Independent retailers
A state of independents
It's very easy to find that you have spent the entire day shopping in Bath, with its winding passageways and boutique style shops. As big name high street chains fall over themselves to be part of the cities growing retail credentials, it is satisfying to find that Bath has a thriving
independent sector.
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It is now more important than ever to support these innovative, inspiring and diverse 'Indies'. We've highlighted just a few of the many Bath has to offer.
Grace and Ted
10 Kingsmead Square, Bath
01225 461548
Grace and Ted are a designer re-sale boutique specialising in pre-owned designer clothing & accessories for women.
Wylde Jewellers
12 Northumberland Place, Bath
01225 462826
Wylde has launched a 100% sustainable sterling silver Flower of Bristol range with 10% of profits going to Bristol charity Tree Aid.
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Silver Bear Jewellery
34 Wellsway, Bear Flat, Bath, BA2 2AA
01225 422225
An independent gift shop full of great gift ideas, a large range of greeting cards & great customer service, come and see us or visit our website.
Thermae Bath Spa Shop
2 Hot Bath Street , Bath
01225 331234
Located at 2 Hot Bath Street opposite Thermae Bath Spa, this stylish and exclusive new shop offers an enticing selection of spa gifts and products.
Minerva Art Supplies
13 Green Street, Bath
01225 461548
We are a well established independent family business providing nearly 200 years of service for all your artists materials including paint, brushes, papers, technical pens, folios and sprays.
Roman Baths Shop
Stall Street, Bath
The Roman Baths has two shops where you can buy interesting and exclusive gifts. One is at street level and the other is on the lower floor at the heart of the Roman Baths site.
Why choose an 'Indie'?
If you ever wondered what the benefits of using Independent shops may be to you, your town and the local economy, then read on:
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Traceability:
Most local retailers will know exactly where they (or their provider) get their products from. This enables your independent retailer to let you know where the item was made/grown giving peace of mind.
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Unique Items:
Independent shops are the perfect place for a unique gift or item.
Typically, a local trader will focus on local producers whether they be a local artist, designer, author or farmer - items that you will not see on the shelves of a national
chain.
Boost to the local economy:
Recent research suggest that 63 pence in the pound spent at a local, independent retailer would find its way back into the local economy, compared to just 40p with a larger
business.
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Increase in house prices:
The impact of a thriving independent high street has a knock-on effect to the cost of local house prices.
On average, house prices in a prosperous area such as these have risen by £40,000.
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Community:
The community theme – as more towns promote and support local retailers, in turn, local retailers will support the local community by holding events, fayres and markets to entice more people into the local community as well as add a 'social' aspect to area.
A personal touch:
You immediately notice the difference. Not only will you generally find the owner of the business on hand to give you their advice' – giving you peace of mind and a sense of 'customer service' that has long been a distant memory for many larger businesses.
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You may also find that you get more for your money. How many times has there been an extra roll thrown in for a familiar face to the local bakery or a little discount when purchasing a couple of items. Again, something that is alien to the big chain and certainly something the member of staff will not be sanctioned to give.
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Choice:
Having Independent retailers within any shopping area gives us, as buyers, choice. Many town centres and high streets have recently been criticised for being 'cloned' -
offering the same uniformed goods, products and services. As we all have different tastes and styles, independent retailers can offer this choice which adds something different to what would be a very boring high street.
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Waller & Wood
ONE TWO FIVE Box Road, Bath, BA1 7LR
By appointment - 07803 033629
Call to book an appointment to view the painted clothes, scarves and paintings in glass by Carole Waller, and beautiful stoneware ceramics by Gary Wood. Click the link below for our online shop.
Chanii B Shoes
9 Milsom Place, Bath
Designed locally with love and handmade in Portugal we offer limited edition shoes and accessories. Designed and created by internationally renowned designer Chantal Pilon
The Art Cohort
13 Chelsea Road, Bath, BA1 3DU
01225 423629
Our belief and philosophy at The Art Cohort is that everyone is an artist and we have created a space to let that inner artist run free. Exhibition Space. Gift Shop. Studio Workshop.
Gillards of Bath
Guildhall Market, Bath, BA2 4AW
01225 851000
Family run business developed its own specialty tea blends and sourced the finest coffee beans and drinking chocolate from all over the world.
Have Faith Tattoo
76 Lower Bristol Road, Bath
Have Faith is Bath's newest tattoo studio, offering top quality tattooing. This professional, warm and welcoming studio is owned by Jo Rawlingson.
Julia Davey Ceramics
20 Wellsway, Bear Flat, Bath, BA2 2AA
01225 738551
We are an independently run gift and homeware shop with a space at the back dedicated to workshops for adults and children alike.