From keep-fit gear to arty ceramics, January is a time for bargains in Liverpool. We’ve braved the winter weather to scour the shops for the best buys you can find in our latest What’s In Store.

Keep on track
Natterjack Running, North John Street

If you’re looking to start the year as you mean to go on, this TomTom GPS Watch (£99.99) is the perfect fitness gadget to help you achieve your personal best. Available from Natterjack Running, this easy to use gadget will track your time, distance and pace and give you a unique insight in to your training – which can be viewed from a variety of apps, thanks to its multi-platform compatibility. With its slim design, 10-hour battery life and different training modes available, this is a must buy for both the keen and amateur runners alike.

Foodie heaven
Paperchase, South John Street

If baking and staying organised are at the top of your new year’s resolutions for 2015, then we think Paperchase has just the collection to keep you motivated.
This multi-list book (£8) is designed to help even the busiest of people. With six different sticky notes inside including index tabs and a shopping list, it’s ideal for that hectic weekly shop. You can even tailor the matching recipe file (£15) to your own tastes; the ring binder system makes it easy to add your own ideas, cuttings and inserts. All you need to do is fill it with your own yummy recipes!

DIY travel!
Utility, Bold Street

Paris, London, New York; all are destinations to tick off your bucket list. Well, now you (sort of) can with these fun, easy to assemble models from Utility – and all for the bargain price of £3.99. Featuring iconic landmarks from across the globe, these foam paper models also include interesting facts which you can learn as you build. We think these would be the perfect gift for a seasoned traveller, looking for a quirky keepsake of their travel destinations, or could even be a fun way for children to learn about famous cities near and far!

Swarming success
Bluecoat Display Centre, College Lane

The Bluecoat Display Centre never disappoints when it comes to finding quirky art pieces to love and treasure. One artist showcasing her collection in store is Anna Collette Hunt, who creates an assortment of natural objects that are both bewitching and peculiar. Butterflies, scarabs and dragonflies make up the handmade ceramics in this ‘stirring the swarm’ collection, which is inspired by the scientific study of insects. With Anna’s designs recently fronting an exclusive homeware range for Anthropologie, her art is most definitely in style and is yours to take home from as little as £14.

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