Venture Portraits is somewhere to go and get a family portrait with a difference. The pictures are…read morestylish and contemporary with a white backdrop. It is an excellent place to get family picture taken or pictures of the kids. It is very pricey, but offers something that bit different.

We visited Venture in Darlington, after being given one of their packs as a gift…read more The shoot itself was wonderful and the photographer was excellent with my 3 year old son and really made it fun for him. The photos are very very expensive, which came as quite a shock to us but we still ordered some prints at the viewing, as they were so lovely. The staff are very friendly and helpful and answer any questions you have. A great experience for all the family.

Boyes sells a bit of everything but I go there mainly to buy material and craft bits 'n' bobs. Some…read moreof their items are bargain prices but others can be found cheaper elsewhere so it depends if you're in the mood to shop around. This particular Boyes is ok but the staff always seem a bit moody and not very willing to help (they expected me to reach up and take down a huge roll of material by myself!)

Boyes Boyes who could live without a boyes!!! Set on 2 two floors this store has the usualy…read morefantastic priced items for your home, beauty and clothing needs. Because of the amount of items the shop stocks it can be quite tight to get around the shelves but you wont be dissapointed!!! There is a great section upstairs with lots of material just perfect for dressing up needs and lots of buttons and braiding you can imagine. The health and beauty items available are such good prices and lots are well known makes! The sweets are often of offer , the children toy section is good although you never know what is going to be in. Go here and you will usually find you will not leave without opening your purse!

Have used this carpet store & the one next door a few times. They have a have a good selection of…read moretop notch & cheap to go carpets at reasonable prices.

Very easy to work with, outstanding craftsmanship and quality. Attention to detail is unbelievable…read more Phenomenal tool for someone who loves outdoors or a collector. The leather work is also top notch.

excellent spacious card shop situated in the cleveland centre next to wh smith's there is a massive…read morechoice of all type of occasion crds to choose from in this shop always well staffed with staff always ready to help find the right card for you, also the prices are very competitive and cheap but the quality of the cards is second to none would not visit any other card shop in middlesbrough due to the quality and price

A lovely family firm of Jewsellers - if they dont have what you want they will find it for you…read more They always have an excellent window display and prices are very good. They also do insurance valuations and repair jewels and watches.

This branch of Home Bargains is located in the Castelgate Centre, at the end near Wilkinsons, sort…read moreof opposite Holland & Barratts. It's a nice little shop for a bargain. Have to admit, I prefer the branch at Coulby Newham, but maybe that's just because I'm more familiar with it. They sell all kinds of bargains, from household items and kitchenware, to toys and games. They also sell bedding, and I've been lucky and bought children's character duvet sets here for about £9.99 when they were over £15 everywhere else! They also stock food items - mostly tinned food, or coffee or biscuits, the kind of thing that doesn't really go off. You will generally find these food items are a little closer to their sell by dates than you would get in the big supermarkets, but they are nevertheless still within the dates, so ok to use, and much cheaper.

Home Bargains sells a good range of general home accessories and general food products. Range is…read moresubject to change and in general, is always different each time you visit. Service is excellent and the staff to customer ratio is good, and staff are friendly. Great place to find cheap items especially quality pans and cutlery. Choice is quite poor, but good basic items.

This is a relatively new store to the area, where as b&q & focus have been here for some time. As…read morewith most DIY stores it's light & spacious. It has two levels, upstairs is kitchen & bathrooms. Downstairs is general DIY, paint tools etc. I find it in the middle of the Market when it comes to price & quality of goods. At Xmas they have a good selection of lights etc. As a bonus they do give nectar points with purchases & the staff always ask if you have a card so as not to miss out if you collect them. Fair sized car park with easy access to local bypass & main routes. It's very close to a couple of discount carpet places & that particular area is being developed with two new super Market superstores. Preferred store for me in this area.