When fitting a ring doorbell, I managed to lose a small screw, not only did they have the correct…read morethread, the very helpful Lady, cut it to length and only charged me 20p! I thought the service was excellent and would recommend. I only problem is that I don't live in Oxford, fitting the doorbell for my son.

A useful hardware shop right in the centre of Kidlington. It may be more expensive than the big DIY…read moresuperstores but they are on the other side of Oxford. If you only need one thing it is probably just as cheap to come here and far easier. And they sell things individually so if you only want 1 screw to finish a job but it has to be an exact size then this is a far better option.

This is a smallish store (by US standards) but has a very wide variety of household products. I…read moreagree with a previous reviewer who describes it as an old fashioned hardware store. I ended up finding the cable ties that I needed, after searching many other stores. The staff was helpful and directed me to the product I needed. I will keep it in mind as I did not know about it before.

A small but well stocked hardware / building supply store in the middle of Oxford. Robert Dyas is…read morea bit hard to locate as its on a back street of Oxford and around the corner. This is the kind of store I have in my hometown in the US. Just like here, even though they're small they've probably got what you need. I bought gardening tools their. They didn't have tools for a large garden but small ones perfect for the back yard.

The DIY shop is one of if not the best DIY shop i've been in. The staff are friendly, and will…read morealways try and understand what you want. You can also go in and talk about what you think you need, and they will give you suggestion and ideas on how to do things quicker, cheaper and more robustly. You can buy single or multiple screws, in just about every size and thread, and everything i've ever needed has been in stock - from bird food to cable to key cutting and paint. They cut pieces of wood to specific dimensions for a small amount of money, and this makes most things much easier. They work in both metric and imperial measurements. It is a great place for whatever odds and ends you may ever need.

I love this shop! They have a very wide variety of things that are difficult to get and in the past…read moreI have bought plants, kitchen supplies, padlocks, screw drivers, plugs, lightbulbs, sewing paraphinalia.. the list is endless :) I have even been there a few times to get keys cut! It seems to have a little bit of everything and to top it all it is a family run business that has been there for years and years. The customer service is very good and the staff are extremely knowledgable and the best thing is it reminds me a little bit of the shop in 'Open all hours'. Would definatley recommend.

I've resorted to Headington Homewares numerous times when in need of the odd bit that's not…read moreavailable at the supermarket (or sometimes even Homebase and B&Q). Mostly they have been able to supply the item, and when not, been very helpful in suggesting alternative places that may stock it. We have also bought several plants from them. Quality is better than a discount store, and range of useful items is about as good. Moreover, service is friendly and very competent.

This Homebase is tucked away behind the West Way and that makes it more welcoming than the one in…read moresay Abingdon. The staff were extremely helpful and patient and they always get someone to bring heavier items out to your car. The homewares section is worth a look as some of their things cost less than competitors' goods. All in all great service and good selection in everything from garden furniture to door mats.

Given the price of the houses in Woodstock you won't be surprised to hear that you can find some…read moregood quality clothes hidden in the racks of this well stocked charity shops. It has twice provided the goods for dressing up days at school: a Chinese New Year outfit and several Hawaiian shirts. They also sell birthday cards which goes someway to reconciling me to paying a couple of quid for something that will be on display for a week and then thrown away. At least I know the money has gone to a good cause.