Directories

This category lists sites which are directories for a wide range of UK on-line shopping-related sites. Directories categorise their listings and users generally drill down through categories from general to specific to find the shopping sites they are looking for. On-line malls which host a variety of shops may also be listed here.

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All Over The UK - On-line shopping directory listing sites by category, with free classified ads.
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Holic - On-line shopping directory listing links by category.
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All The Brands In The UK - A portal to help find the official home pages of famous brands from the worlds of fashion, electronics and entertainment.
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High Street Net - Categorised directory of high street and online shopping sites.
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British Mail-Order - Direct links to companies selling British products by mail-order.
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Edirectory - Variety of different stores selling a range of products.
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Shoppersworld - Offering gift ideas and other products to buy online from a range of retailers.
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Catalink - Lists catalogues with everything from CDs to gardening and baby clothes.
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Estreet - Categorised directory of retailers, sections include sport and home and garden. Additionally offers e-commerce shop development.
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Alternative Shopping Guide - Listing of alternative and environmentally friendly shops, with sections that include entertainment, kids and superstores.
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Artesan - Directory of artisans, artists and craftsmen who provide products and services for the home.
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3D Shopper - Virtual 3D shopping directory [requires Flash], also features a map.
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Organic Gustoguide - Small directory of organic shops, box schemes, butchers and restaurants.
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Guardian Unlimited: Shopping - News and advice about online shopping plus reviews and links to retailer web sites including food, music, gifts, games, computers, clothes, home and garden, motoring and computers.
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Sausage Fans - Promoting the preservation of the great British sausage through recipes, a sausage shop locator, and a mailing list.
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Shop.com - Offers gifts, clothes, music, books and electronics, with free mail order catalogue service.
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Elite Highway - Offering baby, pet, sporting and health goods and travel services. Contact information.
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The Goldsmiths' Company Directory - Features an illustrated directory of designers in contemporary silverware, jewelry and art medals.
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