Debenhams is always my first stop when i'm looking for anything. They sell menswear, perfume, bags…read moreand jewellery downstairs, as well as having a Game in the store too, then up the escelator (or lift) to womenswear, homewear, underwear and kids wear. They have a cafe too, up a fllight of stairs from womenswear, or up in the lift. The womenswear section has a dorothy perkins, wearhouse, principals and oasis as well as the Debenhams brands such as Rocha John Rocha, Red Herring and my favourite, Julien Macdonald. They regularly have sales of upto 70% off, and it's definately woth catching these early for quality items at bargain prices. The Debenhams Classic section of the store is great for cheap basics, although these items aren't the most beautiful ever, they will be the start of a staple wardrobe. I recently bought a grey pencil skirt for less than £10. It's perfect for work! There is a free personal shopper in the lincoln store, who you can book in advance. She's very good, knowing quickly what will suit you, and she's not at all pushy like some sales women are. She's not intimidating either, I went to her after i put on a lot of weight, i'd gone upto a size 18/20 and didn't know what suited me anymore and she was so kind and patient and showed me so many ways to dress up basic items so i could have a whole new wardrobe without spending much (she even offered to take me out and show me lincoln because i said i'd just moved!) It's a lovely big store, and although it's not really cheap, when the sales are on, some real bargains can be had. They're also very accommodating when it comes to returns of faulty goods etc.

Situated in St Marks Close to the city centre and the university is one of my favourite department…read morestores. It has a massive range of products; perfumes and cosmetics, watches, jewellery, clothes - mens, womens and childrens, lingerie, toys and games, household goods - cutlery, pots, pans, fabrics, in fact all the sorts of things you'd expect to find in a department store. In Grimsby we have a rather nice House of Fraser Store but I do prefer to come to Lincoln to go to Debenhams because it has everything House of Fraser have and more, it's also laid out better - it almost has a bazaar feel to it with lots of little nooks and crannies where bargains are often to be found, the staff are great too. I must not forget to mention the store restaurant - it blows most other department store restaurants away. The choice is pretty good and the prices aren't bad at all. The layout is pretty good and it is fairly sizeable too, so even when it's busy you can usually find a table and the staff are brilliant - which when you've got a child with you who suddenly decides they are hungry you need fast helpful service and that's exactly what you get.

Although Marks and Spencer is seen as one of the elite battle ships of retail, my personal…read moreexperiences have never been especially good. There are that many people who walk slowly thorugh the central walk way that it takes a long time to get down to the food hall. The staff I feel do their best to cope, however there simply arent enough tills in M&S. Particularly in the food section. The food is expesive but generally worth it (especially the raspberry royal). The security guard in the Lincoln brach is creepy, he seems to follow anyone who doesnt walk with a stick or own a mobility scooter.

Good service..used bay.i was using it to buy a pair of socks. My feet were cold, so I popped in.It…read morewas quite convenient.

Just be aware anyone localsor visitors that drives to and shops at the TK Maxx store on the…read moreTritton Road in Lincoln could be hit with a £60 - £100 fine for parking . TK Maxx says the cark park there is nothing to do with them but they actually benefit from it . My wife shops there regularly and was recently hit with a £60 fine to be paid within 14 days . On average she spends £1000-£2000 a year in this store . She wont be shopping there again . I've appealed the fine and emailed the store as well as their Head Office in London as well as the Council and the Lincoln Conservative MP ( no response ) and left comments on Nextdoor website mostly have been supportive . I intend to fight this fine and if need be parade around this store with a placard . A tip . Don't shop there

As someone who visits a LOT of TK Maxxes, I can say that this is one of the best that they have…read more It was only built a couple of years ago, to replace the very cramped old one next to Mothercare, and the improvement is vast. It is large and spacious, with a mezzanine section housing menswear and homewares upstairs. There's a lift available, and loads of free parking. My main gripe is having to use £1 coin for a trolley. In most stores they'll lend you one, but in Lincoln you're stuffed if you don't have cash on you! Very annoying if, like me, you were planning on filling it with bargains and end up having to carry everything over your arm. Such a minor issue but major inconvenience, so be warned: take a quid with you!

Appalling customer service, asked a shop assistant for help to find a coat I'd seen on the website…read more Responded it could be anywhere mate I ain't seen any green parkas. The shop assistant was stood within 5 meters of 2 different green parkas I had just looked at. He clearly couldn't be bothered helping so I walked straight out.

I checked out this location as I needed some jewellery and shoes for an event. They had a very…read morenice selection of clothing, shoes and fashion accessories available. The staff were super friendly and approachable, as I had to ask a staff member their opinion. The store is surrounded by other retail businesses and has lots of parking available.

I often visit Poundland in Lincoln as its a great shop for many needs…read more They have everything you can think of in the shop and often do some great things. Lately i have seen Charles Worthington Shampoo and conditioner available, they also cover things from pregnancy tests, condoms, household cleaners, wallpapers, toys, food and art items. A must for whoever wants to find a bargain.

Cheap and cheerful, it does what it says on the tin…read more Ideal for Haloween and christmas decorations, and for some toiletries as well. Its not on my regular shopping route but it gets my vote for the fact it can still offer items for £1 in the current climate of economic turndown.

The ultimate shop in Lincoln, selling almost everything from a light bulb to pick n mix sweets for…read morekids. Although the shop is starting look old and in need of a facelift, it does its job. There are plenty of tills, however its rare that there are enough staff to fill them all and keep the ques down. If you are on your lunch break, you do try to avoid wilkos because its uses up a lof of your time. Almost everything is very good value and there are usually usefull offers which in the current credit crunch can really help.

Now Wilkos has started selling food it offers just about everything you could need for the house…read moreand garden. There are two floors packed full of greatly priced essentials and a few extras too.