Woodbridge
Love your High Street!!!!
Why you should love your Woodbridge high street . . . more now than ever before!
Almost three years ago the country was asked to decide on whether to stay in the EU or leave. We all know the outcome of the referendum, yet we are still unsure as to what that means, for us and our businesses.
There is no getting away from the fact that these are uncertain times. However, what we can have absolute faith in is our wonderful High Street! Independent local businesses run by people who live in the community they serve and share the same passion and love for their town and village as you, our reader.
In this article and on this page we aim to showcase our fabulous high street, thoroughfare and market place and highlight the importance of continuing to support the wonderful tapestry of businesses you will find, right here in the heart of your community.
Investing in your community: Research shows that £1 in every £5 is spent online. That means that £4 in every £5 is spent in-store, it is still by far the most popular way of shopping. The good news here is that for every £1 spent in an independent high street business between 50p and 70p will come back in to the local economy. Think about it, your local shop uses local suppliers, the staff buy lunch locally, go to the town pubs and restaurants, advertise in local publications, use a local accountant, the list is endless. Yet, there is research to show that for every £1 spent online or out-of-town only 5p will make its way back to the local community. In short, money spent local stays local.
Value for money: But the best deals are always online, aren’t they? Well, maybe, but it is not always the case. You can’t haggle with a computer, you won’t see the sale banners for your local shops if you don’t look away from your smartphone. When you shop locally you will more than likely be dealing with the owner or manager, tell them what you are looking for and what your budget is, and you may well be surprised.
Convenience and customer service: This is a no-brainer. When you buy from your high street you can try clothes and shoes on or ask about the features of electrical items to ensure you get the right one for you. If you need to return an item, then you simply wander back in to town. There is no fuss, no hassle, the big advantage to shopping locally is in the customer service you will receive. If you can’t find what you are looking for, ask. If the shop you are in doesn’t have it, they will gladly point you in the direction of somewhere that does. The businesses help each other which in turn helps you, the consumer.
Spring Stock
now in! 57 Thoroughfare
Woodbridge IP12 1AH
Variety and interest: If you buy clothes or gifts from larger chains, there is every chance that you will see someone else wearing the same jumper or the gift you have bought your friend is something they have seen and bought for themselves. Independent businesses
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Woodbridge Jewellery Workshop Craftsman Jeweller
West End expertise on your doorstep smaller independent
suppliers and so you may well find that what they sell is not readily available elsewhere. It is true what they say, variety is the spice of life!
www.woodbridgejewelleryworkshop.co.uk
80 Thoroughfare Woodbridge IP12 1AL 01394 647117
How can you help your high street? It is not about spending your entire weekly shop on the high street or ditching and deserting national brands. You don’t need to go to the local pub every week or buy all your shoes from the local outfitter. However, try to think of your local businesses when you are next heading to the shops. Is there one in town that might do what you want? Many towns now offer free parking for a limited period so why not pop in for an hour have a look around and see if you can get something from your list from one of the independent businesses on the high street. They are the life-blood of our communities. They provide local employment, vital services, and add value to your community. So, get out and explore your high street, you will be glad you did!
When you buy from a local Business...
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You create local jobs You help the environment You benefit from local expertise You invest in entrepreneurship Local food tastes fresher
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You make personal local connections and friends
Gobbitt’s Yard Woodbridge
01394 547150
You keep more money in our local economy
You celebrate the uniqueness of our community
BUTCHERS SHOP 01394 386739
The Turban Centre, 8 Hamblin Walk, Woodbridge IP12 1DE
sales@creaseywoodbridge.co.uk www.creaseywoodbridge.co.uk
We do
Alterations We teach
kids sewing classes We sell
locally handmade gifts
Come and check us out!
01394 384109 Windmills Florist, your independent local florist
With best wishes to Nadia and her team LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN 10 MILE RADIUS Online ordering service also available
3A CUMBERLAND STREET, WOODBRIDGE 1P12 4AH APRIL 2019
Your local toy shop in Woodbridge 8 Church Street,
Woodbridge IP12 1DH Tel: 01394 383170
Woodbridge Jewellery Workshop Craftsman Jeweller
See
it...love it..want it!
55 The thoroughfare, Woodbridge IP12 1AL Tel: 01394 382300
West End expertise on your doorstep The Luxury Holiday Specialist
Voted No.1 Travel Agency in East of England
01394 615620 25 The Thoroughfare, Woodbridge
team@debentravel.co.uk www.debentravel.co.uk
YOUR LOCAL CRUISE SPECIALIST OCEAN CRUISES - RIVER CRUISES - TRAVEL MONEY 2 New Street, Woodbridge
01394 799179
team@cruiseready.co.uk
www.cruiseready.co.uk
21 NEW ST., WOODBRIDGE 01394 384398
Easter Extravanganza
Cake and Bread Tasting On Friday 12th & Saturday 13th April from 10am to 2pm
The Kiosk, Hamblin Road, Woodbridge
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www.woodbridgejewelleryworkshop.co.uk
80 Thoroughfare Woodbridge IP12 1AL 01394 647117
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A small family run business, trading in Woodbridge for 25 years.
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