Sholley Trolleys

Sholley Trolleys: walking aids and shopping trolleys made in Britain

Sholley Trolleys is a British company that has been making and selling shopping trolleys for over 35 years. The company presents its products as a recommended aid to walking by doctors and physiotherapists, designed to combine support, stability and style. Its catalogue includes several models with different specifications and price points, all aimed at users who want to maintain independence while shopping or walking.

The company states that it has sold over 500,000 trolleys worldwide and that its products are used by hundreds of thousands of customers. It describes its trolleys as "Britain's safest shopping trolley" thanks to anti-tip and anti-trip technology, and offers a 24-month guarantee on every Sholley.

Product range

The Sholley line is organised around several models, each with its own features and price:

• The Sholley Deluxe (from £180): presented as offering the quality expected from a Sholley.
• The Sholley Supreme (from £205): described as having the highest-specification bag and material.
• The Sholley with a Seat (from £210): includes a seat for resting.
• The Donkee (from £210): a model designed for larger shopping loads.
• The Sholley Combination Set (£250–£302): a set that combines several items.
• The Sholley Petite (£180–£205): suitable for users 5'3" and under.

The company also sells accessories and other related products through its website. The catalogue shows over 15 different styles and variations to suit different customer needs.

Safety and design features

Sholley emphasises safety and ease of use. The trolleys incorporate anti-tip and anti-trip technology, which the company says provides independence without compromising on style. The design aims to offer a stable support for leaning on and to make walking easier. The company describes its trolley as the strongest, lightest, most stylish, stable and easiest to walk with shopper in production, a claim that reflects its own presentation.

Sholley also offers a 14-day money-back guarantee trial, with the condition that trolleys cannot be accepted for refund or exchange if used outside.

Customer feedback

The website displays a rating of "Excellent" based on 93 reviews on Google. Customer comments highlight the stability, ease of manoeuvring and durability of the trolleys, as well as the quality of customer service. Some reviews mention the price as high but consider it justified by the quality. One reviewer notes that the Petite model can be difficult to fold, while another mentions that lifting the front wheels over curbs can be tricky when the trolley is full.

Purchasing and delivery

Sholley sells its products directly through its website. The company offers free delivery to the UK mainland for a limited period, and shipping and international shipping options are available. Klarna is offered as a payment method in instalments. The site also provides a brochure, videos and a safety features section.

Company information

Sholley Trolleys Ltd is registered in England with company number 02434602. The company operates from 30 Oxford Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 3TB.