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 Great gear for the outdoors |
89 Lower Hillgate Stockport Manchester SK1 3AW United Kingdom +44 161 480 2945 |
Base Camp is a major walking, camping and backpacking specialist that has been established in the area for over 25 years. It stocks a range of outdoor clothing and boots from famous names such as Hi-Tec and Timberland as well as tents and everything else you might need for a major expedition. For those interested in more action-packed pastimes, ski clothing and equipment can be hired. In addition, a ski servicing facility is also available on request. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of the biggest in the region |
Manchester Golf Club Hopwood Cottage Manchester M24 2PQ United Kingdom |
Brian Connor's House of Golf is the largest on-course golf center in the north of England. Situated at Manchester golf club, it offers a large number of facilities to ensure that you buy the right equipment for you. Indoor and outdoor club testing is available, as well as hi-tech video swing analysis. A Ping fitting center is also available on-site, plus a wide range of brand name leisurewear, shoes and accessories. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Great booze |
688-690 Wilmslow Road Didsbury Manchester M20 2DN United Kingdom +44 161 466 2546 |
This south-Manchester chain of stores (which incidentally won the Carlsberg Independent Wine Retailer of the Year award) also has a branch on Barlow Moor Road in Chorlton. The organisation imports most of the wines they sell directly from specialist producers and smaller vineyards throughout Europe. They personally visit each one and are the exclusive UK suppliers to many of them. This basically means excellent quality wines at very reasonable prices. The shops also sell a wide range of malt whiskies, British and continental beers, spirits and cigars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Period antique and painting dealers |
4/4a Old Market Place Altrincham Manchester WA14 4NP United Kingdom +44 161 929 5196 |
This beautiful mock Tudor shop specialises in period furniture and genuine fine arts and paintings. Professionals in buying and selling, they invite you to bring along your potential Rembrandt or Picasso to see if it's worth anything.They also deal in a variety of beautiful antique furniture including tables, chairs, cabinets, dressers and bookcases. In addition there is an excellent website that is updated monthly with all new items to the store, so you can check things before you visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Indian spice |
91 Lower Hillgate Manchester SK1 3AW United Kingdom +44 (0)161 477 6389 / +44 (0)7721 99 9887 |
If the thought of Indian cuisine makes your mouth water, look no further. The Coriander Lounge at Stockport in the Greater Manchester area, provides an attractive dining space for your private events and parties. Dishes like palak mushroom, paneer tikka, chicken makhani, and kebabs can be savored. Let renowned chef and owner Lalit Sodhi add the special spice to your event with his mouth-watering creations. Check the website for the delicious menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Upmarket jewellery, watches and giftware |
The Showroom The Bramhall Centre, Bramhall Manchester SK7 1AW United Kingdom +44 161 440 8851 |
An upmarket store in one of Manchester's most affluent suburbs, Cottrills stocks high-class costume jewelery, wristwatches and lovely leather wear—such as hip flasks and wallets—as well as a good selection of wooden jewelery and trinket boxes. Other fine gifts available include Staffordshire enamel boxes, lead crystal box sets and a small range of Wedgewood and Royal Dalton chinaware. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Enormous sports superstore |
Portway House, Georges Road Stockport Manchester SK4 1DN United Kingdom +44 161 476 9600 |
This French based chain of sporting superstores is Europe's largest, and this purpose built store just outside Stockport town centre is the first in the north of England. All kinds of sports are catered for here - from skiing to swimming - but the cycling department deserves special mention for the massive range of own-brand bikes from children's tricycles to top specification racing cycles all at extremely attractive prices. There is also a fully equipped repair workshop and a huge range of accessories, clothing and spares available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Capture that image |
63 Hill Top Road Paddock, WestYorkshire Manchester HD1 4SQ United Kingdom +44 1484 51 3066 |
Do you want to add that unique piece to decorate your room or just want to let your creativity find an outlet? Have a look at Elemental Images. If you are fond of photography, this is one company definitely worth your time. Marvel at digital blends of art and photography. Create your own artwork with their help or let them know your specifications, and sit back and watch the magic. Watch your commercial or private space bloom with these original works. Browse through their limited additions and gallery or choose from the weatherproof external installations. So whether you want psychedelic abstracts or pretty orchids adorning your walls, you don't need to look any further. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Guaranteed low prices |
