Supporting small businesses during the festive season has never been more important than it has this year.
Christmas trade makes up for a considerable chunk of many small businesses’ annual turnover. The reality for many small business owners this year is that due to spending most of 2020 in lockdown, this Christmas is a vital time which could mean make or break.
So what can we do to help? At Oggadoon we have put together a list of small businesses to support this festive period. Here is a compilation of everything from stocking fillers for loved ones, to support-bubble restaurant take-aways and treat-yourself salon visits.
Salons
More than just a nail salon, Buff Bar pride themselves in creating a safe and accessible environment for all. LGBTQIA+, BAME and PoC friendly, and using high quality vegan products, Buff Bar offers an artistic healing experience.
Gift cards available.
An independent beauty salon offering a wide range of treatments for men and women ranging from facials and massages to ear candling.
The Beauty Retreat provides monthly special offers on select treatments.
Gift cards are available.
Clothing and Accessories
Amschela is a Bristol based luxury handbag and accessories brand focused on individuality and vibrant character. The brand aims to bring together high end fashion at affordable prices.
Buying from That Thing will not only support one store, they stock items from over 50 independent suppliers so you will also be helping to support local artists, designers and makers. They stock everything from vintage, reworked fashion to unique accessories.
Check out their eco-friendly gift edit online.
Gifts or Stocking fillers
One of Bristol’s largest independent art, clothing and gift shops with hand picked items from over 150 local artists, Co-Lab sells unique and individual gifts in store and online.
On a budget like many of us are this Christmas? Check out their Gifts Under £20 section.
Food and Takeaway Restaurants
Cafe Napolita specialize in offering delicious and traditional pizzas and pastas made fresh to take-away. They pride themselves on serving up innovation, fresh ingredients and tons of flavour with every meal!
Quirky Cakes Bristol / Cake House Redfield
An independent cake shop offering celebration cakes and treat boxes that make the perfect gift for anyone with a sweet tooth! They have delicious vegan and gluten free options too.
These small businesses, like many others, are essential to the survival of the independent highstreet and local economy. Let’s give them a hand.
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