Unique

For the independent shopper - why choose Darlington for shopping? Because it is different! It has quality, style and choice from a wide range of unique shops, which you simply won't find elsewhere.

Why not join our FREE 'unique' members' scheme which will give you great offers and discounts at many of Darlington's independent shops?

In Darlington's stylish 'Imperial Quarter' (Grange Road, Coniscliffe Road, Skinnergate and Duke Street), you will find fabulous designer boutiques such as: Joseph M, Chestnut, van Mildert, Leggs Fashion, Geoffrey Gillow and Kate Saint.  They are all regularly frequented by regional media personalities looking for something that they won't see on someone else!

Classy gift store The Silver Shop and Bliss Gifts can both provide that special gift and nearby Gallerina and Houndgate Café Gallery seduce you with affordable art and ceramics at their exciting galleries. 

Find sumptuous home furnishings at Origins, Cooks & Kitchens and House Indigo plus affordable antiques at Darlington Antiques Centre. Contemporary florists Carl Banks and Claire Metcalfe complement the heady shopping mix.

Then relax over a stylish lunch or speciality coffee at one of many delightful bistros, bars or Continental eateries in the Imperial Quarter. Choose from ever-popular Italian at Foffano's, Joe Rigatoni's or Pizza Express, washed down with award-winning real ale at Number Twenty 2 Alehouse and Canteen.

Whatever you are looking for, Darlington definitely has it!