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 Flying high |
137 St. Georges Rd Hotwells Bristol BS1 5UW United Kingdom +44 (0)117 908 7153 http://www.atmospherekites.com/ |
Visit Atmosphere Kites if you have a passion for flying kites. This store provides you the most attractive and user-friendly kites in all shapes and sizes. Whether you are an amateur learner or an expert at the art, it is sure to have something that will interest you. Visit the official website for more details on the types of kites available and their prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Underground Wine Cellar |
9 Culver Street West End Bristol United Kingdom http://www.averys.com |
Averys's underground cellars are so authentic you might think you are in Bordeaux rather than Bristol! The staff are exceedingly helpful, very knowledgeable and host regular courses to help you to distinguish your Chateauneuf du Pape from your Pinot Noir. In the business since 1793, Avery's has stayed true to the two main tenets-top quality, value-for-money wines and efficient, friendly service. As opposed to the high street shops filled with mass-produced brands, Averys continues to focus on small producers who share their passion for quality, character and authenticity. With John Avery (one of the most respected Masters of Wine in the country) travelling extensively to source the finest products, and a delivery direct to your door, we are confident you will be satisfied with every order or visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A little bit of Africa in Bristol |
47 Colston Street Bristol BS1 5AX United Kingdom +44 117 926 0902 |
Walking into Biashara evokes a warm, exotic feeling - the whole place is a blend of earthy, spicy colors, rich textiles, warm and faintly exotic incense and wonderful music. It's a Fair Trade Co-operative and a world music specialist, boasting the largest range of African, Latin American, Asian and European music in Bristol. Upstairs is Joliba, which specializes in textiles, crafts and instruments from Niger and Mali, made at workers' co-operatives which are supported by the shop. Other products stocked include organic tea, coffee and chocolate, unusual cards and jewelery, clothes, bronze Buddhas, musical instruments etc. There's something here to suit every pocket and you'll be supporting an essential cause as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For all your stationery needs |
25 St Stephen's Street Bristol BS1 1JY United Kingdom +44 117 927 7407 |
Blandfords is a long-established, comprehensive stationer right in the heart of Bristol's old centre. The shop stocks everything expected of such a store, from diaries, calendars and two different sizes of Filofax stationery and accessories, through pens and pencils, files and folders, to calculators - everything you need to get your life, or at least your schedule, into order. The proprietors have managed to cram an awful lot of stock into a relatively small area without it feeling claustrophobic - it's surprising quite what you can find, or what the staff can find for you! However, this does mean that the aisles are quite narrow, making movement very difficult for those in wheelchairs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Mecca for classical music lovers |
59 Broad Street Bristol BS1 2EJ United Kingdom +44 117 927 6536 |
As its name suggests, this is a specialist shop offering a comprehensive selection of classical music CDs—it's one of those now rare, slightly eccentric places where the staff's knowledge of all things classical is outstanding and the atmosphere is slightly esoteric. Although it's not large its considerable stock is well laid-out and clearly categorized, making browsing particularly convenient—they have a particularly good selection of opera. They also offer a mail order service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For all your smoking needs |
35 Baldwin Street Bristol BS1 1RG United Kingdom +44 117 927 3676 |
The shop for the dedicated tobacco-fan, Wrigley's is filled with just about every type of tobacco imaginable, both loose and as packets of cigarettes and cigars. The shop also stocks all varieties of lighter, tobacco tins and pouches, cigarette papers of various kinds, pipe cleaners, cigarette and cigar holders, pipes of all descriptions - all the accessories a smoker could require in fact. Specialist shops such as Wrigley's are now in short supply, since smoking has become less socially acceptable, which is a pity, as they constitute a small part of the history of the UK, especially in Bristol, whose wealth owes much to the tobacco trade. So, visit while you still can! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brand-new, booming music store |
43-45 Park Street Bristol BS1 5NL United Kingdom +44 117 987 0685 |
This recently-opened music shop is currently giving all the other record shops on Park Street a bit of a run for their money. Like them, it's cheap, overflowing with stock and staffed by youngsters who know their music: unlike them it's very large, modern and has the look and feel of a major corporation - with all the pitfalls and the benefits (being able to sell in bulk very cheaply) that this entails. It's the kind of place to come if you've always wanted to buy Blondie's greatest hits, or Bob Dylan's fourth album, but somehow never got round to it. Back-catalogue albums like this are their speciality and they cost just £5.You'll also find all the chart albums, obscure box-sets, blues, jazz, classical, reggae, hip-hop and world music - no vinyl though, just CD and tape. On the first floor they also sell a range of cult and current best seller books. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A major chain with a reliably comprehensive stock |
