I wouldnt say they were helpful or friendly quite the opposite-are you related to them at all? Ko Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I live 5 mins walk from Plough DIY and the other > shops along that parade. I would really hate to > see an M&S Simply Food there. I like the fact that > there are good local shops that service everyday > needs. > > The Post Office is really useful and there are > other shops there I regularly use, eg newsagents, > grocery shops, florist etc. Plough DIY is always > very busy and there's always a queue in there - I > love that shop - they're always really helpful > with advice. The shops seem to do fine because > although there is passing trade from people going > to Dulwich Park and the library, more important is > the fact these are shops that people need and use > everyday. > > Re new shops - I think another coffee shop would > be a welcome addition to Jacks.