Gromits! This place is called gromits by... everyone. I have no idea why. I went to Coopers which…read moreis just round the corner, and that's what it's always been called. It's a pretty standard corner shop, loved by many as it's the closest place to school to buy chocolate!

This branch of H&M is not the biggest I have been to. Their mens range is very limited in…read morecomparison to others I have been to but at the same time it is nice to have one there in the Lewisham centre.

News On The Wharf has a few units around Canary Wharf's shopping centres, pretty much an average…read morenewsagents in terms of what it sells and the prices, the selection is okay with prices slightly higher than typical chain stores some of which are nearby. The store here at Jubilee Place is slightly small but it is ample within the mall, especially considering there are other locations nearby. A small selection of drinks, newspapers etc. There is a bottle deposit scheme, the first of which in the UK within Canada/Jubilee/Cabot Place in Canary Wharf, where you can get a voucher to get money off within this store which is pretty cool, something which is so common around Europe sadly hasn't taken off here yet. A-OK. Small store, but does the job even with slightly higher pricing in comparison to the chains with staff failing to give all-round good service. 3*

A lovely little shop with a great selection of Christian books, cards and gifts. Mostly…read morepop-evangelical so not necessarily my cup of tea, but well worth a visit if you're in the village, especially as it has the post office and a coffee shop in there too. Made all the better by friendly and helpful staff.

Way Inn is basically the shop behind the Post Office in Berkhamsted. It's small and sells…read moreenvelopes, stationary and other Post-Office type things. There is also a cafe upstairs that is Christian in its theme. My criticism of the shop would be that it is too small and lacks anything unique to set it apart from any other stores. I think it only survives due to catching footfall from the Post Office, and if it's just envelopes or pens your after, the Way Inn will serve you well. I wouldn't really recommend going in to get anything else though, as your choice is fairly limited.

Can an art gallery be inspired by a speakeasy? Is it really cheeky if I say that this Pace location…read moreis a little bit Brooklyn speakeasy-esque? I hope I don't get into trouble for saying that... Pace, is a commercial contemporary art gallery with locations in NYC, Beijing, London and Hong Kong. They are amongst the leading names in commercial art and represent a huge variety of internationally renowned contemporary artists. They operate two locations in London, with Lexington being the smaller and more clandestine space and Burlington Gardens the larger and more imposing one. Tucked away on Lexington off Brewer St, on the side street off Bill's Restaurant, this gallery is a ring the doorbell affair. Ring the one on the right for the door to be opened and head upstairs to the first floor. There's an elevator for those who need it. There is a receptionist who will greet you, through whom you may purchase catalogues and other literature. The accompanying text for the exhibition will be printed out on A4 paper and is free to take. Generally I will come to Pace if they are exhibiting a Chinese artist's work as that is my area of specialty and, it has to be said, also Pace's forte. However they do exhibit a wide variety of works from artists all over the world so it's a good idea to get on their mailing list and stay up to date on what's going on. Exhibitions alternate every 4-6 weeks so there is always something new to see and you have to be on the ball. Not to be missed for those venturing outside of the stock Tate/National Galleries/V&A arena. Keep an open mind will you? Best to have a subscription to ArtReview handy.

nice gift shop for every fan! we didn't have time to take a look at the house itself, but we were…read moreable to take a picture with the door and the bobby! i almost used up all my money in that shop :)

221b Baker Street is a must see for any fans of Sherlock Holmes. be welcomed at the door by a…read morevictorian police officer and enjoy the shop's many items of memorabilia and books related to Britain's favourite detective. Then pop next door for a liverpool adventure for Beatles fans. Afterwards drop into Lindys over the road for a coffee and a spot of people watching.

A small newsagents and convenience store, located in the former sub-post office in this row of…read moreshops in Kensington, just off the Cromwell Road. As well as newspapers and magazines, they sell confectionery, tobacco, stamps, and a small range of food and basic household groceries, and they have a photocopy machine. Friendly and obliging staff.

A little bookshop, filled with used books in all subjects. They always have a large range of travel…read morebooks, somewhat dusty and outdated, but still fascinating for those possessed with wanderlust. There's also a good stock of classics and foreign titles, and the bookseller is eager to help you sift through his cardboard boxes.

A little gem hidden away there in Burton Street, a lovely way to spend a few happy hours - well…read moreworth a visit.