Five things not delivered by Amazon

Fresh fruit and vegetables

Have you seen the van around and wondered what The Veg Ladies are? Well they are delivering lovely fresh produce much sourced locally where possible - orders are placed on facebook at the beginning of the week for delivery in the Deepings on Fridays! www.facebook.com/thevegladies

Letters and cards

It’s always nice when people get in touch – be it email or text or via social media – but nothing beats the arrival of an envelope. Let’s face it; sometimes emails and text replies are automatic, sent at the press of a button, whereas when we receive a card or a letter, someone has bothered to sit down with a pen in their hand – yes, a pen! – and spent some time writing to us. A card sent to remind a friend that we are thinking of them is such a gesture of www.pigeonposted.com caring and thoughtfulness. A letter written on beautiful writing paper can be something to treasure. Not for nothing have people been renowned for their letter-writing and written words of wisdom. Long may writing continue!

five things not delivered by Amazon

Local Seasonal Hamper

Discover the taste of local with The Fig & Fox Company subscription box and eco-friendly hampers.A pick me up treat delivered to your door!

The Fig & Fox Company www.thefigandfoxcompany.co.uk e: hello@thefigandfoxcompany.co.uk m: +44 (0) 7592 563 04

Deeping themed gifts

The Deepings Map by illustrator Brandon Mattless is on a selection of gifts available now! As a map to frame, a cheese board, four coasters beautifully presented in a kraft box, as a tea towel or as a card - all made in England and available on www.idratherbeindeeping.com 07852649464

Refill Revolution

Refill Revolution deliver to The Deeping every Friday. They sell dry foods packaged in paper bags and household liquids which are fill into your own containers on the doorstep as well as plastic free alternatives such as shampoo bars, bamboo toothbrushes and dish brushes and cloths. Such an easy way to reduce your plastic usage at home. From 19th May they will be at Market Deeping Wednesday market. Perfect place to get all your refills, plastic free fruit and veg, bread, fish and more! Have a look at their Facebook page for more information https://www.facebook.com/refillrevolutionstamford/