Love Shopping Local

LOVE SHOPPING LOCAL

Jolie Saunders and assistant Flo at Eastside Canteen.

Love Shopping Local

Independent canteen and coffee shop in Taunton not threatened by chain competitors

Riverside House sells everything from clothing to jewellery and accessories.

Riverside House sells everything from clothing to jewellery and accessories.

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Taunton independent boutique hopes to thrive in new High Street premises

Ben Saunders, manager of Loafers in Taunton, with assistant Leah.

Ben Saunders, manager of Loafers in Taunton, with assistant Leah.

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Taunton independent sandwich bar has stuck to its values since 1978

Anthony Peach and shop assistant Andrea at Krackers, in Taunton.

Anthony Peach and shop assistant Andrea at Krackers, in Taunton.

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Relive your childhood at Taunton's 1980s independent comics and collectables shop

21-year-old Callum Ralph, who runs FizzyWhizzyWoo in Taunton.

21-year-old Callum Ralph, who runs FizzyWhizzyWoo in Taunton.

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‘A childhood dream’: 21-year-old running Taunton sweet shop as first business venture

Mr Miles has been a key part of Taunton's High Street since welcoming its first customers in February 2010.

Mr Miles has been a key part of Taunton's High Street since welcoming its first customers in February 2010.

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‘People come to Taunton just for Mr Miles’ – a quintessential English tearoom

Shop owners Sian Hughes (right) and Lily Cooper

Shop owners Sian Hughes (right) and Lily Cooper

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Taunton's 'proud' independent shop catering for the town's sweet tooth

The shop stocks local and handmade products.

The shop stocks local and handmade products.

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Look inside the Taunton shop and café that gives young people a chance to thrive

Brendon Books, a charming independent book shop in Bath Place, Taunton.

Brendon Books, a charming independent book shop in Bath Place, Taunton.

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The charming 35-year-old family-run book shop in Taunton with over 15,000 books

Hats by Janine specialises in ladies' occasion hats.

Hats by Janine specialises in ladies' occasion hats.

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Boutique owner’s passion for ‘helping ladies look fabulous’ with bespoke hats

Rebecca Fenner behind the counter at The Handmade Boutique in Taunton.

Rebecca Fenner behind the counter at The Handmade Boutique in Taunton.

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The ‘real-life Etsy’ shop that has given a huge boost to independent traders

Glenn Charman said Taunton independent businesses are unique

Glenn Charman said Taunton independent businesses are unique

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Taunton music shop owner praises town's ‘unique’ independent business scene

Mike Slocombe, 81, has been working at Watkin Toys on East Reach since 1960.

Mike Slocombe, 81, has been working at Watkin Toys on East Reach since 1960.

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Going strong since 1960 – is this Taunton’s longest-serving shopkeeper?

Owner Elaine Moodie holds three soft toys to represent 2024 – the Year of the Dragon.

Owner Elaine Moodie holds three soft toys to represent 2024 – the Year of the Dragon.

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Love Shopping Local

Inside Taunton's World of Bears, the 'world’s best and biggest teddy bear shop'

Wave Games has been in business in Taunton since 1987.

Wave Games has been in business in Taunton since 1987.

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Timeless skate and surf shop in Taunton has seen three generations of customers

Susie and Jeanette behind the counter at Rocket and Bird in Taunton Independent Quarter.

Susie and Jeanette behind the counter at Rocket and Bird in Taunton Independent Quarter.

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Celebrate five years of colourful Taunton gift shop that has adapted to succeed

Olive Rose opened in Taunton Independent Quarter on January 20, 2023.

Olive Rose opened in Taunton Independent Quarter on January 20, 2023.

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Love Shopping Local

Handmade jewellery shop holds exhibition to mark first year in business

Tim inside his new shop in Taunton Independent Quarter.

Tim inside his new shop in Taunton Independent Quarter.

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Love Shopping Local

Popular sustainable living shop moves to Taunton Independent Quarter

We're looking to shine a spotlight on businesses in the Independent Quarter, Bath Place and beyond.

We're looking to shine a spotlight on businesses in the Independent Quarter, Bath Place and beyond.

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Love Shopping Local: our campaign to showcase Taunton's independent businesses

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