Crown Decorating Centre - Southport

Right, so you're after paint and wallpaper in Southport, eh? Crown Decorating Centre on Eastbank Street is your spot. They're not some fancy independent, but they get the job done. Loads of choice, all the big brands, and those mixing machines so you can get exactly the colour you want. Plus, they hire out equipment, which is handy if you're not a regular DIYer.

Don't just take my word for it – these guys have a solid 5.0 rating from over 140 reviews on Google. That's saying something, isn't it? Opening times are pretty standard: 7:30am to 4:30pm weekdays, then a half day on Saturday 'til midday. Closed Sundays, like most places. Give them a ring on 01704 548274 if you're after something specific.

They're dead easy to find in town. Just head down Eastbank Street, you can't miss it. It's a proper decorating centre, not just a shelf in B&Q.

One thing to bear in mind: parking around there can be a pain. You might have to park up a side street, so give yourself a bit of extra time to find a spot, especially on a Saturday.