21-23 Broadmead Bristol BS1 3HF United Kingdom +44 117 929 7467 |
Comprising two floors dedicated to all genres of music, this city centre store (there are over 100 nationwide) offers a wide range of music including that from all the top pop groups as well as more obscure dance and soul tracks, and indie/rock bands. That's probably why it's usually full of youngsters after the latest single, middle-aged folk after back-catalogue albums and the occasional aesthete after an rare box-set of Bulgarian opera - it's where almost everyone comes for their aural fix. They stock CDs, cassettes, DVDs and a good selection of videos and a few 12 inch singles, although vinyl is pretty rare in here. It also has a programme of special events, including album signings by artists and you can buy tickets for local gigs here too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A great place for quirky gifts |
20 Park Street Bristol BS1 5AJ United Kingdom +44 117 925 2544 |
This delightful little shop is full of fun and quirky gift ideas and is particularly popular with youngsters, as their prices start at just a couple of pounds. The kind of thing you'll find here are handmade soaps, mobiles of all shapes and sizes including some wonderful mirrored kinds, bright and chunky jewellery, assorted candles and metal sconces - seahorses, lizards and other assorted designs - and a good selection of unusual and amusing cards for all occasions. It also sells a small range of old-fashioned, wooden children's toys, sturdily constructed and in bright colors. All in all, it's the perfect place to go if you want to treat yourself, or someone else, to a gift, but don't have much money to spend. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One stop shop for music |
113a Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2PB United Kingdom +44 117 946 7568 http://www.music-stop.co.uk |
Priding themselves on reasonable prices and excellent service, this is an independent store whose core clientele are students at the local universities - so don't go expecting a comprehensive classical composers section! It's mainly devoted to CDs although DVDs and music videos are also stocked - no vinyl though. The stock is fairly wide-ranging and includes rock, rap, hip-hop, blues, dance, reggae, drum and bass and disposable pop. They often have current chart albums at cheaper prices than many of the leading chain stores, as well as a bargain section of cut-price older albums. They also offer a variety of services such as transferring audio tape (including reels) and video to CD, and repairing broken tapes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bristol's biggest record dealer |
222 Cheltenham Road Bristol BS6 5QU United Kingdom +44 117 942 7368 |
This place is a Mecca for those who believe vinyl is king! On sale here are approximately 10,000 albums, 60,000 seven-inch singles and 5,000 12-inch singles. A few concessions have been made to modernity however and there's also a large selection of CDs and DVDs. In fact almost any aural request can be catered for, by staff who really know their music. Classical, pop, blues, reggae, dance, soundtracks - it's all here. If you're a music-junkie, ask them about their Privilege Card, which gives ten per cent off all purchases for a £5 one-off fee. You'll receive a plastic card and a regular newsletter informing you of savings, special offers and exclusive card-holders-only sales. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gifts and Goodies |
6 Perry Road Bristol United Kingdom |
With white washed walls and a wonderful white decorative arch striding the shop, in contrast with the incredible array of brightly coloured design-led interior products, contemporary gifts and homewares, it is easy to see why you might just get distracted when popping in for a browse. Everything from cards, cushions, lamps, clocks and frames to kitchenware, clothes, novelty items and stuff that is just plain cool, such as the Jesus action figure! Ideal for presents, and perfect wedding gifts, as they can even arrange wedding lists for your special day. The next time you are wondering around town, don't forget to get distracted by all the goodies at Ripe! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dance music of all kinds |
9 Gloucester Road Bishopston Bristol BS7 8AA United Kingdom +44 117 907 4372 http://www.rootedrecords.co.uk |
If you like techno, trance, house, garage, hip-hop, dub, reggae, jazz-funk, soul and drum and bass, here's the place to come. At Rooted you can buy those obscure tunes that only aficionados like yourself have heard of, and find the tunes you keep hearing when you're dancing the night away in one of the city's clubs. With graffiti-covered walls making the place look like a tiny slice of the Bronx, and frequented by many of the city's DJs, this place is serious about its music and the staff really know their stuff. You'll see people in here, listening to the latest import with headphones on, in true DJ style. They stock both new and second-hand and welcome any suggestions, ideas or questions as to what's on offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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