Ladies clothes, children's clothes, shoes and accessories in this branch of a nationwide chain. The…read moreprices are higher than in other fashion shops in the shopping centre but they do have some very nice children's clothes. They tend to be of the traditional boy=blue, girl=pink designs but they usually have unisex clothing in yellow/beige/white as well. There's a good selection of accessories as well as a range of women's clothing. You don't tend to see many trendy young people in the store but a lot of the clothes are good classic pieces that are very suitable for work. Staff are pleasant and chatty.

A mid priced range of clothing comprising ladies and childrens wear. Most of the clothing is…read moretraditional wear as opposed to high fashion and is aimed at a more mature market. The quality of the clothes is good however and their childrenswear is lovely, especially the baby clothes of which they have a good range. The shop is easy to get around, even with a buggy and they have changing facilities.

The website's layout makes it simple to locate precisely what you need. It is well laid out at all…read moretimes.

Quite a large Next on this retail park with more free parking which is always fantastic! The store…read moreis very well laid out, the staff always smart looking and in general a clean and tidy store. When Next hosts their sales they certainly pull in the crowds by offering upto 75% off their items! A variety of stock ranging from mens and womens clothes, kids clothes and plenty of homeware items aswell!

Lovely little shop, like going into someones walk-in-wardrobe good for accessories like belts and…read morebags. Some nice dresses and skirts too.

Principles are quite an expensive store, aimed at the mature upmarket female audience. The branch…read morein Eldon Square is always quite empty when I have passed it. It is quite a large branch and stocks a lot of the range. Personally I find their stuff a little boring for my tastes, but you can get some nice tailored workwear in there which could be worn by any age group. They also give 10% student discount like all of the Arcadia group stores and they have some decent promotional events where they give 20% off everything. It's not really a shop that I would rush to for a party outfit or whatever, but if you're looking for decent quality well-fitting trousers, shirts or suits, then it is the place to go.

Big Mackays store (known now as M & co) with good range of womens clothes, shoes accessories and…read morechildrens clothes. Women's range at street level with small changing area at back of shop (not entirely discreet!). Clothes are reasonably priced for their good quality. Most clothes are aimed at slightly older ladies although there are some basic clothing items that would suit all ages. Bigger size range at the back of the store beside lingerie. Staff are helpful and polite. Children's range on another floor, accessable by stairs. Frequent sales in this store.

M&Co - formally Mackeys - a nice shop with a range of clothing for adults and kids - can be pricey…read moreon some items compared to elsewhere. A good cafe upstairs to use and one of few shops in Ashington that is on more than one floor and has a lift for customers to use. Possibly an under estimated shop and one can pass without looking in when possibly should check out. Not one of the big named brands but have a good range for kids (on one floor) and good range of for baby clothes from birth up over.

A lovely selection of clothing at this well known high street store, which is conveniently located…read moreright in the middle of town, near the entrance to the Eldon Square shopping centre, close to car parking, Metro stops and bus links. It is a mid sized store, quite narrow so can be difficult to negotiate on a busy Saturday and especially challenging with a pushchair. The range of clothing is good, but aimed primarily at a youthful market and those with more money to spend than the average. Value for money is average as prices are quite high but quality is in general quite good and the clothes are very attractive. It has a mix of high fashion items and more classic pieces but they have a really lovely range of cocktail type dresses.

The set up of the shop is quite nice as well as the staff being friendly. There are also many new…read moretrends to pick from as the fashion trends change throughout the year. The only criticism that I have is the fact that the prices are too high and do not reflect the quality of clothing that you receive. I once bought a top for £32 pound, I had it a couple of weeks and it developed a hole in the sleeve I was not happy.

Lovely card shop with plenty of choice. Stationary items also for sale, gifts for all occasions,…read morestamps, and a small children's section. Lovely, friendly staff.

A lovely shop, and some of the staff have been there for years. Every time of card and gift…read moreimaginable, and always something different when you need something special for any occasion.

This New Look store is just right! It gets the balance right between the departments and it is easy…read moreto navigate, despite being massive. The first time I went to Eldon Square, I thought that this was the anchor tenant because of how sheer the size was from outside. I was proven wrong however by the huge branches of John Lewis, Fenwick and Marks & Sparks later in the centre. The mens department is large and they have the best selection out of any New Look store I've visited. Most city centre stores are messy, claustrophobic and dark but this new shop is bright, fabulous and modern. It is on 3 floors and there is easy access between them with a staircase, escalators and even a lift providing access to the upper floors. (Unlike the old store) The accessories bit is great as well and I always end up making some last minute purchases when I'm queuing! Not a great layout. I read an article that shops put the essentials at the back/on a high floor so that you go through the whole shop. Well it certainly works alright!