Pros: Solid, well made, great looking, reasonably priced…read more Cons: None so far (2 months) I bought a Trea bed from Metal Design Furniture company. It is a very solid and well made bed. The design is really special and it makes my bedroom look great This is not some ikea flimsy product. This one is solid and feels indestructible. For the money that they charge this is an absolute bargain. Product link: http://www.metaldesign-furniture.co.uk/beds/trea_metal_bed

We commissioned Williams Ridout to produce some bespoke storage furniture for us several years ago…read more(when they were still at Kings Cross), and have since recommended them to three of our friends! They are a great bunch of guys who really love what they do, and subsequently the furniture they produce is second to none. Seriously, if you are looking for a bespoke (high-end!!) furniture design and manufacture company look no further.

After seeing some of their work and viewing their website, we contacted Williams Ridout with…read moreregards to building a television and entertainment unit for our front room. They provide a mighty friendly service and are completely professional and thorough from conception through to manufacture. The level of work and craftsmanship is amazing and I shall certainly be using them again, and recommending them to my friends. Thanks guys.

very rude customer services in the lakeside ikea!! do not use their click and collect as we ordered…read moreand the order didn't come through and we was told the order was there. Then not was a mess no one could answer our questions and the manager was so rude. honestly 5 yrs could run that place better!!!

I'm a fan of cool Scandinavian design so every now and then I make a journey to this huge IKEA…read morelocated in former gravel pits. Unfortunately due to geography and the way Lakeside retail park is laid out. It's not particularly walker friendly. The store is laid out in room style to encourage customers to recreate it rather than buy individual items. However IKEA caters for everyone from gay couples to family units with prices keenly designed to reflect all budgets. All very democratic and equal. The food in the cafe is cheap and fairly tasty but it could be better as everything is made off site before being assembled together insure. The cafe is messy as people don't clear their tables and IKEA keeps staffing levels low. After choosing your goods and before making your way to the checkout. Do take a quick peek at bargain corner. You may find damaged rubbish but you can also buy perfectly good ex display stuff. After the tills, I always look at the Swedish shop where they sell a range of frozen and long life Swedish groceries. I love the blackcurrant cured herrings and the reindeer salami.

Showhouse Furniture specialises in discounted furniture which is all ex-display from show houses…read more There is the opportunity for some real bargains here, some lovely furniture is on offer which would add character to any living room, dining room or bedroom. The prices not the cheapest on the market when you compare them to the likes of Ikea but they are slashed compared to equivalent quality goods on the High Street. The stock varies depending on what they can get hold of and if you are looking to furnish a room, this shop is well worth a look. Access is easy, the shop is down the road from the Broadway and is a 10-15 minute walk from the main bus stops. The best place to park is around the corner in the bowling alley car park. The road is patrolled all the time by traffic wardens so avoid the temptation to pull up outside the shop.

Having been badly let down by furniture village I had to look elsewere for a dining table and…read morechairs set that could be delivered quickly. Not holding out much hope of finding anywhere that could deliver before Christmas I tried koala. They were very helpful and to my surprise were able to deliver to me the following week ! I would definatley use them again.

A great selection of oak and pine furniture with excellent customer service! I had a large unusual…read morespace to fill in my hallway and had my heart set on an oak bookcase, but after visiting countless shops to try and find one that was just the right size I had no luck. Koala were able to make the bookcase exactly how I wanted it and also delivered free of charge. Would definately recommend!

This shop sells home furnishings, furniture, fireplaces, art work and smaller gifts. It is not a…read morevery big shop but they manage to fit alot of stuff in it! I have bought a large dining table and six chairs from there before and had a very pleasant experience from a buyers point of view. The price was very reasonable and I only waited a week for delivery. We asked for a discount for cash and got it. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Would buy from there again in the future and recommend this shop.

excellent value, stylish products, excellent for unusual gifts, always new products & design ideasread more

Branches of Lombok seem to be popping up all over the place. They sell lovely dark wood furniture…read morefrom Asia. These are accessorised with beautiful silk throws and cushions and a lovely selection of accessories. There are never quite enough, but I have found a few lovely gifts here before (there is only so much furniture you can fit into a one-bed flat ). Prices are quite reasonable.

Lovely people and goods, I always discover something new when I visit their site. Given the high…read morequality of the goods, the prices are reasonable.

The showroom doesnt look like its got much in it until you start talking to their staff. Then out…read morecome sixty million books and cuttings and before you know it you have managed to buy that very thing you have been trying to get for the last year in exactly the right colour. I had to wait for it but frankly it was well worth it. Not best for those on a tight budget though.