Jim Scott wrote:
Any recommendations prior me going to the library to read the latest
'Which' review?
Victorian terrace house - lots of stairs - lots of carpets.
Upright vs cylinder : bagless vs bagged.

If you can get your hands on a Kirby...buy it. :-)
http://www.ciao.co.uk/Vacuum_Cleaners_5266504_3-kirby

I've had one for 12 years which I bought in a car boot and the only thing
that's took the knock in that time is the belt, however it's now needing
new brushes. :-)