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Shopping independent is a great way to support your local community whilst benefitting from some unique and creative products & benefits the economy

🦕Are you ready to unleash your ROAR this half term?
Visit Grand Arcade from Monday 17th - Friday 21st February and find plenty of dino-related activities!

Be in with a chance of winning a £500 Love Cambridge Gift Card by completing a survey to help Cambridge BID improve and enhance your experience in Cambridge city centre.

Thank you to Jo at Lockhouse Escape Games for writing a brilliant guest blog on what makes Cambridge so unique

Reason #5 to Shop Local - Environmentally Friendly.
Shopping local is definitely the ethical choice, with less deliveries meaning less trucks on the road, and fewer emissions. When it comes to produce, you’d often be supporting your local farmers whilst being safe in the knowledge that your food has had a short field-to-plate journey.The European Shopper Insights Survey found that more than half of UK consumers (55%) prefer to buy local, with 46% saying their reasons are due ...to higher quality, and 33% citing the ever-important environmental impacts.
For some amazing local meals in Cambridge, we recommend visiting DoppleGanger Burger for delicious vegan burgers, or have a beautiful Sunday Roast or steak from the Cambridge Chop House.
Cambridge is fortunate to include over 250 independent businesses, ranging from food and drink, bike shops, gifts, clothing and much more. Visit our website and look at our helpful map showcasing a variety of great businesses – and explore, shop and eat local.
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Pamper Day Trail - Treat yourself and a friend or family members to a relaxing pamper day in Cambridge. Sample a host of fantastic local businesses and end the trip feeling rejuvenated and confident, with comforting services such as pedicures, manicures and hairdressing.

Meet Pippa from Boudoir Femme and read why she thinks it is so important & more pleasurable to shop locally.
Boudoir Femme is an award winning, independent, womenswear boutique in Cambridge city centre is home to a mix of stylish, womenswear labels you’ll want to wear every day.

We are currently running a survey to better understand how people interact with #Cambridge & how we can improve and enhance your experience in the city centre.
Completing this form would be a huge help, and you'd also be in with a chance of winning a £500 gift card!
The survey will close at 10am on Thursday 27th February 2020.

Reason #4 to Shop Local - Get a More Personal Experience.
You can get a much more personal experience from a local shopkeeper than your computer screen. The great thing about shopping independent is the ability to ask questions, communicate and develop a sense of the motivations and passions behind that small company.
Experience a much more intimate experience and better customer care when you support your local businesses.

Quintessentially Cambridge: 5 Things to See and Do. Whether rain or shine, there’s always something educational, inspiring or fun to do in Cambridge, and here are 5 of our favourites.

Do you have an upcoming event where you must look fabulous? Check out a selection of Cambridge’s finest independent fashion retailers to become inspired!

Reason #3 to Shop Local - Support the Local Economy.
What better way to support the local economy than giving back to your local businesses? Local businesses hire local workers, and create many external jobs including within accountancy, insurance, contractors and agencies.
At the start of 2017 there were a record 5.7 million small businesses in the UK – an increase of more than 1.2 million since the start of 2010. The latest business population estimates show that these businesses are responsible for 48% of private sector employment and contribute £1.4 trillion in turnover.

5 Reasons You Should Shop Locally - Shopping independent is a great way to support your local community whilst benefitting from some unique and creative products & benefits the economy

Calling Cambridge food and drink businesses... Love Cambridge Restaurant Week is back! There are so many good reasons to get involved this year so make sure you don't miss out and sign up now:

Meet Rich from Pint Shop
Set in a Grade II listed building in the centre of Cambridge, the Pint Shop boasts parquet flooring and industrial-chic décor. With a stylish retro feel and delicious selection of chargrilled meat dishes, steaks and vegetarian options, it’s the perfect place to settle in for lunch or a drink.

Reason #2 to Shop Local - Product Diversity.
Independents are amazing places to pick up unique and interesting products that you won’t find at the large chains. They’re perfect for gifts, offering a wide range of creative and personal ideas that will impress your friends and family. Support your local entrepreneurs and help nurture the talents of the latest innovators.
Cambridge has numerous artsy and eclectic gift shops to browse. Check out Typically British for a quintessentially Cambridge present, or Lost in Vinyl for music lovers.