A SENSE OF PLACE
Why it’s good to shop small and buy local
Our local high streets are the lifeblood of our communities and are key in forming the identity of the places we call home. Whether it’s popping into an independently run café for a morning cuppa or picking up a bouquet from the florist, a stroll around our town or village centre connects us to where we live. It does good, too – every time we spend money in local businesses, the majority of it will go back into the community and help support people, producers and makers in our neighbourhood. While the past year of lockdowns has been difficult for small businesses, independent retailers are determined to strive on and keep the spirit of their local areas alive.