What to do and see in West Midlands, England: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

November 6, 2021 Tonie Szymanski

Discover the best top things to do in West Midlands, United Kingdom including Sports Stars Memorabilia, TokyoToys, Grandpa’s Sweet Shop, I Had One of Those, The Drinks Emporium Birmingham, Guthrie & Ghani Ltd, The Chocolate Quarter, Classic Diamonds, The Diskery, Platinum Jewellers.
Restaurants in West Midlands

1. Sports Stars Memorabilia

Rear of 74-80 Walsgrave Road The Courtyard, 2-Tone Village, Coventry CV2 4ED England +44 7534 017621 [email protected] http://www.sportstars.org.uk
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5.0 based on 32 reviews

Sports Stars Memorabilia

Hall of fame memorabilia/sportstars are providers of both signed and unsigned memorabilia. We provide autographed items including football, rugby,boxing,snooker,golf,horse racing,cricket,motorsport,music, film and tv. We also have lots of unsigned memorabilia,including posters, badges,key rings,mugs,coasters,and much more. We are based at the 2 tone village and therefore specialise in 2 tone related merchandise.

2. TokyoToys

31 Corporation Street, Birmingham B2 4LS England +44 20 3370 8916 https://www.facebook.com/TokyoToysUK/
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

TokyoToys

3. Grandpa’s Sweet Shop

13 Enville Road, Wall Heath, Kingswinford DY6 0JT England +44 1384 270146 [email protected] http://www.grandpassweetshop.co.uk
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Grandpa’s Sweet Shop

4. I Had One of Those

31 York Road Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7SA England +44 121 443 1029 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/ihoot14/
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

I Had One of Those

Reviewed By Ladytrance - Birmingham, United Kingdom

Great little shop off the high street in kings heath, Birmingham.. All things you remember from the past (Toys, cards, games,postcards,sweets etc).. Friendly staff and plenty to see.. They even display 'donations' you bring in from your own past and so other people can enjoy them also...

5. The Drinks Emporium Birmingham

217 Aston Road, Birmingham B6 4LH England +44 121 271 0000 [email protected] http://www.thedrinksemporium.com
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5.0 based on 99 reviews

The Drinks Emporium Birmingham

A specialist wine and drinks merchant with a tasting room, wall to wall spirits, a mouth watering choice of fine and eclectic wines, boutique and craft beers from around the world and one of largest champagne gift collections in the UK. Located less than half a mile from Birmingham City Centre we hold wine schools & tasting events every week, and have a climate controlled 'Fine & Rare' room. Hailed as one of the UK's premier drinks destinations.

6. Guthrie & Ghani Ltd

169 Alcester Road Moseley, Birmingham B13 8JR England +44 121 449 8419 [email protected] http://www.guthrie-ghani.co.uk
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5.0 based on 53 reviews

Guthrie & Ghani Ltd

Guthrie & Ghani is a treasure trove of delights for anyone who loves to sew, knit, crochet and be crafty! We offer a friendly welcoming service in our gorgeous store where the expert staff can help and advise you on planning a new project. We sell a large variety of top quality dressmaking, home interiors and crafting fabrics along with all the tools and notions you'll need to get creative. We also offer a large range of sewing and crafting workshops in our amazing light and bright studio above the shop so all levels of abilities. It's an amazing place to spend an evening or day sewing and learning new skills.

Reviewed By Jenny12385 - Solihull, United Kingdom

Finally got round to booking and attending a class and it was just as I had hoped. A relaxing evening where I could learn a new skill in a small group. Lauren has a beautiful shop which made me nostalgic for dressmaking as a child. She was a great teacher and the small group meant she could give individual help as required. Felt I had really learnt some good basics and could be confident to knit at home and try my own projects. Level 2 sounds interesting too! Would highly recommend.

7. The Chocolate Quarter

1A Spencer Street, Birmingham B18 6DD England +44 7500 893277 [email protected] http://www.thechocolatequarter.com/
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

The Chocolate Quarter

Luxury chocolate gifts from our new and exciting luxury chocolate shop based in Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter. We provide luxury chocolate gifts as an alternative to the mediocre, mass produced and tasteless chocolates available in supermarkets and high streets. Everything we do is based on two core principals. Only the best ingredients will do and people will always come back for good chocolate. You will find luxury chocolate gifts, intricate chocolate sculptures. Handmade, intense and uniquely flavoured artisan chocolate truffles. Luxury and bespoke gift boxes perfect for special occasions or to really impress your corporate clients. All available in our chocolaterie based in Birmingham or online We provide an unparalleled taste experience and are well worth the indulgence.

