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If you’re looking for a thoughtful and unique wedding gift, check out our picks from our talent, local creatives.

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Wedding Gift Guide 2023

27

Jul

If you’ve ever wondered what value an interior designer can bring to your home project, Rebecca from Weave Interiors explains 7 reasons why you should hire one.

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7 Reasons Why You Should Hire An Interior Designer

13

Jun

Are you looking for the perfect father’s day gift? From personalised keepsakes to handcrafted chocolates to the opportunity to make memories, check them all out here.

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2023

22

May

Tanya from Aldcroft Photography shares with us why you should invest in professional branding photography for your business.

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WHY INVEST IN PROFESSIONAL BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY

27

Apr

Easter table styling

Susanna from Boom Event Planners shares with us her advice for bringing Spring inside and styling your Easter table.

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Easter Table Styling – Bringing Spring Inside!

06

Apr

We asked a group of local female founder what they believe the impact of women succeeding more in business is. This is what they said.

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The Impact of Women Succeeding

19

Mar

At our recent Female Founders Rise event we asked our attendees to share the best piece of business advice they’ve ever been given, read on to see them all.

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The Best Business Advice

17

Mar

three children in bluebells in Spring

Our local business members have lots in store for this Spring, take a look at just a glimpse of what they’ve got on offer…

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Spring Edit

16

Mar

Happy Mothers Day teeny token gift box from Hello Ruth

This year Mother’s Day is 19th March; if you’re looking to treat a special mum in your life then here’s a pick of just some of the amazing Mother’s Day gifts that our members have on offer.

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2023

05

Mar

Zendaya quote "I think women are very powerful and I think we're more powerful together than separated."

When it comes to equality, feminism and all things women in business there’s a LOT to talk about and it’s been difficult to know where to start. In this blog I talk about why I’m a feminist and why you should be one too.

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Why is it important to have spaces for women in business? 

26

Feb

chocolate pancake stack with berries

Here’s an easy chocolate pancake recipe from Rebecca, author of Chilterns Recipe Book. Perfect for pancake day or any time you fancy a treat breakfast.

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Chocolate Pancake Recipe

20

Feb

You don’t need to go far for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, our creative local businesses have got just the right thing for you.

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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2023

30

Jan

2023 the year to shop local

This year we’re asking you to commit to making 2023 the year to shop local! Download our social media images to share your support.

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Make 2023 the Year to Shop Local!

02

Jan

Did you follow along with our Local Biz Advent of 2022? We showcased 24 amazing local businesses from Herts, Beds and Bucks; all opening their doors for us!

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Local Biz Advent 2022

31

Dec

10 clues to find a special Christmas treat! Get this free download to create a fun Christmas treasure hunt for the kids!

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Christmas Treasure Hunt

18

Dec

Are you looking for some extra ‘bits’ for your loved ones this Christmas? It’s not just kids who love a stocking filler!

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Stocking Fillers

01

Dec

whole styled table

Susanna from Boom Event Planners shares with us her advice for styling your Christmas table, from the floral centrepiece to candles, napkins & accessories.

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Styling a Christmas Table

30

Nov

Wondering what to buy for your loved ones this Christmas? Look no further, our local, independent businesses have totally got you sorted! In this Christmas Gift Guide I’ve rounded up a few of our members’ offerings.

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Christmas Gift Guide 2022

21

Nov

Louise with teenager Jack

Celebrating Christmas when you have young children is hard work but so very rewarding. All those magical moments with your little ones… So what happens when your children get older and hit the teenage years? In this guest blog Louise & Anna from Equipp share their tips for making Christmas as magical as ever during the teenage years.

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How to have a happy, stress-free Christmas with teenagers

17

Nov

Creative Collective are bringing independent makers & artists to the high street; find out more about where you can find them this Christmas.

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Celebrating Christmas with ‘Creative Collective Pop Ups’

16

Nov

post it note with file tax return!

