If you’re heading to Marks & Spencer Brent Cross, check the local holiday schedule. Easter, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve will mess with your routine. Also, if you’re driving, the Brent Cross car park fills up fast on Saturdays. I’ve spent 20 minutes circling for a spot while my biscuit cravings screamed. Not cute.
And please, for the love of all that is holy, don’t show up at 7:58 PM on a Tuesday thinking you’ll “just grab one thing.” The staff are not impressed. They want to go home and watch The Traitors too. Respect the closing time.
So next time you feel that sudden urge for a M&S Colin the Caterpillar cake or a pair of surprisingly comfortable leggings, look at the clock first. Your future self—and the security guard—will appreciate it.