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QSS Aquarium & Koi Centre

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😠 They may be well established and have good rating but i personally found the staff to be very rude and condescending. They potter about doing their own thing and show very little in the way of customer service or even feeling welcomed. I felt out of place asking anything as the last bloke almost sne... People often mention fish, good, staff, helpful, shop, pond, service, tropical, selection, water,


Address

339 Wakefield Rd, Bradford BD4 7NJ, United Kingdom

Website

www.qssaquarium.co.uk

Contact

+44 1274 728361

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (318 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 5:30 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Monday: 10 am to 4 pm
  • Tuesday: Closed

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: fish (42) good (13) staff (12) helpful (12) shop (12) pond (9) service (8) tropical (8) selection (8) water (7)
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  • 1/5 Gjt T. 1 year ago on Google
    They may be well established and have good rating but i personally found the staff to be very rude and condescending. They potter about doing their own thing and show very little in the way of customer service or even feeling welcomed. I felt out of place asking anything as the last bloke almost sneered in reply. Wont go back. One star because i cant give it zero.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alisha 2 years ago on Google
    Staff were really helpful in answering any questions, clearly know their stuff which was very reassuring. Fish are beautiful here we got ours from here and they have been thriving since we got them (had them for at least 5 months now). Would definitely recommend coming here if buying any aquatic creatures. The fish also looked very healthy/ tanks and general area very clean.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Martin L. 1 year ago on Google
    Went to pick a fish up tonight from work, rang four times between 4 and 5 pm to make sure they were closing at 5.30, once engaged others not answered. Got there for 5.15, due to close at 5.30. The lad was closing up and wasn’t bothered! I can’t keep a fish in a bag in my car all afternoon! He was not bothered and suggested I had left it late to collect it! Have to work and have to travel from work! Poor service! Used them for over 20 years but won’t be going back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Danny R. 1 year ago on Google
    Best tropical fish shop in Bradford district bar none. Great standard of fish and good knowledge too. Been around for years so obviously reputable.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kim H. 1 year ago on Google
    Good shop very friendly and good customer service 👌
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Peter G. 1 year ago on Google
    I purchased 5 Koi on Sunday. I pointed out a dead fish only to be told it’s still breathing. On Tuesday night I found one of mine dead. Rang QSS and was asked about my water balance being ok. I have 30+ fish in there some over 25 years. Sorry won’t use QSS again
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Sarah C. 2 years ago on Google
    Don't buy from here I spent 53 pound on tropical fish and it killed every fish in my tank I rung them and they tried to say it was my water I took some down to shop he tested it and then said water was fine never offered to replace any fish they have cost me around 200 pound I've now got to start all over again just because they have sold me a bad fish not happy
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yvonne M. 3 years ago on Google
    Absolutely fab place. We had a problem with our pond and losing our fish so i phoned for advice ...they were amazing !! Offered us a pond water check if we took a sample down and advised us accordingly when he had rested the water. Wasnt out to rip us off like some places we have been to in the past. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you really impressed and we will not shop anywhere else now for our pond supplies. Well done fab service
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew l. 4 years ago on Google
    Great staff very helpful the only place I will buy my koi and a great place to get all essentials they also have a large selection of discus and tropical fish would definitely recommend
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachel P. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a problem with a purchase I made (a misunderstanding, nothing wrong with the fish at all) but it was dealt with fantastically by Richard. Varied selection of fish, good quality, will definitely return.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Craig Law (. 11 months ago on Google
    Been using QSS for a while and never had any issues with the quality of the fish or staff. I would recommend

  • 1/5 Modded C. 1 year ago on Google
    Awful service. I bought a few fish from them and they died very soon after. Horrendous. It doesn't help that the staff look like they want to you put of the shop.

  • 1/5 James W. 1 year ago on Google
    Bought over £100 worth of fish few hours later there where all dead went beck to the shop to resolve the issue and they where very condescending towards me blaming me for the water being bad and we as a family have over 10 tanks all perfectly fine and happy but when we bought them from here they where all dead in a letter of 4 hours

  • 5/5 Matt F. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent quality fish at good prices. Nice range and staff were very knowledgeable! One of the best stores I've been to. Would recommend.

  • 5/5 Adrian D. 1 year ago on Google
    Very clean and tidy all fish are very reasonably priced

  • 5/5 daniel l. 10 months ago on Google
    The best selection of tropical fish for miles, always healthy and the staff breed some amazing Betta 🐠🐟🐠 if you catch them on the right day they'll have an amazing plant selection but be quick!

