Hobbycraft Farnborough

We were on the last day of a great holiday (which we spent mainly in London and doing various activities) so we decided to have a wee nosey locally.My closest Hobbycraft at home is many miles away so I rarely visit, but I love it.This Hobbycraft is a gem of a place filled with enough items to spark even the least creative of minds.To me it was like Aladdin’s cave.There are rare to find items and quirky deals like “pick and mix” - a large choice of loose beads of every size and colour that works exactly like the sweets version - pick a tub - then fill it!They have the shop organised well - devoting an area to each craft - and I found it easy to navigate.From baking, knitting, papercraft, kids crafts, craft kits, painting, drawing, colouring, dressmaking, jewellery making, tie dyeing, gift wrapping, party supplies and every other craft known to man - they have a bit of everything.They not only have craft items though, they do have every conceivable types of artists supplies.I found a gorgeous range of card that was new to me and lovely cellophane bags.Masses of choice of tags, ribbons and tissue paper were also a hit and everything is of a really high quality.I believe the shop also do demonstrations, although none were happening during my visit - I did see evidence of it.I’m disabled and have cognitive impairment - this affects my spacial awareness.It also affects my eyesight, memory and reading skills.My only criticism of the shop relates to this.Luckily, the shop was empty when I visited as there isn’t much space to move around - they have so many items and narrow aisles.This might affect other disabled customers, especially those in wheelchairs.I also struggled at times to find prices on or around items which was frustrating.I’m general though I think this is a fabulous shop well worth a visit to anyone interested in arts or craft.

A decent selection of supplies and very friendly staff, but not as big as the Woking branch

I had to make a special poster for my sister's party and am don't have much artistic ability! This shop was a revelation with all the amazing stock - a real Aladdins Cave. I explained to one of the very helpful ladies what I was doing and what I was looking for and she was brilliant showing me lots of different ideas and made some great suggestions. She was so enthusiastic about her job and was so helpful. Made shopping there (the Farnborough branch) a really pleasant experience.

Lovely people. Went in for a pile of stuff and the hugely helpful folk managed to find the bits and bobs I needed. A treasure trove of a place, with more stuff than my crafty house can hold.

So much stock and a very interesting place, always buy more than I go in there for. Customer service is good too

What a fabulous shopping experience! Glen made our day, and made me spend far more than I ever intended! Give this guy a rise!

One of my favorite places. It’s a one stop shop for all art, craft, sewing and baking needsThe team in this store are super friendly.Social distancing is strictly maintainedThe merchandising standards are of very high. I would highly recommend this store.Parking is not an issue. This store is located near other retailers making life easy

Love the convenience of 2 hrs free parking directly outside of the shop

Some nice deals for Christmas. Grand-daughter loves their craft sets. Quite a few things at a higher price than else where. Friendly staff.

The one place to visit for anyone with a love for any type of crafting.There's stuff here that makes you wonder what it is all used for! Plenty to choose from