I love the big displays they often have in here, usually LEGO related, and their supermarket-style…read more"3 for 2" offers are great as well. Nice big shop with plenty of variety in store, and room to play on the toys... I mean "make sure they're suitable for the kids". It can be a little scruffy at times, but I guess that's the price you pay for running a business that attracts young children!

Toys R Us really is a toy emporium! I don't think there is another store quite like it in the UK…read moreand the store on Helen Street is exceptionally huge! If you are looking for a toy and Toys R Us doesn't sell it, it probably doesn't exist! The store is divided into toys for girls, boys, babies and preschool children. There is also the games wall where you'll find all manner of board games and jigsaws. I am a big fan of the construction wall which consists of a plethora of lego and meccano type toys which would keep kids and adults amused for hours! There are also multimedia toys such as Wii and PS3 games and Hannah Montana TV sets. I love the Universe of Imagination section in Toys R Us also which contains learning toys such as leapfrog computers and arts and crafts. Toys R Us also has a good selection of kids and adults bikes which they can build for you in the shop. Although most of the Babies R Us stand alone stores have closed down the Toys R Us store on Helen Street contains a Babies R Us department within it. This sells cots, buggies, breast pumps, all sorts! Be warned, if you take your kids into this store they may never let you leave!

The Toy Shop is a lovely little addition to the scenic Clydeside town of Helensburgh…read more I am aware I have given quite harsh reviews to other local businesses in the area but thankfully this place merits a good one. With four nieces and nephews under the age of two who all have more toys than they can handle, I know how difficult it is to find something they will love that they don't already have. But on my first visit to the Toy Shop, I immediately spotted a few things I could buy them. This isn't one of those bohemian toy shops that is more for adults than children. Definitely worth a visit if you have little ones.

Meticulously set up and beautifully presented, the Toy Shop is an integral part of the traditional…read morehigh street feel which resonates across West Clyde Street. Stocking a wide range of goodies for kids aged 0-12, it's not only young children who love this place, but also adults who recognise the rarity of an independently owned toy business in this day in age. In fact, how about adding a rocking horse for those over 6ft so we can have a shot as well?

When I saw around the Phoenix that there was a Smyths opening I was intrigued as the only other one…read moreI'd seen was at the Glasgow Fort. Curiosity got the better of me and I decided to pop in and see what it was all about. Inside it looks like high rows (even for me at 6ft +) of toys, games, cuddly toys etc. There is a large range of Lego (sometimes in places you don't expect), Disney and film related goods (Star Wars, Minnions, etc) for all ages of kids, even board games. In comparison to the Glasgow Fort branch (which I believe is being revamped), this store appears to be a lot bigger (not that you could tell by the tiny store front) with a wider range of items, some of which I didn't expect including items for babies, bikes and 'ride on' cars etc for younger children. I also noticed some interesting items close to the tills (most of which were unmanned at the time) and some kids party items such as balloons, paper plates, wrapping paper, etc just behind. I'll definitely pop back when I need something for my wee nephew or my god daughter, when the usual shops don't have whatever if the latest craze.

I just happened to walk by this shop and couldn't help being sucked into it. I didn't expect such…read morea massive manga and anime shop in Glasgow. Lots of books, character goods, costumes and clothes and toys... Be warned, you better have good self restrain or you may go broke here!!

Tryes to sell some pokemon cards and thw cards where rear and it was £6.56 cash or £15 store credet…read moreand every thing is too expencive