Reviewed By MichaelWalden

The Truffle Making experience was fantastic and completely worth the money for anyone who loves chocolate. Everyone was so kind and polite to us during our experience and were so patient that we spent 3 hours in the store when the page estimates around 2. The COVID measures in place were great with hand sanitiser and check in QR code provided and all staff wearing visors and gloves to handle food. The staff were also able to cater to nut allergies and to provide alcohol free drinks on request. I fully recommend the Truffle Experience, learning about where chocolate actually comes from and what higher quality chocolate tastes like. Hand piping, chocolate coating and decorating truffles was very fun which we took home in presentation boxes. To finish our day off we had a huge chocolate fondue set with their own liquid milk chocolate (which you have the option to choose from dark, milk or white) which is delicious and surprisingly not sickly. We were treated with such kindness and welcoming during our entire stay and they made the whole day very special for the guest I brought for their birthday. The chocolate itself in the store is very high quality and tasting the Chocolate Quarter’s chocolate makes you realise how sugary and sickly other chocolate is. I cannot fault any part of our experience or anything about any interaction with anyone in the shop.

8. Classic Diamonds

16 Vyse Street Hockley, Birmingham B18 6LE England +44 121 554 8877 [email protected] http://www.classicdiamonds.co.uk
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5.0 based on 99 reviews

Classic Diamonds

Classic Diamonds is a family run business offering diamond engagement rings and diamond set jewellery that is crafted for you with generations of experience, based in the famous Jewellery Quarter Birmingham United Kingdom

Reviewed By sattie24 - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

I was so scared when I decided it was time to buy an engagement ring. It was daunting. I am not really into jewellery but didn't want to get it wrong. I needed guidance. On top of that I had had some negative experiences at a couple of jewellers previously when, as a woman, I was going to buy a ring for my girlfriend. Yes it's 2020 but some people still say 'ohhhh, ok, right' in a tone that makes you run. Classic Diamonds however were not those people. I met Nicki first, when I mentioned who I was buying for, she quite rightly didn't bat an eyelid. She helped me and then passed me over to Jon. He had the patience of a Saint. In total I spent nearly 3hrs with him as he helped me understand (my way!) every aspect of the ring. He took time to learn about my girlfriend which in turn helped him suggest designs I hadn't considered. He didn't rush me, if he was fed up of my questions - he didn't show it. He worked within my given budget, no pressure to exceed it. When I explained I couldn't 'visualise' things and I had to physically see them he and Nicki found physical designs I could hold. In the end, I walked out having designed a ring and then waited to pick it up. Within a month it was ready and what a stunning ring it was. Perfect in every way. Jon had listened to everything I said and created the most beautiful ring which my new fiancée loves - and I love. It was all so great, we went back and got my gorgeous solitaire ring from the team too. Im due course our wedding bands will be purchased from Classic Diamonds too. It's a shame an engagement ring isn't something you buy regularly as I would love to spend all that time designing it again! I can't believe I am writing this - but it was a fun experience. Painless. If you want jewellery made by a team who really care about not only their products but customers too, alongside taking pride in their work - Classic Diamonds should be your First and last stop. Thank you Jon, Nicki and Wendy!

9. The Diskery

99-102 Bromsgrove Street, Birmingham B5 6QB England +44 121 622 2219 http://thediskery.com
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

The Diskery

10. Platinum Jewellers

40 Vyse Street, Birmingham B18 6JY England +44 121 523 6900 [email protected] http://www.platinumjewellers.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Platinum Jewellers

Welcome to Platinum Jewellers. Based in the heart of Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, we are specialists in Platinum and 18ct Gold Engagement Rings, Wedding Rings and Eternity Rings. We have a selection of both plain & diamond set wedding rings and a selection of patterned cut samples for you to look at. We have a selection of earrings in stock. Along with a large range of Deakin & Francis Cufflinks. We hope you enjoy viewing our collection, please do not hesitate to contact us - whatever your requirements.

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