Asda (Shop)

Advantages: Vast Range of Products. Value For Money. Some Stunning (Non-Food) Bargains. George Clothes. Fewer "Trick" Offers.
Disadvantages: Dodgy Trolleys. Huge Check Out Queues.

...In the simplest of terms, ASDA is a nationwide "superstore" chain. My definition of the word "superstore" is as primarily a grocery store, with ancillary departments - clothes, electricals etc, rather like those in a department store. To fully qualify as a superstore in 2006, they will also have to retail petrol. In short a one stop shop if you like. ASDA - Associated Northern Dairies, a good old homespun north of England company yes? Well once upon ...
...4,300 stores worldwide. Whilst ASDA in this country is not THAT powerful, due to well established, larger, competition from Tesco, and to a lesser extent Sainsburys and Morrisons, it is still a big brand on the UK supermarket scene. In terms of grocery sales it is the UK's second largest retailer, following Tesco, with Sainsburys in third place. HOW MANY BRANCHES? ASDA have 293 stores in the UK and employ over 117,000 people. HOW MANY VISITED? ... Read review

Advantages: Easy on the bank balance
Disadvantages: Transport probably needed

...shopper at my local Doncaster Asda I thought I would take you on a virtual shopping trip, so sit back and enjoy. The Entrance *************** The entrance to my store can get quite hectic in the busy periods of the day, especially rush hour, that's a killer. The reason for this is a badly placed roundabout with too much traffic volume for the width of the road. They really could do with adding another lane to stop the backlog this causes. Car ...
...childs back is supported. Some Asda stores also have trolleys with the little buggys attatched so your child can have a ride whilst you shop, however these trolleys do prove hard too steer. You can even get mini shopping carts so your child has a little trolley, this can help them feel part of the process and keep them quiet. But do keep an eye on what goes in the trolley. They also have a good selection of specially designed trolleys for ease of ... Read review

Advantages: Some things are cheaper. It makes a change from Tesco
Disadvantages: It's dangerous and full of empty shelves. They can't check stock.

...breeding contempt, I started seeing Asda on the side. It is through no small effort that I have persuaded The Boyfriend that we should shop at Asda in recent weeks. He likes routine, to the point where he is a creature of habit. Unfortunately I have no time for this kind of whinging when there are supermarkets to visit. He put on the same T-Shirt he always wears to go shopping, left at the same time (on a Saturday as always) and had to take me to ...
...of our respective grandmothers. This Asda only ever warranted one visit from us, as despite a good selection of fresh fruit and veg, there were no vegetarian items in stock and it was on the small and stinky side. The biggest issue was the lack of car parking. The few spaces available were ones you had to pay up front for and then claim the money back off your shopping. Oh, and they didn't offer. You had to ask, or rather demand. We decided to try ... Read review

Advantages: Great prices, helpful staff and wide selection of products
Disadvantages: Drivers who abuse the disabled and parent & child parking places !

...always pick the largest - Asda Walmart Supercenter in Havant, Hampshire. ------------------------------- - About Asda Walmart - ------------------------------- Asda was originally formed by a group of Yorkshire farmers, and became part of the Walmart group in 1999. With over 122,000 employees, it has been voted a "Top 10" UK employer for several years running, and has also been awarded the Nestle Social Commitment Award in 2002. Asda Walmart ...
...encounter the Audio Visual department. Asda Walmart carries a very well stocked selection of DVD's, CD's and computer software at very competitive prices. As well as this, they also sell a range of televisions, DVD and CD players and Freeview boxes. Next to the Audio Visual section, you will find the homeware department. Here, you can buy a whole load of items for the home, from cutlery and cushions to fridges and freezers - again at very competitive ... Read review

Advantages: see review
Disadvantages: see review

...my experiences of shopping in Asda in Swindon, many miles from where I live, but occasionally I like a change from my usual supermarket (waitrose) and so am happy to travel for a different experience. Asda is part of the American Wall mart chain and I have happy memories of browsing the aisles of Wall Mart in Tucson and bagging many bargains, so how does this English alternative shape up? Come with me on a virtual tour to find out! The car park ...
...have to already. I think Asda could do more to ensure these spaces are left free for those who need them as Waitrose do. Trolleys ******* There are always plenty of trolleys available at this store even at busy times. I noticed several different types including ones with baby seats and straps, ones that can accommodate a baby car seat and trolleys for those with disabilities. All trolleys have always looked in good, clean condition. The entrance ... Read review