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Review of Peacocks Stores
30 May 08, 16:12
Why bother 
This Peacock s branch is rarely busy, Peacocks call out to a particular kind of shopper and they never do a roaring trade. Why they chose to open such a huge multi floor branch is beyond me.
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Review of Smile Stores
30 May 08, 13:51
By crikey!
Ladies - look at the name of the shop you work in and take heed! This is an average convenience shop and stocks all the usual overpriced bits. But what gets me is the level of un friendliness recieved when you shop in here.
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Review of New Trends
29 May 08, 15:52
Trendy!!
See what i did there?? lol. Trends is a great place to get clothes if you are the size of a matchstick! The sizings are ridiculously small! Its not good for the ego to try anything on in here!
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Review of Kwik Save Stores
29 May 08, 15:31
Is it still going??
Tell me i'm not going crazy but i am sure this branch of quick save went bust and vanished ages ago! If thats true, i would suggest not visiting!
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Review of Allsports
29 May 08, 15:17
Gone down hill
This used to be one of my first stops for gym gear etc. But recently i feel it has gone down hill slightly. Of late it has had a really high staff turnover which has made a difference to the standard of service. They can't seem to train them enough before 'poof' they are gone.
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Review of Currys.digital
29 May 08, 11:46
Digital Grrr!
Why is everything about digital these days? This branch of Currys is digital mad! They have so much to choose from. With digital being quite new the customers have a lot of questions. The staff know their stuff its just a shame that they can't be bothered to explain anything to you!
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Review of Best
28 May 08, 13:46
Ha ha... apound shop for clothes.
This is your ultimate disposable clothing shop. The prices are so low it makes me wonder how they keep going. You will get good service and can grab a few outfits with your loose change! Hurrah!
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Review of Mothercare
28 May 08, 13:30
Pricey and snobby!
I don't know why the staff in this branch of Mothercare think they are above anyone else. There is a great range of stock but it is very pricey. I would enjoy browsing if it wasn't for the staff eye balling my every move!
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Review of Pizza Hut
28 May 08, 12:51
Freshly made? Really?
Pizza hut boast that all their pizzas are freshly made to order and in most branches they are. In here however i am sure they are pre cooked and heated up. They never seem to be able to add or leave off toppings and they just don't taste as fluffy and fresh as other branches.
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Review of McDonald's Restaurant
28 May 08, 12:15
Up grade????
I can't understand why this McDonalds is so shabby! With sucha large well known name behind it, you would expect is to of had an upgrade since it opened. The food is good and the staff work well but a lick of paint and a bit of a makeover would do it the world of good.
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Review of Barnstaple Bus Station Cafe
27 May 08, 11:49
Dishwater
When waiting for the bus if you need to hide away, my advice is to go for bottled drinks. I had a cup of tea and it was like drinking old dishwater. Its quite expensive for what it is too!
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Review of Raffles
23 May 08, 13:08
Such a shame
This places was just crammed with collectables. It is a real shame that is has stopped trading. You could easily lose a few hours in here.
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Review of Sue Ryder Care
23 May 08, 12:56
I agree
I completely agree with the other review. This place would truly benefit from shutting for a spring clean day. It is not difficult to keep a place clean and prople would be more inclined to spend in here if they didn't feel the need to wipe their feet on the way OUT!
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Review of Witheridge Newsagents
23 May 08, 11:38
Tiny and never open
This newsagents is tucked away behind the square in Witheridge.Not only hard to find, it is tiny and can't store much stock and 99 percent of the time it is closed! Rubbish
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Review of Northam Fish Bar
22 May 08, 13:03
I'm sure its gone
I don't remember seeing this place when i last walked through Northam. I am sure it has closed down which is a real shame because the fish and chips were great!
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Review of Cutting Edge
22 May 08, 12:47
Always busy
This hair dressers is always busy and that is a good sign. Once when i asked for an appointment i felt like the staff were 'checking me out' almost critisizing my hair in their heads. I felt very uneasy about myself in here and i have heard they are very expensive.
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Review of Mfi Furniture Centre
21 May 08, 13:42
Don't bother
Well, if you do manage to find a piece you like in this branch of MFI then good luck when it is delivered. I have never had an item delivered that contains all the bits it should.I went back into the Roundswell branch to ask for the missing bits and was told i had to go home and call their customer hotline!!!!
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Review of Wimpy
21 May 08, 13:30
Errrr i wish it still was!
This place was ok when it was a wimpy. But they have changed it into simply the worst KFC outlet i have ever visited. Staff are rude and don't care, they also need some cooking training in my opinion as every time i have visited with my partner, we have always been ill afterwards.
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Review of Comet Group
21 May 08, 12:49
Staff in the know???
I went in here recently to buy a memory card for a games console. Granted, i had no idea what i was after but i kind of expected the staff at an electrical store to know when i explained it to them. It took 3 members of staff to decide what i needed, even then it was very expensive, i got home and it was totally wrong! Grrrr
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Review of Dolphin Motors
21 May 08, 11:37
Scruffy
When i called my insurance company to get breakdown assistance, they sent Dolphin Motors. The trucks are bright pink and hard to miss. Although he had clear directions to get to me he got lost on counless occasions and i was waiting for well over an hour. When he arrived he was scruffy and didn't really seem to know what to do. Quite happy to tow the car away without a proper look.
