Shopping in Darlington

With over 400 shops to choose from, Darlington has something for everyone, from the shopaholic to the browser - and because Darlington is so compact, well laid out and easy to get around, it's a stress-free and very enjoyable experience! You can guarantee you'll need more than one day to see it all. For details about Darlington's quality accommodation visit 'Hotels and B&B in Darlington'

Whether buying something for you or a gift for someone else, Darlington caters for all tastes and ages. Offering a selection of fashion shops for him and her, as well as outlets for jewellery, beauty products, toys, games, music, books, pets and up-to-date suppliers for the latest computers and technology.

With a series of medieval-like lanes, known as “Yards” and “Wynds”, link the main shopping streets, revealing hidden, speciality shops in original, architectural surroundings!

The classy, Imperial Quarter, with its designer boutiques, distinctive home furnishings and original gift stores is a must for the discerning shopper who has an eye for the exotic or unique - with its continental cafes and award-winning alehouse, it has a very up-market feel.

Darlington also has four indoor shopping areas, clicking on the links for them below will display information regarding what shops you can expect to find and their opening times;

• Binns - House of Fraser
• Cornmill Shopping Centre
• Queens Arcade
• Victorian Market Hall
• Topoli Joe - Saviour of your shopping-sanity

Binns - House of Fraser
With over one hundred brand names to choose from, Binn's offers you the very best that money can buy. Located within a victorian building, Binns is situated on High row, right in the heart of town. There's a total of five floors you can wander around - LG, G, 1, 2 & 3 and a vast number of ares on each floor including: womensware, ladies fashion accessories, mensware, mens accessories, childrenswear, beauty and homewares. Visit their web site for a fuller picture!

Cornmill Shopping Centre
With close to 50 shops, the Cornmill Shopping Centre offers you complete shopping inside. The first choice for fashion, bringing you the latest styles for men, women and children, together with jewellery, shoes and accessories. Music too, books, hi-fi & videos, toys, sports gear and stationery, in fact everything you could want under one roof.

Queens Arcade
With over 20 shops the Queens Arcade offers you a unique shopping experience. Bringing you fresh produce of vegetables, meat and flowers .....Music too, books, hi-fi & videos and stationery. Situated in a recently refurbished modern arcade.

Victorian Market Hall

Indoor market - Situated in the very heart of Darlington, the 70 stalls which form the famous victorian Indoor Market offer an unbeatable combination of choice, quality and value! With everything from hardware to fresh food, clothing, and footwear to toys and cards, there's something for the whole family. Enjoy shopping in it's warm, friendly atmosphere - and then relax with a cup of coffee and a light snack or bite to eat.

Out door market - Sill recognised as one of the North's finest outdoor markets, Darlington market is open twice weekly. There are over 150 stalls, all offering a huge, unrivalled selection of household goods, hardware, DIY, carpets, music and much more. All in one convenient central location.

Farmers market - On 3rd Friday of each month in market square 9am - 4pm
French markets - Every April and September

Further Information
For further details about traveling to Darlington:
Visit - Directions to Darlington
Visit - Tourist Information for Darlington