Wilkinson

Cheap and cheerful but has a habit of having the things you need and also the things you didn’t realise you needed until you saw it!

Wilkinson have thought of everything! they even sell food now. They used to be competitively priced and a whole lot cheaper but not anymore. Wilkinson give you the illusion of being cheaper but a savvy shopper will notice that some items can be 50p more than in even John Lewis. Most of the products are good value for money especially garden stuff, cleaning products and toilettres. Bags can be too thin and break through so be aware and take some strong ones with you or double up Wilko bags to cope with the weighty problem.

Kingston’s Wilkinson (Wilko) added great value for money when it opened a few years ago — it’s slightly off the main centre of town but easy to find. There is plenty of choice at great prices and they even sell some groceries now if you need the odd thing. Layout is confusing so it’s just best to walk around each aisle until you come across what you are looking for. The queues at the tills can be a real pain so be prepared for a wait as the locals like to have a chat and enjoy their visit. No real parking nearby except for the usual multi-​storey car parks. If you are looking for even lower prices try the 99p store nearby.

This is a very large wilkos spread over three floors. It sells the usual merchandise, toiletries and household goods, petcare, toys, stationary, some electrical and lighting as well as diy, paint, wallpaper etc. Prices are cheap but not too much choice available.

This store is spread over three floors, they are always competitive on price and have many offers on a variety of things. Great for all house hold items and DIY tools, they also sell food and sweets in this one.
They have a quite large toy section as well as seasonal items all at a good price.
In the basement they sell furniture for bed rooms bathrooms etc not that great looking but would do a job if you are on a budget.
If you are in gardening then they do many items and plants all cheaper then in other stores

Not the place to visit when you’re after glamour or luxury but seriously useful for household basics or DIY bits and bobs. Prices here are very competitive whether it’s a phone extension lead you’re after, handy storage boxes or basic toiletries and household items. In the spring and summer you can find some surprisingly stylish garden furniture here that suggests you’ve been far more extravagant than the till receipt shows.