  • 5/5 Brian T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to shop for your fish been a good customer for over 25 years and have had some good experience in the store plus they are now getting very good plecos if you want a special one yours sincerely Brian

  • 5/5 Danyal A. 10 months ago on Google
    Awesome experience, the Lady and Gentleman today (Sunday 28/05/2023) at 1.30pm were really really helpful. I asked a few questions and they were very informative and polite answering. Honestly the best experience I have received from local fish shops. Quality of the fish was also immaculate. Thank you.

  • 3/5 Adam 11 months ago on Google
    Diverse selection of marine life; outdoor/indoors, overall, the best shop in Bradford in regards to pricing. I've met ALL the staff there & everyone besides 1 male is absolutely helpful and a delight. That one male (bearded & grumpy like he's just found a fish in his pants) shouldn't belong in that great shop, I can guarantee the majority of the negative comments below are through his doing because like I said everyone else in that shop was amazing as customer service goes... But that guy should just clean the tanks when the shops closed. Peace

  • 5/5 Ry 8 months ago on Google
    All the staff were nice, friendly and informative. Emma in particular has been great! I purchased my axolotl from the store (pictures attached) and she has given me all the necessary information needed and has been there if I need to call up for any advice. 10 out of 10 service would definitely shop with QSS again!

  • 5/5 Phil M. 8 months ago on Google
    Been today for some clown loach. I have to give a big well done to them. The fish and tanks are so clean and well kept. Cleaner than living world and cheaper than pet city & tong garden centre. My new favourite place to buy tropical fish. Also a massive shout out to the lady that was serving us, she was lovely and very friendly.

  • 1/5 matt 8 months ago on Google
    Poor service they do not give true advice to fish owners like myself. All they seem to be interested in is getting in the sales rather than the customer care. Also lie to you too. Avoid at all costs!

  • 5/5 Sharon H. 8 months ago on Google
    Good selection of fish for all types of aquariums and ponds...we got a small group of different fish and have never been here before so see how we go 👍

  • 5/5 AM P. 9 months ago on Google
    Fantastic assortment of fish for the aquarium and the pond. Very clean, very well cared for and very knowledgeable people and good prices too

  • 5/5 Sean K. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice clean tanks, and a knowledgeable chap. I didn't realise what bad condition my others were in when I bought them, until I saw my new ones from this place. Don't think I'll go anywhere else now.

  • 5/5 James J. 1 year ago on Google
    Great knowledgeable staff fish top quality

  • 5/5 Lorraine L. 1 year ago on Google
    Really well kept aquariums, plenty of stock and plants and very helpful when asked questions

  • 4/5 Sue O. 1 year ago on Google
    OK man was very helpful... Very good stock of fish... But a bit expensive compared to some pet shops.

  • 5/5 Aisha S. 2 years ago on Google
    Always got quality fish and good prices for the discus supply.

  • 5/5 Neil M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very helpful when buying the right product for your pond all you have to do is tell them and they will solve the problem for you

  • 5/5 RICHARD S. 1 year ago on Google
    Been a customer for over 30 years both tropical cold water and pond koi fish 🎏 always in good condition and information from the owners large selection even a £ 1 tropical fish 🐠 section !

  • 5/5 Dave W. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice set up and nice guys working in there.

  • 5/5 Jamie D. 1 year ago on Google
    We're planning a pond in our garden and were recommended to visit this place for ideas and advice by some pond-owning friends. The place is a former pub and it's external appearance belies its large interior and range of stuff including fish, inside. They have a good range and examples of ponds under cover at the back and a staff member was happy to talk us through the whole process of pond construction based upon what we had so far. Great advice - we'll be back when the pond has been dug out.

  • 1/5 David P. 2 years ago on Google
    Always go here for fish have done for years but the people who serve you are so miserable and called in today and spent £40 and I asked for four guppies different colours and even pointed out the ones I wanted but got all same colour not happy

  • 5/5 leigh c. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic shop, staff are always so helpful and full of advise and recommendations. The fish are always healthy and I don't go anywhere else x

  • 5/5 Steve A. 2 years ago on Google
    Good stock with helpful staff.

  • 5/5 linda f. 2 years ago on Google
    Just bought my first ever tropical fish.The gentleman was very helpful and knowledgeable, giving me advice on my first fish. Will definitely be coming here again.

  • 5/5 ian b. 2 years ago on Google
    Great selection of fish and so helpful 😊first visit will definitely be my first choice


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ In-store shopping

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