Typical department store, but the loss of the alcohol section has lost one of it's unique features…read more The Caffe Nero is very good though, with very pleasant staff.

When doing research at places I know pretty well and do go and spend time at, I thought I have to…read morewrite my review for 'House of Fraser' I can't speak for anyone else about this one, but I really love it, their have been some changes over the years to the store, some good, some not so good, but all in all, it's your typical department store where you can go, you can enjoy looking around, their is a Caffe Nero there that is very good and though out the departments, a wide range of fashion, home, furniture and food..etc.. You name it. The staff are very friendly and pleasant, always on hand to help. I myself am saving up for Xmas (coming to quick) and they have some great ideas for presents too. My advice, save up a bit, put some money aside and go and treat yourself from time to time. At 'House of Fraser' their is something there for everyone!

Quite a large department store with loads of different departments to suit yourself and your home…read more The prices are quite high but the products are of good quality. There is a multi storey car park provided.

Hoopers on James Street is the largest department store in Harrogate town centre, it is located…read moreover five floors in a fairly old building. The layout of the store did seem a little strange, which could be down to the building its-self, you have to pass through the Cafe, and then a set of doors after going out of the lift on the Basement, to get into the Menswear section, despite having five floors, each individual floor was not overly large, with the top floor being just "customer services", but the store was a reasonable size overall. I did notice some of the clothing sections to be a little laid out like a jumble sale, they did have some good items at reasonable prices though, so not a wasted trip by any means. The Ground Floor was nicely laid out, and perhaps the most welcoming and premium area of the store, showcasing a range of fragrances and beauty products. The opening hours are pretty draconian, so plan ahead, they are open between 10 am and 5 pm Monday to Saturday and do not open on Sundays. I probably wouldn't return, but a nice addition to the shopping scene in Harrogate's town centre. 3*

Fantastic store, lots of choice and some brilliant makeup counters- New Laura Mercier!!…read more Some great clothing finds- French Connection and Ted Baker are definately worth a look

The East Midlands Designer Outlet formerly known as McArthur Glen is located next to M1 junction…read more28, near to Sutton-in-Ashfield. It's a reasonably-sized shopping centre, which is partly under cover and geared towards stores which offer predominantly discounted goods (though the shops are somewhat more upmarket than Poundstretcher et al). There is plenty of car parking, but public transport options are slightly limited due to the out-of-town location. Facilities are very good and the overall impression is of a well-run centre that is not overwhelming in terms of size. There is a varied mix of stores, with a bias towards clothes and gift shops. Overall, an excellent place to head for if shopping for a birthday or Christmas, though perhaps not quite large enough for a full-on Saturday shopping session!

Excellent guidance from the staff in the home appliances department earlier this week. I needed a…read morenew tumble dryer, and went with the intent to purchase a German brand machine. The sales assistant asked where the machine was to be located. He then proceeded to explain why I shouldn't purchase the one I had in mind but that I should buy a cheaper model that was more suited to being in the cold environment it would be located in I.e. the basement. I left the store having spent less than 40% of my original budget. The machine has been delivered, to the basement and they even moved the old broken machine upstairs for me. Excellent service, thank you. Your reputation was correct.

This store is undergoing a re-fit. Well they need to change their design team quickly. The ground…read morefloor has a mat white plastic floor - everywhere - Sadly it is already scuffed - shows every mark and looks dirty. I think a department store should have some sense of specialness - luxury even - is that not what the store is selling in many areas? Beauty - perfume - designer handbags - etc. The "new" ladies loo's on restaurant floor are as I would imagine prison visiting room loos would look. No style - just minimalism - grey brown non colours. Just unpleasant. The Waitrose on Eccy Road has at least a clean shiny floor and new smarter loos. Well done them. I'm off to Handforth John Lewis near Wilmslow to see if they are reining that shop too - I hope not. Its only another 15 minutes from me in the Hoipe Valley and altogether better - so far. Please get the Sheffield Store back on track - there are not many good shops in Sheffield - I will try Atkinsons though as I hear that is nice.

Large Debenhams store in Meadowhall. Offers a great range of clothing, gifts, luggage, fragrance,…read morekitchen wear, ornaments and make up. One of the make up stands is MAC, which is very popular. Staff are friendly and helpful.

This Debenhams used to stock a very good range of clothes, but their buyers seem to have let their…read morestandards slip and it has been ages since I found anything I really like in this shop. There seems to be a constant sale on at the moment where you can pick up some bargains for work wear but shoes and hand bags remain quite expensive. There's only limited choice in the home department and their stock policy doesn't seem completely effective when trying to check with the staff if something is in stock or not. Still, the staff are always helpful and chatty.

I really like having a look around Westgate - it's one of very few upmarket stores in Scunthorpe,…read moreand one of the few places that you can find good quality brands. It's a proper 'department' store, like House of Fraser or Debenhams, except more local and a bit smaller. It's therefore not the cheapest by any means, but you can find things there that you'd struggle to find elsewhere in the town. I found some Thomas the tank engine toys in here that I hadn't been able to get anywhere else, and also a really nice Radley bag in the sale that was half price, so it definitely gets the thumbs up from me.

small department store selling the usual suspects. Various make up and cosmetic stands, several…read moredifferent clothes areas, including Wallis and Oasis. Cafe on the top floor as well as toy department, white goods and furniture. It is not a massive store so they do not have the stock of the larger department stores, however what they do stock is good quality and at a decent price.

House of Fraser is one of the large, anchor stores of Meadowhall, the largest shopping centre in…read morethe Yorkshire and Humber Region, in Sheffield - It is a rather unorthodox location considering the brand, House of Fraser (HOF) which are usually located on big shopping streets in big department stores, based on other branches I have visited from London - Oxford Street and Victoria, to Manchester, Leeds and many more. It is quite a large store over two floors, including a small Cafe, the cafe, in particular, looked a little poor and run down - it had no soul or atmosphere, it felt like a waiting room for death and I couldn't bear to stay in there for just a couple of minutes. The selection didn't appear to be as good as other stores, the selection, in general, appeared more towards the women's market than men and considering HOF isn't a gender-specific brand, the balance between men and female clothing, fragrance etc seemed one-sided. The overall feel of the store is okay and it is a nice and unique brand to have in the mall, giving Meadowhall a sort of USP with many other towns and cities having the branches nearby rather than inside, of course it isn't as big, grand and marvellous as other department stores, whether that's a rival chain or HOF branch but it is pretty much "A-OK". 3*

Large house of fraser in Meadowhall. Great range of clothing with items to suit most budgets. Great…read moremakeup and fragrance sections too. Staff are friendly and helpful and they make it very clear when there are special offers available.

Bought some jeans here the other day and they are lovely fit and quality. They were about £45 but I…read morewould say the quality of them warrants the price and I think £45 for decent jeans is good anyway. The shop itself was tidy and well laid out too, and staff were friendly.

I love these old House of Fraser stores - they're just so dated inside, it reminds me of being a…read morekid and getting dragged round by my parents, and the old fashioned lifts which had an operator in them! Sadly you have to press the button yourself now, and there have been some half-baked attempts at modernisation in places but on the whole, this is the nearest thing you'll find in town to a traditional department store. This store is a step above Debenhams, and a step below the proper designer stores but a good place to look if you're searching for something nice. Their sales are good, and their own brand, Linea, is generally good quality. Parking is non-existant for this shop, you've got to find a space on street, or in one of the car parks and it can make it more bother than it's worth so sadly it's a shop I don't visit as often as I would like, but if you're in town anyway and feeling flush it's worth a look.