Sherborne: Somerset’s Charming Market Town Where Community Triumphs Over Chains Sunday, September 14, 2025 sherborne somerset independents community highstreet tourism localbusiness markettown entrepreneurship lifestyle Nestled on the River Yeo in north-west Dorset, Sherborne is a picturesque market town renowned for its honey-coloured historic buildings and scenic Blackmore Vale surroundings. This charming town has cultivated a vibrant high … Read More
Sherborne: A Charming Market Town Where Community Defies Big Chains to Support Independents Sunday, September 14, 2025 sherborne dorset independent business community market highstreet tourism localsupport entrepreneurship Nestled on the River Yeo in northwest Dorset, Sherborne is a picturesque market town known for its historic honey-coloured buildings and scenic surrounding countryside of the Blackmore Vale. What sets Sherborne apart is not … Read More
Small and Rural Businesses: The Heartbeat of Our Communities Saturday, September 6, 2025 smallbusiness rural economy b&nes council campaign entrepreneurs support highstreet community Bath & North East Somerset (B&NES) Council has officially endorsed a campaign led by ‘Independents for B&NES’ to bring Small Business Saturday to the district this year. This move aligns with the national … Read More
Britain's Best High Street Thrives in Marlborough, Where Locals Cherish Every Shop Saturday, August 23, 2025 marlborough wiltshire highstreet independentshops community culture markettown vitality retail tourism Nestled in the picturesque countryside of north-east Wiltshire, the market town of Marlborough is earning widespread acclaim for its thriving high street—a place where locals express deep gratitude for the community spirit … Read More
Ilfracombe: A Stunning Seaside Town Grappling with Housing, High Street Decline, and Anti-Social Challenges Thursday, August 14, 2025 ilfracombe devon seaside tourism housing victorian highstreet antisocial community regeneration Ilfracombe, a picturesque seaside town in North Devon, is renowned for its stunning beaches, scenic coastal paths, and iconic landmarks such as Damian Hirst’s Bronze Verity sculpture. On the surface, it thrives as a tourist … Read More
Ilfracombe: A Beautiful UK Seaside Town Struggling to Preserve Its Identity Thursday, August 14, 2025 ilfracombe devon seaside tourism housing highstreet community antisocialbehaviour victorian regeneration Ilfracombe, a picturesque coastal town in North Devon, is renowned for its stunning beaches, scenic South West coastal path, and vibrant harbour filled with shops, eateries, and the striking Bronze Verity sculpture by Damian … Read More