I save up my alterations to take them to Tailor Stop when I am in town. There really is no one like…read moreMagda, she can literally do anything! I don't think she uses a sewing machine, I think its actually a magic wand. Apart from top notch work, Magda is super accommodating and the prices are very reasonable. Tailor Stop really is the ONLY place to go!

It's always handy to know a good alterations place, and if you don't alredy have a favourite then…read moreyou could do a lot worse than here. In my case, it's usually to help me out of those times when I buy something way too big just because it's so gorgeous and on sale, only to get home and realise that no amount of safety pinning is ever going to make it look good on. And not being an artsy-craftsy type, I definitely don't alter things myself. Although Stitch Master just along the street is much cheaper, Tailor Stop is specifically a clothing alterations place rather than a generic 'anything that's sewable' place. My stuff was ready the next day, so I can't fault the efficiency of it, but I only gave it 4 stars as there's no getting around the fact that it's a bit pricey. Paying almost £10 just to get the straps on a dress shortened was a bit annoying. If only I'd paid attention when they were teaching us how to sew at school. I'd be loaded by now.

I am a very hard person to please, and had a few disappointments of getting garments made…read more but in April this year I found Q Sewing, and what a pleasure this was from start to finish, My outfit was beautiful, and you would never of thought it had been made up, there eye for detail was incredible. They also shorten my husband sleeves of his shirt and made a great job. I certainly will be back, so don't hesitate. Margaret

Amazing...I had my wedding dress made for me but it was a disaster. Went to Tailors and they…read moresorted it out within a matter of days and saved my wedding. I cannot say thank you enough for the owner of the shop who helped me...she was very honest and could spot the mistakes in the dress straight away.

OMGOODNESS I have just been verbally abused, screamed at with finger in my face and ejected from…read morethe shop. I took in a silk jacket I had just purchased to have sleeves shortened. The old lady also said a button needed moving and shoulders adjusted. When I picked jacket up I was horrified to see a mark on front, one sleeve lying at an angle, puckering and large stitching. When I pointed all of this out she was pulling at sleeve denying there was a fault and accused me of: changing my mind about jacket and just wanted money, said I was unhappy with myself and wanted money, body shamed me (size 12/14), picking on an old lady. I pointed out she was the one screaming, not me and suggested she review her cctv to examine her behaviour. There were more insults and terrible behaviour from her but not enough space to list. I am taking her to Small Claims Court for the £595 jacket she has ruined.

Great service and superb dressmaking skills at such a reasonable price. Bought 2 outfits one for a…read morewedding and one for a ball. I received so many compliments from friends and family, I know where I will go first next time.

fantastic - altered hubbie's hugo boss suit to perfection after some other butcher just about…read moreruined it; altered my wedding dress and actualy showed me and my mum how to tie it, (and took the time to tie it properly and make sure the back was smooth - unlike the shop I actually bought it from) and have also altered several skirts for me. They are my alteration place of choice and I think they are fabby! I've not used their dressmaking and suit making service, but it seems to be pretty reasonable as well

Pan pan yelp review…read more Wow. Your repairs are splendid! Those moths getting my cashmere blue scarf and my Cathy Kinman sweater. Well the sweater that was manufacture's workmanship. Fabby. See you again!

Don't expect an effusive welcome, but do expect fantastic quality workmanship…read more I had two pairs of hand-made leather shoes resoled here when they were literally worn through and the resulting work was perfect.

I had to get the boots I'd been wearing all winter reheeled and this is the closest cobblers to my…read morework. The price was reasonable, and the workmanship looked fine - until I wore the boots and realised one heel was flat (good) and one slightly rounded (not really noticeable just looking at it, but I could definitely feel it). They've worn down a bit now so it's less intrusive, but was pretty annoying to begin with. Most recently I got a set of keys cut. I had to wait a little longer than normal due to a mix-up in what order jobs were being done in, but only a minute when they actually got done. It did cost me just under £15 for 3 keys though which feels steep, but perhaps is average.

Excellent cobbler. Mark works extremely well, is kind, friendly and honest.read more

Cobbler's Key is an often forgotten little cobblers/locksmiths on busy South Clerk St…read more Most people go to Timpsons nowadays, the chain store that has really cornered the market on key cutting and shoe repair- an ever necessary business. The truth is that the quality, as far as new keys are concerned, with professionals at local stores like this, if often far better. At least that is my experience. Cobbler's Key also offer watch battery replacement, patching and stitching of clothes as well as providing a range of leather goods. They also do gardening tool sharpening! Although I can't imagine there is a huge demand for that around here.

After a week of traveling we needed to wash our clothes and found this place a few miles from our…read morehotel. The small machines cost £7 for washing and dryers were £1 for every 5 minutes. Staff was super helpful and guided us through some parts. There is a cute gift shop a few doors down if you're looking to bring back some gifts. The town is also pretty if you want to go to the beach or just walk around

I'm a fairly frequent user of the drycleaning services at Staypress now - it's been the saviour of…read moremy duvets for many a year now - about £15 for a kingsize duvet. I recently had to use their washing facilities as well for a double sleeping bag (no way that was fitting into my tiny washing machine). £3.50 or £7 (for a large load), with additional pennies for drying time. Ultimately cost me about £7 to wash and almost-dry my sleeping bag - not sure if that is a good deal or not - but more importantly, gave me an option, rather than having to handwash a beast of a bag, so happy enough with that! The launderette wasn't super busy either on a Saturday lunchtime, either.