Does the thought of your annual tax return fill you with dread? In this guest blog, Rachel from Blue Leaf Accounting shares her top five tips for a stress-free self assessment!

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Five Tips for a Stress-Free Tax Return

11

Nov

In this guest blog, Rebecca from Weave Interiors talks about how to incorporate the ‘fifth wall’ into your colour scheme design and shares lots of advice on how you can do it yourself.

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Statement Ceilings

31

Oct

As always we’re championing small, local, independent business this Black Friday and have two things we want you to do this year. Read on to find out more (including whether Black Friday is good for independent business and some alternatives to it).

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How can you support Local Business this Black Friday?

17

Oct

Halloween parties, pumpkin picking and decorations; our members have got your covered this Halloween. Read on for all the details.

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What’s On: Halloween

09

Oct

Autumn has arrived and it’s time to get the woolly jumpers out, watch the colours of nature change and embrace all it has to offer! Read one for a pick of just some of the exciting things our members have to offer this Autumn.

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The Autumn Edit

22

Sep

I met up with local businessman Jeremy Chapman for a coffee recently to chat to him about radio, podcasting and his current top 11 status in the global radio competition, RadioStar ‘22.

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Meet Jeremy… RadioStar Finalist!

11

Aug

courgettes

If you (or anyone you know) grows courgettes I’m guessing you have a LOT available right now. Here’s five of my favourite recipes (include 2 sweet ones because you really can make cake with courgettes!).

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Five Ways with Courgettes

01

Aug

With the current hot weather what better recipe than an iced coffee cocktail, from our member the Cocktailmaker. Read on for the full recipe & enjoy!

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Nuts About Coffee Recipe

17

Jul

Our member Creative Collective is ready to help you to celebrate a summer of sustainable living & fashion in Berkhamsted and at Wild Raven Farm. Read on to find out more.

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Celebrating a Summer of Sustainable Living & Fashion with our ‘Creative Collective’

03

Jul

What comes to mind when you think of Summer? Is it sand, sea and sunshine? In this guest blog, our member Resolve To Play, is fully embracing the season and using it as a way to stimulate your child’s play! Read on for some fun play ideas.

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Summer Play

01

Jul

It’s time to get the hamper packed and enjoy a picnic with friends & family – where better than in Herts, Beds & Bucks! Here’s a pick of 5 of our favourite local picnic spots.

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Local Picnic Spots

19

Jun

Up until about a year ago if you invited me to a networking event I would have tried to find an excuse not to go. But I’ve reframed what ‘networking’ is and now am loving it!

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Why I’ve learned to love networking

05

Jun

If you’re looking to treat the dad in your life this Father’s Day (19th June by the way!) then look no further than local business!

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2022

22

May

The country is buzzing with Platinum Jubilee fever; this is certainly an historic occasion and am sure many of you already have plans for how you will be celebrating. It feels particularly special after so many celebrations being restricted over the past 2 years; this is a true opportunity for the community to come together […]

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Platinum Jubilee Local Guide

22

May

After 2 years with many events being scaled down, or cancelled completely, this summer festivals are definitely back! Check out our pick of the festivals that Herts, Beds & Bucks have to offer.

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Local Summer Festivals 2022

04

May

To mark Earth Day, this guest blog features six sustainable swaps for families to consider to help toward building a sustainable future for our children.

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Six Sustainable Swaps for Families

22

Apr

The Pantry at 51 shop cafe grocery store Prestwood Buckinghamshire

In our local area we are blessed with many refill stores stocking wide varieties of products. Here is a pick of some of our favourite stores helping to make living sustainably easier, whilst also supporting the local economy.

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Local Refill Stores

21

Apr

Do you know where your food and drink comes from? Do you know who makes and grows the products you buy? This guest blog tells you more about how you can shop locally and reduce your food miles at Tring Farmer’s Market.

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Shop Local with Tring Farmers Market

08

Apr

With the Easter holidays upon some of us (and just around the corner for others), we’ve rounded up some activities to help keep you entertained.

