A real aladins cave of things for the DIYer and the home. They stock a wide range of lightbulbs and…read moreall sorts of ironmongery items that you just cant seem to get in the large do it all type places. They are family run and are happy to exchange items that are not right, and give advice if you dont know what you want. They seem to have everything and its all neatly displayed with clear prices and well stocked. They have some great offers outside or in the window sometimes on things like brooms, cleaning clothes or bulbs, and there is something nice about getting DIY things wrapped in brown paper bags nostalgia, but still keeping up to date with the modern DIY requirements

There are 2 of these shops pretty much facing each other either side of the street. One sells…read moreeverything garden and DIY related. The other selling a fantastic range of cook and houseware. Both are definately worth a look as they are like little aladdins caves, full of treasures and certain to have what you are looking for! Staff are really knowledgable and are happy to answer any questions you may have or point you in the right direction if you are stuck. Prices are reasonable, no more expensive than anywhere else in the town and generally I've always found there is a really nice atmosphere to both shops.

An excellent traditional ironmongers run very a very helpful chap, an aladins cave of useful items…read morefor the home at garden all at sensible prices

I stayed away from UD for many years because I assumed that they would be super expensive for…read moreeverything [I think they quoted us for fence panels once and they were priced as if they were made of gold, but it was windy season] but when doing my kitchen renovations they were invaluable - they had things in much smaller quantities than Wickes [you could buy individual washers instead of a pack of five, for example] and the staff were knowledgeable, and friendly. Parking is a let down here, but otherwise it's a nice little shop with a lot going on inside.

This place is really a builders supply centre for the trade but they welcome the general public…read moretoo. They have tools for every occasion and unlike the local DIY shed, they made to last and the staff can explain how to use them. They also have a massive range of quality wood and other products which make them the first stop for me when I'm starting a project. Helpfully, they will deliver to the local area if you can't fit your purchases in your car. Their a bit more expensive than the local DIY shed, but there's a clear reason for this. One word of advice - avoid the 'boy' in favour of being served by the older staff... he takes ages to serve you and doesn't yet always know what he's talking about. Brilliant place in all other respects.