I was on a roll (not the bread type of course) with some shopping for two of my friend's wee ones…read more Funnily enough they are sisters so I was buying for cousins, one just born and other just turning 2 years old. Awww! Fun for me as they are boys and I do like shopping for boys toys. I was working my way through various baby clothes shops and remembered that Hamleys was in the St Enoch's Centre. It's in the newly upgraded part of St Enoch's, where TK Maxx used to be. I was gutted when it went but I have to say I do like Hamleys. It's like walking into a giant play area, designed by Willy Wonka but you'll find no chocolate here. Alas Willy had no imput and some dreamtastic person came up with this wonderland for kids and big kids too. Hello! I had been to the London store many many years ago, which felt like it had endless floors of toys. This is only one floor but it is pretty big, colourful, bright and full to the brim of toys. I have to say I do find it a tad expensive and stay away from the Steiff Bears unless you got the money to burn. Excellent quality but by joe, very expensive. I wandered round and round, I did get a bit lost. Aaah giant elephant and giraffe! I managed to find myself in the book section and found some pretty cool books and a there was a wee sale on. Yas! I thought I'd stick to a wee outfit and book for them both. Needless to say all parents involved were happy with my purchases, this is including mine as there were contributing to the presents. Yay! I believe there's a room for kids to have parties in too. The staff are all very happy, I went when it was quiet one morning and the staff were still cheery and entertaining with playing with toys. What a job eh?! Awesome toy shop and much fun!

A gorgeous big toy store filled with goodies for old and young. When you walk inside, you are met…read moreby a life sized cuddly elephant and giraffe, that you can't help but give a wee rub and contemplate contemplate climbing up on top of, however I resisted for fear of being thrown out (or thrown off by these life-sized lovelies). Every corner you turn, there are battery operated bunnies hopping around you and excited children, agog at the bright and colourful creations that surround them. As I scanned the aisles to find my boyfriend, past the wandering children and bouncing bunnies, I was amused to see that he was the biggest kid of all, wandering aimlessly with wide eyes and a big grin on his face as he was overwhelmed boy the amazing toys all around him. My very favourite part of the experience was the top hat wearing Hamley's mascot, who was joyfully coming down the escalator, waving to everyone, belting out 'Don't Stop Believin' at the top of his voice. Priceless.

This place is dangerous! Don't try to walk past and ignore it with kids, or some adults (i.e me)…read more I could easily spend my wages in here, on my niece (Smurf) obviously (cough, cough). I was in yesterday enquiring about being able to open the store. This is an actual thing. I found out yesterday at 3pm and headed straight to the store to see if it was real. I spoke to a cast member who directed me to a manager. I have Smurf at the end of November so was chancing it to see if a space was available, they looked but sadly not. They book 3 months in advance for this event, but it is available every day, it doesn't seem to be restricted. Good to know as Smurfs birthday is in June (and mine in March) I was on my lunch break so didn't get to browse much this time, but there will be other times. I can guarantee this.

I vividly remember how I spent my first best friend's 7th birthday. We were driven to Glasgow by…read moreher parents for the sole purpose of visiting The Disney Store. After much shopping, some purchasing with our pocket money and a little post-shopping food, we happily dozed off in the car home. Although I've grown up, Disney still remains slightly magical and I know my little five-year-old cousin (who truly believes she is going to be a princess one day) would adore this store as much today as I did all those years ago. It is full of disney gifts from soft toys to dressing up costumes and often has deals on Disney DVDs. Sadly some fantastic items are just too expensive for what they are and you are paying for the Disney branding. However, a must-go for those with young children or perhaps overgrown kiddies like myself - a Disney wonderland.

Always worth a browse, this is a great shop stuffed full of lots of bargain books (both hardback…read moreand paperback) for all the family. There is also a good range of stationery, art supplies, craft items, stickers, pens, toys, CDs, DVD sets and much more besides. You can often buy good value calendars (some lovely ones on sale there yesterday) and there are many lovely gifts to put underneath your Christmas tree!

Deceiving. They make it seem like you'll receive hard copies of books - they even scam you by…read morecharging shipping. It's written in very fine print and easy to miss that you'll be receiving digital copies.

This is an interesting wee place. Where Forbidden Planet and A1 Comics know they have a monopoly on…read morethe comic book market in Glasgow, this little shop has somewhat taken the wind out of their sales. It is basically a walk in warehouse. It offers comics, toys, action figures, DC & Marvel figurines and has a growing number of customers worldwide. Buying comics can be a bit of an emotional minefield and not one I know a great deal about but the folk in here seem to know what they are talking about and do all they can to help you. They know my friend in there by name, which probably says more about him than it does about them :) Red Hot Comics has a real growing reputation amongst comic book lovers in Glasgow.