Shopping in Great Britain - outlets, shopping streets and boutiques

Tourists go to the UK not only to admire the delightful views or participate in fascinating tours. The country offers excellent opportunities for shopping. The largest shopping centers are concentrated in London. Nice things at reasonable prices can be bought in Liverpool, Birmingham, and Manchester. The price may seem very high if compared to other European states. In part, it is due to the local currency that is more expensive than the euro or the dollar. It’s worth to go to England for branded things, high-quality bags, and footwear. In small towns, you can find something authentic and unique. Souvenirs and unique stuff by local producers are sold in cozy shops. In England, you can buy gorgeous knitwear, coats, and cashmere items.

Shops in the United Kingdom open about 9 am and close rather early, after 5 pm. Large shopping centers and supermarkets continue their work up to 10 pm. However, they can be closed during public or religious holidays. On weekends, you need to be prepared for the fact that stores will close at 4 pm. As in other European countries, the UK has sales twice a year. The most insane offers are waiting for shopping fans before Christmas. At this time, discounts can reach even 80-90%. However, this is not the only surprise. Throughout the year, the stores regularly display 'sale' signs, which mean that the store owner is ready to offer discounts.

Shopping in England is somewhat more expensive than in Europe, but London stores provide an opportunity to buy stuff at very different prices. The city has a huge number of boutiques and outlet shops where you can get new items of world fashion, as well as outfits from last year's collections. In London, there is the largest shopping street in Europe - Oxford Street. There are shops of such inexpensive brands, as Zara, Next, and United Colors of Benetton. You can find a large number of souvenir shops. Affordable prices are waiting for buyers in the shopping centers of John Lewis and Debenhams. Selfridges features slightly higher prices. These stores fit for those who want to buy everything in one place. The best branded boutiques are located on Bond Street. Tiffani, Chanel, various antique shops and the well-known house-auction Sotheby's work there. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Another large English city, Manchester, has lots of opportunities for shopping. It is rightfully considered the capital of shopping. The city even surpasses London. A huge number of different shops and shopping centers, mainly of elite brands, are concentrated there. The best boutiques are located on King Street; it features virtually all the world's famous brands. The Trafford shopping center impresses not only with a number of boutiques with a worldwide fame but also with a unique luxury architecture. The shopping center has several exquisite restaurants, where you can relax after shopping. Liverpool also has a large number of modern shopping centers. Liverpool One, Wayfarers, and Clayton Square are among the most popular. A special attention should be paid to Beatles-themed souvenirs, which are sold at numerous stalls.

In the capital of Northern Ireland, you must visit the largest indoor market in the country - George's Market. There, you can buy unusual inexpensive clothes, food, and souvenirs. One of the largest outlets in Great Britain is Bicester Village with about 900 different boutiques. Discounts there can reach 80-90%. As a souvenir from the UK, you may bring something associated with the football theme. The country is the birthplace of this popular sport, and it can boast the best football clubs in the world. Purchases can be made in branded stores; usually latter are located in stadiums. Excellent souvenir from England will be English tea, jam, or a Sherlock Holmes-styled cap.