Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Ward End shopping experience:
1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Ward End offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Ward End at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.
2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about
3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Ward End? Wrong! If the Ward End is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.
4. Questions - Got a question about Ward End then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....
5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Ward End? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Ward End and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.
6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Ward End wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.
7. Feedback - happy with your Ward End then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.
8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Ward End site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site
9. Contact - got a question about Ward End, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.
10. Payment - ready to pay for your Ward End, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.
Ward End is an area of
Birmingham, England. It covers the area between Saltley, Birmingham, Hodge Hill, Birmingham and Stechford, Birmingham and includes Ward End Park, a public park that has been open for over 100 years.
Ward End territory
Pelham, Ward End in Ward End joins with
Alum Rock, Birmingham in Saltley at the Railway Bridge on Alum Rock Road. Because the transition occurs on the same road, the two areas and their "sub-areas" are closely linked.
The Fox & Goose
The Fox & Goose, a pub and shopping area is situated in the eastern part of Ward End and marks the boundary with Stechford.
Ward End Park
The park, opened in 1904, covers a large part of Ward End. A typical English park, it is heavily populated in the summer months. Ward End Park House is located within the park and dates back to 1759.
The park also has two large multi-sports practice courts, two professional cricket nets, two large play sections and a car park.
Places of Worship
There are a number of places of worship in Ward End, including Emmanuel Christian Fellowship, led by the Rev. Steve Byrne
In addition there are a couple of mosques, located on Alum Rock Road or nearby.
Unusual events
Several unusual events have occurred in Ward End over the years:
In late 1981 and into 1982 the residents of five houses on Thornton Road informed the police that stones had been thrown against their windows at night. The stones had no fingerprints, so a night-time surveillance using infra-red cameras and image-intensifiers was set up. The stone-throwing continued even though no humans were seen. Eventually the Birmingham CID gave up and left the case open.
In late 2004 - early
2005 there were rumours that a man had bit several people on Glen Park Road; described as being black and in his mid-20's he was dubbed the 'Birmingham Vampire.' However the police had received no reports of any attack, and the hospitals had received no bite-victims. The local press was inundated with calls from worried residents in Ward End and the surrounding area. The case has been dismissed as an
urban legend.
In 2006 Tarmac (a heavy building materials company) drew up a list of Britain's 'spookiest roads', with Drews Lane in Ward End coming 10th. Invisible cars are frequently heard on the road.
External links
- Ward End Library
- Photographs of Ward End
- Spooky roads article
- Birmingham Vampire article
Ward End is an area of
Birmingham, England. It covers the area between Saltley, Birmingham, Hodge Hill, Birmingham and
Stechford, Birmingham and includes Ward End Park, a public park that has been open for over 100 years.
Ward End territory
Pelham, Ward End in Ward End joins with Alum Rock, Birmingham in Saltley at the Railway Bridge on Alum Rock Road. Because the transition occurs on the same road, the two areas and their "sub-areas" are closely linked.
The Fox & Goose
The
Fox & Goose, a pub and shopping area is situated in the eastern part of Ward End and marks the boundary with
Stechford.
Ward End Park
The park, opened in 1904, covers a large part of Ward End. A typical English park, it is heavily populated in the summer months. Ward End Park House is located within the park and dates back to 1759.
The park also has two large multi-sports practice courts, two professional cricket nets, two large play sections and a car park.
Places of Worship
There are a number of places of worship in Ward End, including Emmanuel Christian Fellowship, led by the Rev. Steve Byrne
In addition there are a couple of mosques, located on Alum Rock Road or nearby.
Unusual events
Several unusual events have occurred in Ward End over the years:
In late
1981 and into 1982 the residents of five houses on Thornton Road informed the police that stones had been thrown against their windows at night. The stones had no fingerprints, so a night-time surveillance using infra-red cameras and image-intensifiers was set up. The stone-throwing continued even though no humans were seen. Eventually the Birmingham CID gave up and left the case open.
In late
2004 - early 2005 there were rumours that a man had bit several people on Glen Park Road; described as being black and in his mid-20's he was dubbed the 'Birmingham Vampire.' However the police had received no reports of any attack, and the hospitals had received no bite-victims. The local press was inundated with calls from worried residents in Ward End and the surrounding area. The case has been dismissed as an
urban legend.
In
2006 Tarmac (a heavy building materials company) drew up a list of Britain's 'spookiest roads', with Drews Lane in Ward End coming 10th. Invisible cars are frequently heard on the road.
External links
- Ward End Library
- Photographs of Ward End
- Spooky roads article
- Birmingham Vampire article