33 Flixton Road Urmston Manchester M41 5AW United Kingdom +44 161 748 2912 |
This popular golf megastore guarantees the lowest prices in the UK. On permanent display is a comprehensive range of equipment, with over 600 sets of golf clubs as well as a massive selection of second-hand sets — all with a 20-day trial period available. In addition, Greg Nicholson stocks a huge variety of branded bags, trolleys, shoes, leisure and knitwear, waterproofs, balls and accessories to suit all pockets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High fashion and accessories |
20-22 Peel Avenue H & M Manchester M17 8BB United Kingdom +44 161 747 3801 |
Hennes & Mauritz - to give this Swedish-owned store its full title - sells stylish, good quality clothing for men and women at competitive prices. This is one of their flagship UK stores and as such, it is large, very well stocked and well appointed. Their clothes regularly feature on the fashion pages of glossy magazines and you can usually pick up something that looks like it should cost at least twice the price. The store sells casual and formal wear, lingerie and accessories. Sizes go right through to extra-large and their range of knitwear separates and outdoor clothing is particularly popular. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chain store with competitive prices |
19 Peel Avenue Trafford Centre Manchester M17 8BF United Kingdom +44 161 748 8835 |
JJB Sports is a highly successful Manchester based chain of stores - with its main flagship branch located within the Trafford Centre, along with other major city centre shops in the Arndale Centre and Market Street - that is committed to offering competitive prices for top of the range sports equipment, clothing and footwear from all the biggest brand names such as Adidas, Puma and Nike. It also stocks international, premiership, league and Scottish football strips as well as a wide range of major club rugby kits. For the less physical athletes, golf clothing and equipment is available for men, women and children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A major Mac provider |
106 Church Lane Marple Manchester SK6 7AR United Kingdom +44 870 444 5948 |
From this pleasant, airy, glass-fronted sales showroom - a couple of minutes from Stockport town centre - you will find a full range of home and office Apple Mac solutions along with a specialist image-setting and graphics service. As well as iMacs, Power Macs and funky notebooks, LSA offer full background support, dedicated software, training and they are also Apple authorised maintainers. Probably the most comprehensive Apple Mac provider in the South Manchester area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For bikers and extreme sports fans |
124 Rochdale Road Bury Manchester BL9 7AY United Kingdom +44 161 797 5625 |
Large, modern and packed with a huge variety of bikes, clothes and components from Orange, Kona, GT, Cannondale, Pace and Specialized, this impressive store is a mountain and road biker's dream. There are always lots of bargains and finance deals on offer, and a mail order service is always available, along with the largest fleet of demo bikes in the UK. If that's not enough for you, they also stock loads of equipment for various other extreme sports such as kite-surfing and snowboarding. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stylish Japanese emporium |
The Dome, Dept 889, Selfridges Trafford Centre Manchester M17 8DA United Kingdom +44 161 629 1261 |
If you are a lover of all things functional and Japanese, you will love this store. To the Western eye, the range of products available in this shop may seem somewhat unusual, covering clothes, storage solutions, stationery, bath products and even furniture and bicycles. Everything shares the same simple, clean style - even down to the design of the store itself - and the goods are all predominantly made from natural products. Prices are generally reasonable considering the quality. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fashionable outdoor pursuits clothing |
53 Stamford New Road Altrincham Manchester WA14 1DS United Kingdom +44 161 928 6613 |
If you want to stay trendy whilst experiencing the great outdoors, these two shops in one stock everything you need to brave the elements but still look good. Nevisport sells outdoor pursuit clothing for both men and women with everything from high quality waxed jackets to woolen gloves. Nick Estcourt Ski and Climb is also housed in the same store and provides skiing and climbing clothing, ranging from fashionable ski suits to combat trousers. Both shops also sell specialist equipment for skiing, hill walking and rock climbing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Antique market with lots of dealers |
Failsworth Mill Ashton Road West Manchester M35 0FD United Kingdom +44 161 684 7802 |
You can enjoy a really good rummage around in this 90,000 square foot site within an old Victorian mill which has over 45 shops with every type of antique imaginable. They have a complete floor of ceramics and pottery, another full of small and large items of furniture and a third floor that has a nautical theme.All the shops are separately owned by different dealers, which helps give the place a bustling, competitive but always friendly atmosphere. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The very freshest fruit and vegetables |
