Lockdown-born Bath business named one of UK’s most inspiring firms Saturday, November 29, 2025 smallbiz100 bath lockdown smallbusiness literature crafts independent entrepreneurship americanexpress recognition Born out of a creative spark during the 2020 lockdown, Literary Craft Parlour has grown from a passion project to a globally admired small business. Founded by Marianne Coote in Bath, this online shop transforms a love of … Read More
Somerset Jewellers to Close After 22 Years, Marking End of an Era on the High Street Monday, November 3, 2025 jewellery highstreet retail clevedon business closure sale local independent family After more than two decades of dedicated service, Bryants Jewellers in Clevedon is set to close its doors, marking the end of a cherished local business. Owners Simon and Michelle Bryant have announced the closure, which … Read More
Chip-stealing Seagull Mural Breathes New Life into Taunton’s Independent Quarter Friday, October 31, 2025 mural seagull taunton community streetart independent chipshop publicart localbusiness revitalization A cheeky mural featuring a seagull snatching chips has become the talk of Taunton’s town centre, injecting character and charm into the independent shopping quarter. This vibrant artwork, the final installment in a … Read More
Crafty Egg to Close Redfield Restaurant and Bar Amid Rising Costs Friday, October 24, 2025 craftyegg bristol redfield hospitality closure independent restaurant bar economy community The Crafty Egg, a cherished Bristol food venue with locations in Stokes Croft and Fishponds, has announced the impending closure of its Redfield restaurant and bar on Church Road. The site, which opened its doors in October … Read More
Rockbourne Fair Returns with Festive Flair and Over 100 Indie Stalls Thursday, October 16, 2025 rockbourne fair salisbury starsappeal charity shopping independent christmas festival hospital The much-loved Rockbourne Fair is back, marking its 37th consecutive year as one of Wiltshire’s premier early Christmas shopping events. From Wednesday, October 15 to Friday, October 17, Salisbury Racecourse will come alive … Read More
Somerset Seaside Town Rallies Against New Parking Charges Amid Fears of Shop Closures Tuesday, October 7, 2025 clevedon parking protest traders northsomerset council business economy cafés independent Businesses in Clevedon, a picturesque Somerset seaside town, have staged a second protest against North Somerset Council’s proposed on-street parking charges, fearing the move could trigger widespread closures of independent … Read More