Shops where you’re in store for a treat
IN a time when more and more of our shopping is done online, it’s sometimes easy to forget about the independent gems tucked away in town centres around the country.
But did you know that Huddersfield has a surprising number of brilliant independent shops that you may have overlooked?
From vintage records to artisan coffee, the town boasts a wealth of specialist and thriving businesses that now more than ever could benefit from a boost of local custom.
To save you the leg work, we’ve compiled a list of 10 independent shops within the town that we think a worth a visit.
Crafty Praxis, Byram Arcade, Huddersfield
Located on the ground floor of the Byram Arcade, Crafty Praxis is an
Arts and Crafts gallery specialising in unique gifts and souvenirs.
All of the artists and designers featured within the store have been selected for their unique designs and quality of craftsmanship, with many local to the area.
As well as selling arts and crafts, Crafty Praxis also runs a series of workshops to bring a touch of that crafty life to all corners of the local community.
The Hound Ville, Brighouse
It’s not just humans that like a spot of retail therapy and if your dog is in need of a sneaky treat then the recently opened Hound Ville in Brighouse is definitely worth a visit.
Operating as both a grooming salon and bakery, it’s the ultimate spa experience for your beloved pooch. With a range of accessories, apparel and baked treats on offer such as ‘woofins’ and ‘pupcorn’ it’s a real luxury experience for any pet in need of a little extra pampering.
Children’s Bookshop, Lindley
Nestled in the heart of Lindley, this much loved independent book store has been catering for young readers since 1975 and continues to provide a range of fabulous books to really kickstart their imaginations.
Well equipped with friendly knowledgeable staff, there is always someone on hand to offer recommendations, with all tastes and skill levels catered to, in order to try and encourage children to find the stories they can ultimately fall in love with.
Kapow Comics, St Peters Street, Huddersfield
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s your friendly neighbourhood comic shop!
Founded in 2015 after spotting a gap in the market for somewhere local to collect comic books, Kapow Comics has gone from strength to strength, with its friendly and highly knowledgable staff always happy to offer up advice or talk the latest