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Review of Prodrive The Driver Trainers
21 May 08, 11:35
I don't know why i bothered.
When i was learning to drive, i used Pro drive first. The instructor was very pushy, trying to get me to commit to a bulk amount of lessons that were expensive. The teaching style was aggressive and made me feel under constant pressure. I left after a few lessons.
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Review of The Decks
16 May 08, 09:05
Im sure this has closed
It is a shame if the rumours are true that this place has closed. It was a good sized venue that served good quality food. Ideal for large parties, they would do all they could to cater for any amount of people
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Review of Fred's
14 May 08, 19:31
what??
I may be completely wrong, and my apologies f i am but in the 5 years i lived in this town i have never ever seen this place? Did it ever exist or is it made up?
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Review of Bengal Tiger
14 May 08, 18:36
Gonner???
I am pretty sure that the bengal tiger has been closed down fo a while now. A bit pokey and food was so so. So that may be the reason why!
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Review of Butchers Arms
14 May 08, 18:21
No longer there
The butchers used to be one of the best pubs ever. Located at the bottom of the hill in Alswear. They used to do steak eating competitions. Such fun! It really is a shame it is no longer there.
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Review of Aller Cross Service Station
14 May 08, 17:36
Gone
As far as i am aware i am afraid to say that this garage no longer exists. If my memory serves me well, it is replaced with a fabric shop. Not much help for a flat tyre!
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Review of Letts Rent It
14 May 08, 17:18
Eh?
Letts rent it boasts being one of the biggest letting agents in the area. Well i can tell you i have tried on several occasions to find somewhere new to rent and they never ever have anything on their books! Hardly big to me!
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Review of Furniture Warehouse
14 May 08, 15:45
Don't do it!
This place is terrible! I don't know how they are still in business. I am really upset that i have to give them a star! They took a high price for a sofa from me, delivered it to my house and it was in a terrible state! The feet were scratched and chipped and the leather torn from the delivery journey. I asked for a new one and was pretty much ignored. This went on for weeks until i went in to the store to rant at them eventually i got a new sofa. EVENTUALLY! Bad show, don't bother with these guys!
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Review of Buzz Hair Design
14 May 08, 13:41
Where are you???
I was desperate to find somewhere to get my hair cut one day, somewhere i may not need an appointment. Someone told me about Buzz. Could i find it?? Well it took me bloomin ages. It is tucked away down a tiny tiny side stree near the back of marks and sparks. I gave up in the end!
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Review of Ouch Piercing
14 May 08, 13:12
Not sure if its still here
To be honest i am not sure if Ouch piercing is still going, but when i went there years ago to have a piercing it did exactly what it said on the tin! It was agony! I have had many piercings and tattoos but none so painful. I was dealt with by a butcher i'm sure!
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Review of Lloyds Pharmacy
14 May 08, 12:48
Confusing
This branch is always so busy. It is located next to 2 medical centres and parking is a real nightmare! They have two different counters for different prescriptions which can be confusing, best to ask before queing.
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Review of Provident Personal Credit
14 May 08, 09:42
Too true
I agree with Sarah S. This branch is full of glorified loan sharks. Charging so much interest to people in a sticky situation. Borrowing off these people will ultimatly just make your money situation worse.
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Review of NatWest
14 May 08, 09:35
Are you open or not?
At the weekend this branch closes it's counters but leaves self service machines open. It is confusing as there are still staff sat behind the counter. Look carefully for the tiny signs telling you if they are open or not otherwise you look like a right plonker waiting around for staff to ignore you
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Review of Private Collection Ladies Fashion
13 May 08, 22:51
Overpriced
Yes the clothes in here are lovelly and fit well, but there really is no need to have such a massive mark up on a bit of material. It is silly. Also, i have no idea why the staff feel it is ok to look you up and down inspecting your outfit as soon as you enter the shop! Grrrr
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Review of Early Learning Centre
13 May 08, 22:39
I'm sure this place has gone
A real shame. The Early Learning Centre was so pro kids....little ones and big kids (mum and dad!) It was full of fab toys and the staff were so much fun.
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Review of Wise
13 May 08, 18:27
Un organised
All the dealings i have ever had with Wise Recruitment point the finger to the fact that they are very un organised, paperwork getting lost, forgetting to phone and / or fax. Nightmare.
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Review of Printshop UK
13 May 08, 18:10
Bothered???
I called this business not long ago to enquire about getting some printing done. To be honest i didn't appreciate the attitude on the phone. They couldn't really be bothered to help. I went elsewhere.
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Review of John Menzie (U K)
13 May 08, 15:48
Gone but not forgotten
Dave L. I remember there being 2 John Menzies in Barnstaple!! At each end of the high street if my memories serves me well! I can't even think what is in place of them now!
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Review of Buddies Girls
12 May 08, 12:49
Arghhhhhhhh!!!!
