Technically there was nothing in here I wanted to purchase or would probably ever purchase but…read morenostalgia for a good British High Street experience made me do a little dance when I first saw Dancers. With our high streets continuing to decline due to high rents, the general disarray of the economy and the disposable clothing nature of supermarkets and Primark, I was super happy to see that there is still a place for a shop like Dancers in Halesowen. It reminded me of Buxton and Bonnets where I used to get schools clothes from a different party clothes from as a child. The men's wear and women's wear sections were very targeted to an older audience, with you paying more for a quality item rather than spending little to last three washes. Competing against the high street Asda for the school clothing options I am amazed how Dancers is still going. It's like a one stop shop for older people as there was also a big range of home ware bits and bobs. Keep Dancers going, even if it's just as a local suit hire place for the towns people's weddings, schools proms and formal party functions.

Dancers of Halesowen is my favourite clothes outlet in the Midlands and the…read morewider World.I've shopped at the store for nearly 50 years and it is one of the few constants in a changing Town Centre. The range of quality and affordable menswear and accessories,is matched by helpful and attentive staff who make parting with hard earned cash a pleasure rather than a burden. I will be going to the shop this Wednesday for a winter coat and two pairs of slacks and know I will be satisfied and return in the future (god willing!) As a 188cm 18st man larger sizes are no problem for Dancers. Simon Davies of Hayley Green,Midlands.

The Tollgate Shopping Precinct is a new centre containing a very large Tesco on the main high…read morestreet in Smethwick. The actual precinct is very modern, clean, and has quite a stylish look about it. The staff in the precinct are really nice and friendly and seem to be able to speak many languages which helps with lots of barriers in Smethwick. There is disabled access but unfortunately no car park and so you can either park on the street outside or have a short walk from the local car park.

'Variety' is an understatement. This shops sells bits of everything...and I mean EVERYTHING:…read more Food, fags, drinks, fruit, veg, kitchen utensils, stationery, audio connectors, paint, DIY stuff, lightbulbs, triangular shavehooks, flowers, washing powder and more. The only problem is really that the shop, especially towards the back, is a tip. It's like a whirlwind's hit a Poundland. There are bits of everything, but these bits of everything are everywhere and anywhere. Some stock literally appears to have been thrown onto the shelves and left in the hope it might sort itself out; or that the presence of such an overwhelming variety of stuff will cover the fact that it's a mess. To me, it's still impressive that so much stuff can be bought from one shop and there is some stuff I found I can get from there that I would otherwise have to travel into West Brom for. However, it still needs a good tidy.

A unique concept Harvey Nichols store located in Birmingham's The Mailbox complex - Birmingham is a…read morecity with some fantastic department stores including a Selfridges store which is probably even better than their flagship London - Oxford Street location, but perhaps one of the unsung heroes of the Birmingham department store game is this one. Located over multiple floors, the store is spacious, it feels modern and cool like it has recently been refurbished. They have a nice food selection including a bar and brasserie with a decent menu, although it is a little expensive this has to be expected to a degree as it is more of a high-end store. I do feel to match the high-end nature of the place, the staff could have stood out more and perhaps they could have had more staff members in all areas of the store as coming in on a higher level can sometimes leave someone confused or getting lost, but the store, in general, is pretty decent to navigate for the key areas which are labelled anyway. One of my favourite Harvey Nichol's stores with good facilities and a good location, it stands out also due to its' modern features - but issues with the layout and service hold it back to just a four-star rating and a pretty awesome place to mark my 500th review of 2019.

High end shopping at its finest with what looks like a beautiful setting to eat and drink. Harvey…read moreNichols Birmingham is a shop/restaurant that oozes luxury. This is not a place that I would consider to be 'very me' but after looking around I would be tempted to go and eat here. I hear good things about the food and most importantly hear that there are always good discounts on groupon and other discount site. Ling....(Yelp Discount Queen) if you hear of any maybe we should pay this place a visit ;) I literally loved some of the spring/summer looks on the mannequins. There was a heavily patterned bomber jacket that I would consider not going out for a month to own.......pricy but a lot of the stuff is SO nice that you could be persuaded to part with a large proportion of your monthly wage to own them.....the temptation was real haha. Even though I will not be rushing back here I love that Birmingham caters to the people that want ultra high end and cutting edge brands. Maybe one day one of those jackets will be mine.......one day!

