I am a beginner and have just bought a 7/8 cello and bow from Cardiff Violins.
Buying a new instrument was made so easy by Cardiff Violins who made sure that Katja was available to play all the available instruments. Hearing a lovely cellist play your proposed instrument is such a luxury and a great way of helping one to choose. My teacher was very pleased with the quality and set-up of my new cello, and thinks that it is a really good buy. She is also delighted to now have a source of 7/8 cellos to direct her pupils to (even though we live in the SE England!)
I did not feel under any pressure to purchase an instrument and was given plenty of time to decide.
Everyone is very welcoming and kind.
I would highly recommend the professional, and kind approach of everyone at Cardiff Violins.