I found out last night that unfortunatly both branches of buddies have closed. This is a real shame. The shops were brilliant and will be missed.
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Review of Chichester Arms
08 May 08, 13:36
Ewwwwww
I agree with Adrian M and Dave L. I have stopped going in here with friends. We don't trust the state of the kitchen and we can never seem to get a complete round of drinks. We all have varied tastes from beer to bloody mary's and trying to get what we want is a nightmare here.
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Review of Portman Building Society
06 May 08, 13:31
Brittania
I'm pretty sure the Portman is now the Britannia. Just near the quay of Bideford, you have to look hard for it because it is tucked away.
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Review of DJ Jude
06 May 08, 13:16
Stop bouncing around
This DJ is quite possibly one of the most annoying people on the planet! She was not up to scratch at the New Years Eve celebrations in Bideford, so much so that she had food thrown at her!! Not nice! All in all, i wouldn't hire her for my kids party.
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Review of Cosmi-Cuts
06 May 08, 12:57
No its not
This place is not open anymore and i agree with the other review, thank goodness it has gone. It was filled up with absolute tat. Not a chemist more a jumble sale
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Review of Moss Pharmacy
06 May 08, 12:51
I agree
Just because you have a fancy green cross in your logo doesn't mean that you are better than anyone else. A chemist is a chemist and you all stock the same things. If the staff in here cheered up a bit i'm sure business would boom.
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Review of Chic O Land
06 May 08, 12:21
Rubbish!
I really am not a fan of this place. The staff are great and very friendly but the food is not up to standard. Absoluetly everything seems to be deep fried, the salads seem to of been sat for far too long and it is very expensive.
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Review of Stallones Night Clubs
06 May 08, 11:37
Name change?
The owners of Stallones seem to think that if they change the name of this place that it will transform into a decent club. Usually full of youngsters drinking far too much, this really isn't my bag. There is usually drink offers on before 10pm if you fancy it
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Review of Warners UK
30 Apr 08, 12:34
Not there anymore
Warners is no longer in Atlantic Village. It has been replaced by Camille which is also a lingerie shop. It sells good quality lingerie at fab prices, and offers a measuring service too.
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Review of Puma UK
28 Apr 08, 12:33
Is no longer here
Puma has been replaced in Atlantic Village. This was a shame but there is another sports outlet in the mall. The shop it has been replaced with is worth a look if your up there.
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Review of Nicklebys
25 Apr 08, 13:39
Has gone also
Nicklebys used to be a great shop for men and women. Trendy styles and at good prices, but unfortunatly this is another store that had gone from this outlet mall. A shame
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Review of Kangaroo Poo
25 Apr 08, 13:34
Is no longer there
The unit that Kangaroo Poo moved into in Atlantic village seems to be cursed somehow. I havn't known a business last more that 6 months in this place. A shame, but its gone.
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Review of Clinton Cards
24 Apr 08, 12:54
Can i have a gold plated one please?
Clinton charge stupid prices for their Greeting cards. I refuse to go in and be tempted by the little grey fuzzy bears bearing the sign 'i love you pookie' which will set you back a tenner. I would rather give my loved one a card made from an old envelope, macaroni and glitter than pay these prices
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Review of Bay Trading Co
24 Apr 08, 11:27
Strange feeling
I have never been a fan of Bay Trading. I have always been made to feel like i dont belong in here. The staff peer at you as you browse and seem far more interested in chatting about their boyfriends or the colour of their dogs new collar to serve you or to take an interest in your questions.
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Review of Spar Stores
22 Apr 08, 12:54
So near so spar
A spar is a spar. It is overpriced and has a poor selection. The staff are generally ok but if you catch them on a bad day, you had best wear your protective goggles and crash hemet. It would somehow make up for the really high prices if they could force a smile.
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Review of Bideford Bay Stores
18 Apr 08, 12:31
Ah the typical holiday park shop
Overpriced food, which generally consists of frozen meals and sweets. It is also littered with holiday park accessories... frisbys, plastic skittles and skipping ropes. I believe no one in their right mind would visit this shop if they were planning on buying constructive ingredients.
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Review of Park Resort
18 Apr 08, 12:28
'' At Park Resorts you're number one''
The famous slogan of park resorts - you're number one! Not 100% true! I have spent a lot of time at this park and the idea of buying one of the grossly overpriced holiday homes they have to offer is shoved down your throat at every opportunity.With posters everywhere telling you what a wonderful idea it is and a sales team that will pounce like a starved lioness at any moment. There is lots to do on this park which would be fun if you were left alone to enjoy it!
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Review of The Ganges
10 Apr 08, 13:35
The first time was the last
This was the first restaurant i visited when i moved to the area. The food was bland and tasteless. Overpriced and the service was awfull. In fact, shortly after i visited the Ganges, it was burnt down! Maybe it should of stayed that way.
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Review of Vinnies Cafe
10 Apr 08, 12:31
I didn't know beans could swim!
Well all your food swims if you are in Vinnies Cafe. If you like to drink fat as part of your stable diet then vinnies is for you. But if you would like to live beyond the age of 30 then stay well clear!
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