Grocery Stores in Christchurch, Dorset

“If there was an option for 10 Stars, then that's what I'd give them. This SA shop is most definitely one of the best in the UK. Well stocked and really friendly and helpful staff. The biltong is probably the nicest in the UK! There is no cheap or quick visits here. You WILL need to ensure you take in just the right amount you intend on spending in CASH if you need to budget or be able to say 'no' to something you dont really need. Or you blink and you're tapping the plastic for a £200 spend when you only went for a box of Pronutro!!! Trust me it's a fact! Honestly.”

“I just love the place. When I'm in Poundland, I'm always trying to second-guess which items are cross-subsidising other items.But in Home Bargains, without the handicap of the "everything's a pound" gimmick, you just get great value for money on every individual item.This is a decent size store, with a broad range of stuff. Most of my purchases are probably from the toiletries, DIY, motoring and cleaning sections. Also pre-packed simple food items e.g. spices are exceptional value.A word of praise for the staff - I find them to be cheerful and pleasant people, one and all.Plenty of car parking here, and easy to find on the main road into Christchurch from the western (Bournemouth) direction.Update March 22 - Just want to add that the shelves are always well-stocked, as indeed they were throughout the Covid era and shortage of lorry drivers. In this sense, Home Bargains is doing a much better job than stores like Wilko who seem to have huge supply chain issues, and gaps on the shelves every time I go in.Update Jan 23 - last autumn the store expanded to take on the vacant unit next door. This has almost doubled the floor space, so the range they're able to stock now is very broad indeed.Update Nov 23 - Wilko has gone under, and hardly anything is still a pound in Poundland, but Home Bargains is flying the flag as ever. Simply a great retailer.Go here first, before looking elsewhere ...”

“All the staff are lovely and friendly always up for a conversation, the staff go above and beyond for customer service with general shop experience and parcel collections/drop offs
That have an amazing selection of food products hot and cold which a decent snack collection too
Couldn’t ask for a better shop”

“Went In Friday night about 21.30 tall young man with glasses unfortunately did not get his name on his badge I am a care worker I was tired and not with it..but he was charming polite and cautious made my day well done young man”

“First visit since COVID began and I have to say the systems were good, stock levels were also good but what stood out was the staff. They were excellent and a credit to the store.”

“Convenient with many choices of food and drink however some products can be on the pricey side. Items are discounted regularly though and if you can deal with a small loss of quality, your visits can become mush cheaper.”

“Products are coming in now and prices have come down a bit. A bit of Q when paying. There are a few offers too and shelves are now filled but there is still staff shortage and aisles full of product. Nearly most of the products are better priced compared to Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury and other supermarkets. The manager is amazing and very helpful. It is suitable for anyone who wants to get their daily shopping needs. Thank you and have a great day ??”

“Great place to shop although it's often not easy to find someone to ask for help. Lovely chatty Canadian lady on the checkout, maybe Lidl could help her with a flight home to see her mum!”

“This is the literal Tardis of Sainsburys branches. Shop front seems quite small when you arrive but the inside is HUGE. Massive clothing department with a brilliant range of children's clothes (always struggle to find clothes for my son locally) and I was very impressed.”

“I love M&S food with only a few exceptions. I always pop in when I don't know what I fancy because I am always inspired and never disappointed.
The staff are so kind and helpful, you never feel rushed.”

“What a great staff team this store has! Nothing is to much. Friendly and very helpful it a credit to Tesco. There is one lady there that whatever is thrown at her has the upmost respect . Lovely little store and petrol station. Many thanks Sam x”

“Pretty classic local co-op. A reasonable size with pretty much everything you need and some specialist stuff as well. Prices a bit above average but to be expected for the location. Self service checkouts ensure there is no queuing once you’ve found what you want”