Celebrate Small Business Saturday

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Shop local and show your support and join the celebration of our independent traders on December 6th

Small businesses are the cornerstone of our communities, from plumbers to publicans, shopkeepers to solicitors, they help grow our economies and our lives.

Small Business Saturday – this year on December 6th – is the UK’s most successful small business campaign. Over the decade it has been running in the UK it has engaged millions of people and seen milions of pounds spent with local retailers and trades across the UK on the day, with an impact that lasts all year round and you can help make that difference.

There are around five and a half million small firms in this country which continue to face an array of economic challenges. As Michelle Ovens, Director of Small Business Saturday says: “Small businesses are the nation’s favourite businesses – bringing immeasurable value to our local communities and powering the wider economy.

“From family-run cafés and local restaurants, to independent makers, services and traders, public support makes all the difference as independent firms enter their most critical quarter of the year.”

Supporting small businesses helps to:

create jobs locally

contribute to the character of your neighbourhood

offer unique products and services

provide a higher level of customer service

prioritise sustainability & environmental benefits

On Small Business Saturday, customers are encouraged to go out and support all types from independent shops and restaurants, to small service and b2b businesses like accountants and electricians. Many much-loved indies take an active role in promoting the day by hosting events and offering promotions.