Can you believe the nearest Marks and Spencer's Outlet store we have is in West Bromwich?! You…read morewould think they would have them popping up everywhere. They have some classic basics in formal work attire at amazing prices, like £10 for a shirt! With the quality and that price, you cannot help but relent to the bargains. The Outlet even has a sale section - although I thought the Outlet was meant to sell reduced items so when those items are reduced to a "sale", you know they're as cheap as can be! But this area of the shop isn't well-maintained and quite frankly it's too much of a headache to sift through! The staff members are very friendly and polite. They always explain that you can only exchange online or in that store, which was very useful to know because I assumed I would be able to exchange in a regular M&S store.

Ever wondered where all of the left over size 22 thongs and coordinating 32AA bras go to at the end…read moreof the M&S sale? Wonder no more, for they end their days in this clearance outlet just outside of West Brom town centre. As these clearance shops go, it is decent. The stock is well organised and tidy. The items on sale are predominantly for the older market - think Per Una and Classic Collection. Though you will sometimes find the odd sequinned cat suit or marabou trimmed cocktail dress. The underwear isn't bad either, especially if you are looking to stock up on basics. They sell mainly women's clothing and accessories, but there is a small range of menswear too. There are also some bargain toiletries and gift items up for grabs. Everything is well cheap, though it perhaps isn't the most cheerful of shopping destinations.

First visit and I am impressed. Very bright and spacious. Floor space bigger than West Bromwich…read morebranch. They also have a Home section separate at the back. Large Clearance section. Huge lingerie section. The prices are good which is a bonus! Free Parking!

I frequent J Kays on a regular basis and it's one of the best department stores located on Soho Rd…read more They pretty much sell everything in here. Whether your after a new TV, cutlery, a cot, ornaments and vases, bedding, or religious accessories that you may need for the temple, they sell it in here. The prices are not bad, and considering that there is a lot of competition on Soho Rd with similar outlets, this is one of the nicer places to shop. What I particularly like about this shop is they always burn incense on the shelves behind the till, which always creates that welcoming and home feel atmosphere.

Soho Road in Handsworth is full of odd shops that sell a mixture of products under one roof. J Kays…read moreis testament to this. They have a wide range of electrical home appliances, kitchenware, musical instruments, toys, decorations and religious artefacts! They even stock fireworks all year round! As you would expect from the range of products they sell; the store is large and bursting with stock. Their window display gives you a taste of how vibrant their product variety is. It's a family-run business, which is probably why it has an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Their prices vary. Some products are a little dear to what popular High Street stores would offer, although they offer a repair service so you could seek technical support if something goes wrong with your appliance. On the other hand, I bought tall vases for wedding centrepieces for just £3 each, which is a bargain!

Shah Pharmacy occupies a prime spot in central Selly Oak. As well as serving prescriptions to the…read morelocal student community, it sells the usual range of items sold in modern chemists, such as hair products, make up, and off-the-shelf medicines such as cough medicine and Gaviscon. The one factor that makes Shah Pharmacy better than other similar businesses is the caring nature of the staff. They genuinely seem to want to help their customers, taking extra care to make sure that those collecting medicines know how to use them. This is very commendable and reassuring for those that use the pharmacy. In conclusion, this is a good business and one that I would recommend to those in the area.

In many areas Shah Pharmacy is your stereotypical pharmacy outlet with a wide range of products for…read moreall manner of ailments and the option to pick up your prescription. What marks Shah as an outstanding establishment is the way in which the staff go about their business. The staff at Shah know their stuff and they do their utmost to pass on that knowledge to the customer. After all, prescriptions can sometimes be a confusing business, so having someone to explain the procedure to you in detail can make a real difference.

Great little shopping centre.. Has all the big brands and some high end high street brands too…read more Such as river island, h&m ,primary, etc... Good ample cark parking, its free to park after 6pm most evening. Has pub's. Bars, restaurants also has a Cinema. Free parking voucher when u spend £5 or more on shopping in Tesco.

Newly built shopping complex. 1st time I've been here and to sides to the shopping centre. Good for…read moreparking and wide range of shops all big sizes. Deffo check it out and you can waste hours here also just looking around and eating...

Good priced and good quality clothing. This is a place to find a real bargain in the sales! The…read moreshop looks arranged and the staff are friendly and helpful. The only real draback is the ques neer to christmas but i suppose you get that everyhere