If everyone in the New Forest spent just £5 every week in their local shops and businesses, instead of online or at the supermarket, it would be worth a staggering £35.1 million to our area’s economy.* Shopping locally cuts your carbon footprint and saves you time and money on big city parking, not…
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As a predominantly rural community, the New Forest relies on both locals and visitor to support its economy. We love to champion our local producers, our independent stores and everything that embraces our community and we’d love it if you could too! Rather than shopping in the big name stores, take…
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Did you know that for every £10 spent in a local New Forest business, nearly 40 per cent (£3.80) stays within the area, showing the value of supporting local? If everyone in the UK spent just £5 a week in their local shops and businesses, a further £13.5 billion would go directly back into those…
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With Christmas coming up AND Small Business Saturday on December 4 there’s never been a better time to show your support for local businesses! Here in the New Forest we’re blessed with so many beautiful little towns and villages, each with its own character and beautiful, independent boutiques and…
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