moreplants. Although they may be a little bit dearer than most places you are paying for quality. They also have good ideas for gifts especially if want to find something a little different. There are selection of food counters and the butcher is very good. We usually stop and have a cup of coffee as there is a lovely airy restaurant.

The Orange Tree stocks a massive range of cookware, the shop is rammed with such a variety of stuff…read moreits ideal both if you need a present for someone who enjoys cooking, or you're just looking for something for your own kitchen. The staff are also very helpful and will help you find what you're looking for.

looks like a very small shop from the front but goes back quite far. They stock a wide range of…read morecookware, some of the range is modern stuff. its quite expensive but the staff are very helpful and friendly

Lovely Paperchase store on Canterbury high street. Well laid out with plenty of space to wander…read moreround. They have a massive selection of stationary, greetings cards, post cards, wrapping paper, photo frames etc. Paperchase does really funky items and also really classy stylish items. At this time of year they also do beautiful, original christmas tree decorations.

Really great Paperchase store. Nicely laid out. Staff always busy changing and updating stock. Lots…read moreof great stationary items and gifts. Brilliant for something a bit different. Lots of patterns and matching items to make up sets.

MK One was located on the lower half of the high street near Wallis. It sold cheap teenage fashions…read moreand was very good value for money, especially for basic items of clothing such as vest tops, t-shirts etc. Some of the merchandise especially the bags and jewellery looked quite cheap and tacky. The service was never very good. Shop has now closed down.

Lovely little florists in Broadstairs and the flowers are so fresh. Really friendly and helpful…read morestaff and a great eye for flower arrangements.

I had flowers for my aunties funeral from here, great service and so helpful especially as I didnt…read moreknow what I wanted, the arrangement I had was so nice that the family were asking me where I had them from, brilliant work. Came highly recommended by a florist in Swansea, have to remember to thank them.

This shop is a real treasure trove - its all cheap (costume) jewellery but its perfect if you have…read morebought an outfit and want some jewellery to match - they have every style and colour you could imagine and you don't need to worry about spending too much. The store layout is organised by colour which is handy too. Gets a bit squashy at busy times so best to go during the week (and when you've got plenty of time to survey all of the goodies!). Well worth a visit.

Troll is a shop specifically for jewellery, hairbands and accessories. The shop is crammed full of…read morestuff and it can be difficult to look around but there is definitely something for everyone here. Some of the stock is quite cheap and tacky looking but they also have some amazing costume jewellery. The prices are all very reasonable, especially compared to places like Accessorize or Topshop jewellery.

Baby love is a fantastic nursery store, stocking a wide range of furniture, prams, car seats, toys…read moreand accessories such as changing bags. They supply all the leading brands and have a wide range of goods in stock and on display. They will order any items not available in stock and also provide a free delivery service in the local area. The staff are very friendly.