dgsl store front in colchester lion walk

Trainer Cleaning, Shoe & Handbag Repairs in Colchester

Professional trainer cleaning, shoe repairs, shoe shining, and handbag cleaning & restoration for men and women.

Family-run store in Colchester, located at Red Lion Walk, just off the High Street.
Visit us at 14 Red Lion Yard, Colchester.

Collection & drop-off service available across Colchester, Essex, Ipswich & Suffolk
Worldwide shipping available if you can’t get to us.

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5.0
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Liam White
15:23 27 Jul 24
Amazing job , got my balenciagas and Lanvins cleaned and came back sparkling 😍😍will defo come back for more services , super friendly and welcoming 100% recommend - From Jasmin.
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riley armstrong
16:42 23 Jul 24
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Tommy Smith
10:47 17 May 24
Can’t speak highly enough of the service I’ve received from Gareth. The 3 pairs of footwear were in need of some love and they’ve come back looking nearly as new, brilliant stuff
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Nicola G
19:24 11 May 24
I contacted The Handbag Clinic and they quoted £75 for a small repair. DGSL did it for £5!!! Amazing family business and their trainer transformations are really special. Thank you for your help in repairing one of my favourite bags.
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Joe Upson
21:05 08 May 24
Amazing service. Sorted my shoes out right in front of me. Couldn’t be more pleased with the results. Stayed past his usual hours to make sure they were done to perfection.
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Matthew Best
14:29 07 May 24
What a fantastic service! I dropped off two pairs of Axel Arigato trainers —one with a tear in the heel and another which were in a really bad way. To my amazement, both pairs came back looking as good, as new (Tear in the heal repaired). I couldn't be happier with the results. I'll definitely be returning in the future for my trainer cleans and repairs! Thank you, Matthew!
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Kelly Giles
17:12 10 Apr 24
Amazing service and so quick
Communication was also incredible
Would highly recommend and will use again
My trainers look brand new
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Dean Dowsett
10:14 30 Mar 24
We have used DGSL a few times now, extremely pleased with the results, brought life back into my Valntino’s , saved me having to buy new ones !! We also took Gucci and Dior ladies bags and really happy with the care taken and the end results!
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James Gant
08:07 30 Mar 24
Great customer service from Gareth, always welcoming with a smile very good at what he does !! If you want your worn sneakers to look box fresh, he’s your guy !!!
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Grant Goss
13:05 15 Mar 24
Fantastic service. Trainers all look brand new. Over the moon with the results.
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Felicity Bell
16:35 09 Mar 24
Friendly and helpful owner, cleaned my trainers quickly whilst we were visiting for the day. They are now good as new.
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lewis meadows
08:00 22 Dec 23
got my versaces cleaned and amazing results, can’t recommend these guys enough, top service and work! 10/10
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Anneli Sandmark
17:23 30 Nov 23
Absolutely amazing service and such nice people! They restored my Ysl bag after having bad colour transfer and I couldn't be happier. I got updates all throughout and the price and time frame was unbeatable. Would 100% recommend!
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Jessica Alice
20:08 09 Nov 23
Amazing service, very friendly and I would 100% recommend 🙏
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Amy Lauren
20:01 09 Nov 23
The most friendly and professional team, the shop is absolutely gorgeous! Wouldn’t go anywhere else 5**** highly recommend 🥰
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Ed Simpson
15:01 09 Nov 23
Gareth and the team are some of the most passionate and knowledgeable people in the industry. Nothing is too much trouble. Gareth is honest with all his customers and if he thinks there is alternative cheaper option he will always put that forward. In these times where everyone is feeling effects of less disposable income the option to have loved items refurbished to an exceptional standard is invaluable.
Keep up the great work DGSL.
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nate dog
14:32 09 Nov 23
Easily the best place to get your shoes looking great again.
The owner of DGSL is also very helpful explaining exactly what he is going to do the the shoes and the outcome. Great service.
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Abby Long
08:02 18 Sep 23
Visited at the weekend and purchased a new pair of trainers. What great service you receive. All the team were so knowledgeable and friendly. Will 100% be returning and recommending. Thanks DGSL 💫
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Luna Licious
11:51 07 Sep 23
Very friendly and attentive.
Linda and her son Gareth were very pleasant informative.
I'll be regular here with all my restorations and cleaning needs.
Thanks again guys
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Paul Jackson
08:23 25 Aug 23
Fantastic and friendly service by Gareth and the team, I can’t recommend highly enough!
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NXT
19:28 19 Aug 23
Always accommodating and welcoming, great at what he does, completely brings shoes back to life! Made my poor dirty shoes white again!
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Louisa Faye
19:01 01 Aug 23
These guys are wonderful! Initially they restored my mulberry handbag and I was over the moon! They sent me updates and pictures of it too! The communication was 5*. Then we took in my mums handbag and it looks wonderful!!!! She is over the moon! Thank you guys! Really reasonably priced and decent, local hardworking people who deserve some recognition 🙂
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Emma Clarke
12:16 08 Jul 23
So pleased with the results of my sons Jordan black cats clean. They look like new again. Fast service and great prices.
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Kristina Diduraite
16:58 23 Jun 23
First class craftsmanship and talent! Amazing service as always. Thank you for all the hard work!
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Maria Ninnim
16:50 22 Jun 23
So attentive and knowledgeable, knew exactly how to treat my suede trainers. Mum and son have a great relationship and really put me at ease that my trainers were in safe hands 👍
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Holly Price
18:34 09 Jun 23
Without a doubt, Gareth is the guy you wanna take your trainers/shoes/handbags to because not only will they be in thr best hands they will come back even better than they started!

I've already recommended Dr G to many of my girlfirends (wedding shoes have been a complete game changer!)

So much cheaper to get your favourite shoes looking new again than having to say goodbye to those comfy favourites - go down and check him out.
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Jordan Adetiba
19:05 18 Jan 23
I got a pair of my Nike Dunks cleaned here and they did an excellent job, highly recommend!
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Tori Lanum
16:59 14 Jul 22
Had my favorite pair of sneakers cleaned here and I’m so happy with the results. I suffer with horrible flat feet and my shoes are the only way I make it through my work day!

Highly recommend!!! Not only do they do a terrific job but they are such kind individuals. If you’re looking to support a small family business then I recommend them. Thank you so much!
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Emily Hill
16:29 08 Jul 21
Was so glad to see somewhere like this locally and even more so when speaking with the owner. He was so knowledgeable and friendly, service was fast and My Gucci trainers are now wearable again for a great price. Highly recommend will definitely use again! Thank you!