HIGH STREET
10 reasons to shop locally
keeping those important independents retailers trading Wherever you live in the UK, there will always be local businesses on your High Street. This could be a Coffee Shop, Home & Gift Shop, Florist, Bakers or even a Fashion Boutique. Shopping locally instead of with the major Chain Stores has so many advantages for both the local economy and giving the customer that all important memorable shopping experience, which will make the customer return in the future.
The need to improve your local economy Local businesses are the backbone of the High Street. They improve the local economy and have done so for many years. Shopping on your High Street is much better for the economy of your community. It brings a local neighbourhood together and shopping on a Saturday afternoon in your local High Street can be stressful than hitting the Chain stores in a city.
The need to create jobs for local people Shopping and using a local businesses means they can employ local people which has a positive effect on the health of local jobs and the community. By helping to grow the number of jobs in your area makes for a better place to live.
It creates a warm character and personality The advantage of dealing with independent businesses it that they are run by people who live in the local area. Shoppers will find that the business/shops add character to the community with a warm and welcoming personality.
That all important memorable shopping experience While many chain stores do have good customer service, it’s memorable to have that personal touch of a local owner who takes an interest in you and the community. The relationship between customer and the local business is improved and goes further than just the purchase. Local shops quite often stock something that cannot be found in major chains. Independents are thinking about their own customer’s choices rather than national fashion trends.
Your health and the environment There is definitely a positive impact on the environment by shopping locally. If you can walk to your High Street rather than drive, then this reduces the dilemma and stress of finding a parking space. Naturally walking has more health benefits and will certainly reduce traffic and air pollution.
