Birmingham Shopping

  1. Bonds Books

    Well-known independent bookstore, about 10 minutes' bus journey from the centre.

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  2. Bullring

    Another option for serious retail therapy is the Bullring, a hellhole-turned-gleaming mall boasting '26 football pitches worth of shops, boutiques and restaurants'. The Selfridges department store is worth a visit for the architecture alone.

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  3. Custard Factory

    One of the most unique, quirky places to shop in Birmingham, full of original, independent shops. So named because the building was constructed a century ago by custard magnate Sir Alfred Bird, this fantastic, eye-catching development is a memorable place to buy things you never knew you wanted. Funky niche shops are dotted between an arts and media centre; try the Urban Village for some retro-chic clothing and furnishings.

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  4. Jewellery Quarter

    The obvious place for unique local shopping in Birmingham. Much of the jewellery manufactured in England comes from this region and there are more than a hundred shops selling traditionally handcrafted gold and silver jewellery, watches and more. The Museum of the Jewellery Quarter has leaflets detailing notable retail outlets and artisans.

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  5. Waterstone's

    A big chain bookstore with another branch at 128 New St.

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