Independent retailers offer choice, diversity of product and service, tradition as well as innovation, and a personal service to customers. They are also job creators and contributors to local and national economies. And with retail spending under pressure, never have they needed our support more.
Independents’ Day is all about celebrating the wonderful independent businesses on the high street, and in Bishop’s Stortford we are very lucky to have a fantastic range. These, together with our national chains give us the unique town centre we all enjoy.
But now, more than ever, they need your support. The obvious is of course to shop local when you can. Come into the town and visit these stores and businesses. You’ll meet some passionate and knowledgeable people ready to help and assist you.
But there’s also other ways you can support them, such as:
- Follow and engage with them on social media
- Tell your friends
- Share their profile on your social media
- Write a positive review online, e.g. Google, Tripadvisor, Facebook.
- Sign up to receive their newsletter
- Send the business a message of appreciation
Shopping locally means your money stays in the local community, offers job opportunities and ensures we can keep a vibrant high street.
