Misty Hollow

I have to admit that I am not a massive toyshop fan. Unless it is a bit quirky or old school it doesn’t do too much for me.
This shop was a normal run-​of-​the-​mill toyshop. It had the usual games, wooden objects and toys. I was happy to see the range of toys I had growing up, it made me want to start another collection.
I went here to try and find my niece a cute outfit for her birthday. I really had no idea what size to buy for her and the shop assistants really weren’t too helpful. I know you can’t expect them to know everything about children, but they just told us to have a look at the label.
I wouldn’t go running back to Misty Hollow. I think there are a lot better toyshops, with bigger ranges and often more interesting toys. Misty Hollow was just a small, mainstream and over-​priced toyshop, with nothing special to offer.

I like to play with toys, I am happy to admit it! Though, I have noted that my general interest in toys has changed over the years, from my young days of playing with He-​Man, Voltron, Mr T and Lego to my teenage years of checking if female dolls are anatomically correct, to my most recent days of Nerf Guns, Animé Figurines and… checking if female dolls are anatomically correct. Not many are by the way!
Anywho, toy shops are up there in my list of happy places with cooking stores and Asian Super Markets! I definatley had mixed feelings, though, when I was dragged in to Misty Hollow. I was very pleased to find a toy store with plenty of variety to keep my ADD in check!
The store covers all ages and I have no doubt you will find at least one or two things that will keep junior occupied for at least 6 minutes! I was dissapointed at the lack of projectile weapons, but I wont hold it against the place too much.
I DID NOT go into the ‘Fantasy Cave’ for two reasons, firstly fibre glass scenes with little mechanical characters aint this Ninja-Samurai’s bag! The other reason… I guarantee my fantasy wasn’t in that cave!

I love a good toy shop. I like walking into a place that makes me feel like a kid again. Misty Hollow is full of things I would have loved to have bought as a kid.
Firstly the store is full of magic items for the budding magician. The staff behind the counter can also demonstrate how many of the magic items work which brought a smile to the faces of the kids he was demonstrating for. It’s a great way to sell merchandise as well.
There are tin toys from years gone by at very decent prices. I have to admit, after seeing other stores sell toys made of tin for much larger prices this was quite surprising to see. The selection isn’t that great, but seriously, I imagine they’re not easy to get ahold of anymore.
There’s also the «Fantasy Walk In Cave» which claims to be fun for all ages. I probably would have had more fun if I was 25 years younger, but I can really appreciate the work that has gone into this cave.
One thing is for sure. If you bring your kids here you WILL have a hard time getting them to leave!