Homebase

A boring review, but a review none the less! There’s so many big stores like this on the Boucher Road. Within a mile radius you have B&Q, Homebase and Dunelm Mill — all essentially selling the same sort of things. So why go to Homebase over the others?
Well first up they have a dedicated garden section. Secondly they are always really well staffed and you can ask for help rather than aimlessly wandering the isles. They also nearly always have sales on — if you buy anything at full price here you’re doing it wrong.
One negative is the parking situation. Unlike B&Q across the road they don’t have dedicated parking for large purchases. So if you’re heading to Homebase make sure you try and get a space close by. It’s either that or take a few wing mirrors off whilst negotiation you large purchase through parked cars. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!
3 stars, nothing more, nothing less.

This Homebase store is massive. You could spend a week in here and never make it through every aisle. This is great if you have time to spend hoking and poking through garden furniture, paint and odd bits and bobs, however not so great if you’ve called in for a quick purchase.
The store is bright and airy, with its high ceilings and white walls. Yet it can get a little cold when you’re wondering around so make sure you have a cardigan or jacket on hand.
What I find about this store is that weekends in particular seem to bring the masses in. Whether there has been a recent advertisement that D.I.Y enthusiasts have jumped to, a couple have recently moved house or people going for a nosy, they all arrive at the weekend. So, if you don’t fancy queuing, make use of the late week night openings as they tend to be a lot quieter with time to ponder over difficult decisions.