Shoppers across the county are being encouraged to shop local, with a vast array of unique gifts that will bring cheer to small businesses as well as the recipient.
Plenty of local businesses are involved, showcasing the diversity and creativity of the area. You can search for participating small businesses here.
Participating names include:
- SUAVE OWL – Stylish menswear
- Wild About Flowers – Local florist
- SoVision IT – Tech solutions for businesses
- Paper Aeroplane Creative – Branding and packaging design
- Westfield Clinic Laser & Aesthetics – Laser and aesthetic clinic
- Community of Purpose CIC – Social impact organisation for young people
- Fur Babies – Dog accessories
- Coaching Women To Shine – Personal development coaching for women
- Make-up by Leanna Biggs – Freelance makeup and hair stylist
- WavsGB – Wheelchair accessible vehicles
- Literary Craft Parlour – Vintage themed bookish products
- We are Panda – Web Design – Digital design agency
- Rebecca's Flower Shop – Local florist
- Joolery Personalised Gifts – Personalised workwear/ teamwear
- BE Creative – Marketing Virtual Assistant
- Invictus Professional Cleaning Ltd – Carpet and hard floor cleaning
- Dragonfly Beauty & Lotus Massage Therapy – Wellness treatments
- Ducks Wax – Leather care products
- Bed-E-Buys – Bedroom furniture.
These businesses, and many more, are part of a growing movement to keep spending local, ensuring that money circulates within the community and supports jobs, creativity, and innovation.
Christmas Market Adds Festive Spirit
Alongside Small Business Saturday, Bath’s Christmas Market continues to run until 14th December, showcasing some of the best products in the South West and offering another chance to shop local. With its charming chalets, artisan gifts, and festive atmosphere, the market is the perfect place to discover unique presents while supporting independent traders.
Why Shopping Local Matters
Small Business Saturday highlights that “small is personal, resilient, and at the heart of every neighbourhood”. By shopping locally, residents not only enjoy unique products and services but also help sustain the businesses that make Bath & North East Somerset such a vibrant place to live.