Arriving at Redbrick Mill, we were greeted by billboards quoting the Daily Telegraph as saying it was the best design store outside of London. I can’t say for definite whether that’s true or not, but it’s certainly the best I’ve ever been to. First up, it’s huge. This converted mill is spread across four floors, and that’s before you count the extensions and annexes. There are concessions from many major furnishing and interior firms like Bo Concept and Heals. They’ve also got ranges to suit everybody, from your grandmother through to hip bright city living types. And on top of furniture they also have a great range of homewares, lighting, kitchen ware… the list goes on! If all that gets too much for you, there are a few cafes scattered throughout(three, I believe). There’s also ample on site parking. My tip top tip is to head in through the main entrance, bear left and head all the way to back left corner of the shop, then climb the staircase and you’ll find some of the most quirky, retro and gorgeous furniture and artwork you’ve ever seen. TL;DR — The king of interior design and furniture stores.
Emma S.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Leeds, United Kingdom
if you want to spend an afternoon being tempted by all manner of interior design things this is the place to head to. A brilliant use of an old industrial building which houses lots of different businesses including cafes and a florist. Parking is on site. I love the fact that there is lots to browse without having to face the winter elements. See the website for all the different businesses housed there…
Melissa W.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Bradford, United Kingdom
Now I’m trying to keep up with the Jones. Their house is way too impressive for my liking. So I can either move or do up my pad. I’m guessing the first one is plain stupid(well stupid is as stupid does) so I got y sorry looking butt down to Red Brick Mill. What a pleasant find it is too. They pride themselves on some of the North’s leading contemporary designers and their furniture is sheer class. They are home to 35 cutting-edge designers and there is enough inspiration to keep even my motor mouth quiet for an hour or so. If you want to jazz up your lounge, no problem. Slick and chic sofas sit along side funky tables. You’ll even find plush flooring, cookware and gifts. It’s quite pricey but sometimes money does buy taste and it shows here. Add to that four cafes to refresh those flagging shopping legs and it’s worth a punt. A definite reason to venture into Batley and spruce up the house in your life.