Whitworth Street East Openshaw Manchester M11 2WJ United Kingdom +44 161 234 7781 |
Still retaining the feel of a bygone era, this massive wholesale market to the north of the city centre is famous throughout Manchester and has been regularly featured on TV programmes. All the best local restaurants tend to buy their produce here as it specializes in top quality fresh fruit, vegetables, fresh and dried flowers, fish and poultry. Mind you, you'll have to get up really early for the very best bargains. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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North Manchester Healthcare NHS Trust |
Delaunays Road Crumpsall Manchester M8 5RB United Kingdom +44 161 795 4567 |
Situated just 5 miles north of the city centre, this major NHS-run hospital has several departments for a full range of specialist and general medical services, treatment and care, including accident and emergency for the local area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Complete service for buyers and sellers |
Eaton Place, 114 Washway Road Sale Manchester M33 7RF United Kingdom +44 161 962 9237 |
Founded in 1796, Phillips is one of the world's three leading auction houses, with 21 major sales rooms including London, New York and Sydney. They offer a complete auction service to buyers and sellers of antique furniture, paintings, ceramics, glass, clocks, silver, jewelery, rugs and much more. Regular auctions are held and a catalogue is produced for each one detailing the lots to be offered. Other services include expert advice and valuations of fine art and antiques - including for insurance purposes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Custom fitting centre available |
148 Cross Street Sale Manchester M33 7AQ United Kingdom +44 161 969 4644 |
Scottsdale Golf stocks everything a golfer could possibly want, supplying most of the major brands and ranges of clubs. It is also the only golf store in Manchester with a Mizuno, Cobra and Maxfli approved custom fitting centre. The store also stocks huge amounts of shoes, bags, balls, clothing and accessories from established names such as Dunlop and Slazenger, with various in-store special offers running throughout the year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Principal bus operator in the city |
Daw Bank Stockport Manchester SK3 0DU United Kingdom +44 161 273 3377 |
Stagecoach are a large, national company that provides the major bus service in Manchester and the surrounding areas. Covering the vast majority of routes around the city, as well as running a number of services out of Manchester to outlying towns, they can be boarded at most stops or at main Manchester bus stations and termini. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top designer fashion names |
23 The Downs Altrincham Manchester WA14 2QD United Kingdom +44 161 233 0602 |
A rather exclusive fashion boutique for both men and women, Strada offers labels that you might find difficult to obtain elsewhere in Manchester and will appeal to all those who have a love for designer garments. Stocking big name clothing such as Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Mugler, Givenchy, Maxmara, Sand and Kenzo, they often have bargains available at half price or less. Strada also stock a range of casual daywear for both men and women as well as some really ritzy, glamorous evening wear. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All the cheeses you want |
706 Wilmslow Road Didsbury Manchester M20 2DW United Kingdom +44 161 434 4781 |
This is probably Manchester's best known cheese shop - it has supplied some of the best pubs and restaurants in the city for a number of years. The range is simply amazing, taking in everything from traditional unpasteurised Farmhouse Lancashire to rare French goat's cheeses. The shop also stocks a good range of hand-made Belgian pâtés, coffee, salami, olives and port - all impeccably displayed. This is a great place if you are searching for a food gift or hamper for a special occasion. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Multipurose Event Hall |
Bagnall Street Manchester ST1 3AD United Kingdom +44 0870 060 6649 |
The Victoria Hall offers the perfect city center location for conferences, corporate hires, exhibitions, meetings, award ceremonies, workshops, family celebrations or any other special event you have in mind. The venues offers a variety of versatile spaces, accommodating small business meetings to large trade fairs with ease and comfort. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Value-for-money style |
30 King Street Manchester M2 6AZ United Kingdom |
This small Warehouse store, in the centre of King Street, can get exceptionally busy on a Saturday afternoon. All the latest lines are at the front of the shop, while the popular sale rail is tucked away in a corner at the back, with changing rooms in the basement.They have a small range of accessories, which like the clothes are aimed at young women and students with a bit of extra cash to spend. The prices are reasonable for items that can be pleasantly surprising in their kookiness and innovation. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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