This is a sports store but it also has a wide range of toys. They also have a section at the back…read moreof the store which is aimed at hobbies of all sorts. The shop also sell the uniforms for the schools in the local area. The store is a little old fashioned and is also on the expensive side. The sports section is good covering lots of sports including the more unusual sports. They only have two changing rooms which are poorly lit.

This is a great shop, it sells toys, sports wear and equipment, school uniform for the local…read moreschools, there is a separate department for modelling and collectable bits like scaletrix and hornby etc. The staff are very knowledgeable in their departments and know where everything is located.

I love Freespirit. It's not the cheapest place, but it's a bit less pricey than some of the other…read moresurfer/skater stores, and it's got some really nice casual clothes. I particularly like the summery skirts, although I can't seem to quite get the right size. The staff are very friendly and happy to recommend things and have a chatter. They have some nice backpacks which are great if you like to cycle around Oxford - easier to carry than a satchel or a shouler bag. The best thing, though, is the flipflops! They really are the comfiest in the world, and worth every penny. They sell lots of flipflops, but you'll know the ones I mean the second you try them on. They also do them in different sizes, which is definitely worth looking for. Top tip: Buy your summer stuff for next year at the end of the season; it's much cheaper and simple bikinis, sandals and summery accessories won't go out of fashion from one year to the next.

Situated along the High Street in Ely City Centre , Paul Days has an old fashioned feel to it …read more They sell a huge variety of sports wear and equipment , as well as all the local school uniforms and brownie, scout etc wear. Its a one stop shop when kitting your child out for many clubs , schools and activities. The staff are charming and give everyone their special attention to ensure you get the products right. If they don't have it in stock they will do their best to get it in for you. There is a no quibble money back as well if the items are not right.

Old fashioned shop yes, but they cater extremely well for the sports enthusiast and mums shopping…read morefor kids. Really polite helpful staff who go the extra mile. As mentioned before great for Brownie uniforms etc and extras if shopping for a themed gift Brownie & Rainbow dolls, bears, notepads etc. Best of all competitively priced roller skates in an accessible fitting area. Wish they had a website with opening times etc on it if nothing else but they always answer the phone if you ring with a question!

Nike factory outlet.. The have great stuff here its all Nike branded and it very very reasonable…read moreprices. Its not the latest designs or styles but its like last season or ex stock they can't sell. Mens Trainers average in from £20-40 a pair depending on discount amount. Good if u wanna by a few pairs in one go. Good for gym clothing men's shorts £5-10 tops £10-20. Stock is limited so go grab yourself a bargain. Parking outside costs £1.60 for two hours and cheaper for 30 minutes.

From Running to Rugby, and Badminton to Bouls, there is prety much any piece of sporting equipment…read moreyou could want from this shop (or the website if it's not in stock) I find that alot of the central sports shops only deal in the more mainstream sporting goods and equipment, more specifically football and semi casual sports wear. Doug Hillard is good if your after something that is a little bit more specialist. Also for all the budding and fresh new teams out there they also do a design embroidery service. So you can design your own team logo and email/give it to them and they can see what they can do in terms of creating it and placing it on some sports wear/equipment. Go on, get that proffesional look for your team!

I enjoy sports to a certain extent. I like a bit of squash or rugby for instance, and I don't mind…read morewatching a bit on the TV. An entire shop, however, dedicated to sporty stuff is a bit much for me. For those that aren't too overwhelmed and are in need of some good quality kit, head down to Doug Hillard's. From swimming to soccer to cricket all the kit, balls, bags and supplies you could ever need are all down here. They keep it local too supplying local teams with their kit and some Bristol Rovers merchandise. If it's kit you need they run a little T shirt printing bit on the side, make an already able store a little better.

Ironically, this ugly warehouse-style building by the side of an urban road contains everything you…read moreneed to enjoy the great outdoors. It's recently been taken over and the new manager is really friendly and has introduced some new ranges, so it's well worth a visit. As the name suggests, the focus is on outdoors clothing and equipment, so expect fleeces, walking trousers, raincoats and walking boots. There's also a good range of camping equipment, ranging from tents to caravan gear, camping stove and dubious looking mountain food. Think Millets, but bigger. If you're not used to outdoor shops, it's great fun looking at the gadgets like 'sporks' (half spoon, half fork) and 'platypuses' (water bladders in backpacks with a giant straw). If you are used to outdoor shops, you'll be bound to find something here. I must confess to being a bit of an outdoors snob, but there are some really good bargains here, especially with waterproofs, and you can't go wrong with generic camping bits and bobs. There's even a new and improved rock climbing section with all the basics. It's probably the best place for rock shoes and harnesses in the area and the manager can give some very useful advice. There are sections for fishing, running, cycling and even skiing, and whilst this is in no way a specialist shop for any of them, it's big enough to have a reasonable range of basic items to satisfy the enthusiast's immediate needs. Go and buy lots of fun gadgets and look forward to your holidays, when living in a tent suddenly seems like such a fun idea.

A great place if you like the outdoors as the name implies. They have a great range of products and…read morealso offer a price match policy and they honour it. They offer a discount if you purchase one of there discount cards and it can amount to considerable saving for just £4.00 per year.

Great store! I have got size 15 feet and this is the only store I can find trainers in my size for…read moreless than £40! The staff know their stuff and the store has Loads of products to browse at good value. There are usually discounts available on certain brands which can be up to 70% off.

Large selection of discounted sporting goods, including stuff for football (soccer), tennis,…read morecricket, you name it. They also have shoes for running and some with cleats for football. Lots of football jerseys from UK teams - Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United. Most of it is marked down 25%, 40%, even 60%. Great Christmas presents!

Everything you could ever possibly want for any sport. Whether your team needs kit or you want to…read moreget a tin of tennis balls, this is the place you'll find it. Wall to wall sprts clothing of every sort, ceiling to floor sports equiptment and friendly helpful staff. I can't imagine ever needing to go anywhere else but here for anything. This must be a mecca for everyone in the area doing any sport.

I have friends that will travel 20 miles to visit this shop. Simply because they know that the guys…read morehere will be the most likely people to stock decent sport equipment. The staff are friendly and pretty much know what they are talking about. If you are in need of a decent sport shop and not one that just sells fashion kit, then this is the place for you.

One of the many things I love about Gloucester Rd is the huge range of independent shops and…read morebusinesses. There are few other parts of Bristol where you can see fresh local talent really shouldering its way in. Just over a year or so ago now two local lads Sam and Logan started up their very own clothing label. Focussing on the growing styles of snowboard and skate clothing they've come on in leaps and bounds. A lot of the clothing designs have deep roots with local graffiti artists and as a result the prices can be a little steep. Rest assured however that this money is paying for quality and shelf life, and the money is going back to the kids that deserve it, not some fat cat corporation. As big supporters of local up and coming 'urban' music Avalaan get about, getting involved with nights out and local festivals. This is a great shop to pick up some original bits of clothing but you really get the feeling that this goes beyond just a clothes shop - it's a lifestyle.

Avalaan may specialise in sports and ski wear but they're also a great place to stock up with…read morewinter essentials. Heavy duty gloves, woollen gloves and scarves are in abundance here, and it's the perfect shop to protect yourself from the cold. This flagship store also has a great range of t-shirts, posters, shoes and jump suits. The prices are fair for the quality of the clothes, and the shop assistants always smile when you walk through their doors. A lovely shopping experience - better for boys than girls.