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Things to Do This Easter

01

Apr

Read our guest blog from Rebecca, from Chiltern’s Recipe Book, with a pick of the best spring walks in Herts, Beds and Bucks plus where to refuel afterwards. 

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Spring Walks in Herts, Beds & Bucks

25

Mar

Time for an introduction and to tell you about why I felt passionately about carrying on The Buzz Hub Co and supporting the many local businesses involved. 

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Why I Love Local

18

Mar

Mother’s Day is fast approaching on 27th March 2022! Here’s a pick of gifts from some of our local independents that are sure to please mum this year!

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

09

Mar

For all of you who love local, independent, and unique for Xmas, here’s a pick of our favourite member items. Check out the #SHOPLOCAL Directory for more great makers, producers, and great gifting. Hello Ruth Handmade paper angel Xmas tree decoration Puddingstone Distillery Pud Pud Gin Apothaka skincare SOS recovery skincare duo Vida Eco Recycled […]

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Xmas gift guide 2021

14

Nov

I launched the Creative Collective gifts and lifestyle pop up shop in Berkhamsted in November 2019, to offer an opportunity for my own and other small sustainable brands & start-ups to have a presence on the High Street. We have a lovely shop in the middle of town, which is home to an exclusive selection […]

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Sourcing local, ethical, handmade and vintage this Xmas

14

Nov

Here’s a selection of the Halloween Activities we’ve seen happening across the Three Counties. We hope you enjoy them – if you do, tag us on Instagram and we’ll share your fun Halloween pics to our Stories! Ashridge House Halloween trail Ashridge House is depraved to present The Gruesome Gardens, a spooky Halloween adventure this […]

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Great Halloween activities in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire & Buckinghamshire

23

Oct

Aiming to introduce a new way to relax, recharge and enjoy time together for individuals across the UK and NZ, Haylee Benton is passionate about providing access to the very best in personal care experiences.  This passion led to her founding The Silver Fern Group, a portfolio of four brands: Alchemy & I, Cecily Spa, […]

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Meet Haylee Benton – owner of Alchemy & I, Cecily Day Spa, Hanako, & Koha

23

Oct

There’s a lot to love about Tring, it’s a town of just the right size to have life and colour, not to mention a flurry of wonderful independent businesses to support every need whilst retaining the feeling of intimacy. In recent years it’s developed its foodie credentials with more and more culinary businesses appearing, meaning you don’t have to travel out for great food. Of course, the real jewel in the crown of Tring is its location, right among the Chiltern Hills, so the countryside is quite literally on your doorstep. With the trainline to London a short distance from the town centre, it’s no wonder this is an increasingly popular commuter town.

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Top things to see and do in Tring, Hertfordshire

17

Sep

I am Jemma Palmer, owner of Halo & Wren Bridal. Halo & Wren is a modern bridal store located in Old Town, Hemel Hempstead, Herts. Halo & Wren has a small team of stylists and an in house seamstress. It’s very much for the non traditional bride or the brides who doesn’t want to look like all of her friends. H&W is a nationally renowned boutique for its welcoming and relaxed bridal shopping experience, independent designers and doing bridal the modern way.

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Meet Jemma from Halo & Wren

17

Sep

It will be five years in October since I started The Buzz Hub Co. – originally a blog based in Tring about local businesses. If you’ve been with me for a while (I’m so grateful every day for the familiar faces I see and connect with on Instagram), you will know that the blog started as part of my social media training that I undertook as a way to leave my commute and corporate life behind. In the end it took 4 years and a pandemic to finally say goodbye to my corporate life and move away from running businesses as side hustles and, in the place of PAYE, I’ve seen some rather radical personal and business change.

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Uncovering us – my story from corporate to Coaching

27

Jun

If you’re looking for something special to buy for the men in your life, we’ve put together a selection of great gifts from some of our members for you to choose from.

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Father’s Day Gift Guide

11

Jun