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

The Wellness Hub has a holistic team of specialists dedicated to every aspect of your health and wellbeing, whether you are recovering from surgery or a sporting injury, suffering with stress and anxiety, had a baby and looking to regain your health and fitness we have a solution for you.

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.

Tabitha Mary captures memories of special locations or travel moments by creating the perfect gift in the form of a travel print.

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.

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.

I am Margarita a Personal Stylist based in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire and London. I am all about body positivity and dressing with confidence. I believe that everyone can look good and feel good whatever their age, body shape, lifestyle or budget.

We specialise in limited company accounting, tax and advice for contractors and freelancers. Based in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire and servicing the UK.

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.

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!

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

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

Hanako Flowers is no ordinary florist and, having recently made a big move, and have many exciting things in store. Read on to find out more.

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.

Beauty by Charlie is situated within the well established Trio Hairdressers on Berkhamsted High Street. A friendly and professional setting offering waxing, gel manicures & pedicures, spray tanning, million dollar facials and lash lifts.

I am an Independent Team Leader for Thermomix®, based in Berkhamsted in Hertfordshire, covering all of the UK. I run demonstrations and cookery classes showcasing the Thermomix® TM6 and Cookidoo, the online recipe & shopping platform built into every Thermomix®!

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.

Meet our member Cathy Court, she tells us about her time at Netmums which earned her an OBE and how it’s never to late to follow your dreams & start a new career.

We are a chocolate shop based in Potten End, near Berkhamsted. As Award winning chocolatiers we are passionate about unique flavours, using only the finest ingredients to handcraft our chocolates and brownies.

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 […]

Have you reached midlife and beginning to question where you should be & what you should be doing? In this guest blog, our member Angie Litvinoff shares her experience and how she embraced the gift of midlife.

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.

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. 

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!

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 […]

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 […]

Hanako Flower Shop, based in the stunning Courtyard of Ashridge House is a creative space to come and explore, create and purchase beautiful florals. Our expert florists also offer bespoke and seasonal workshops, as well as floral services for weddings and events.

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.

Situated in the heart of beautiful, historic Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, ‘Creative Collective’ is a gifts and lifestyle pop up shop that brings together small, independent businesses, sharing space under one roof. Founded by Sinéad Bernhauser of lifestyle brand ‘Hot Haveli’, we’re home to an ever-changing selection of around 45 sustainable makers, designers and artists. We provide an opportunity for start-up and small brands to have a presence on the High Street in a bustling, supportive and friendly space.

The sun has been shining brightly (well for the most part anyway), blue skies have reappeared (let’s ignore the temperature) and peonies and sweet peas have started to bloom. Bojo announced that we will be able to sit indoors in pubs and restaurants soon and travel and holidays are on the horizon- hooray! Which means one thing……YOU NEED TO LOOK GREAT!

For many, the impulse reaction to spotting grey hair is to cover it up, either in the salon or with at-home colour kits. However, lockdown, and time away from your hairdresser, has meant we’ve all had to rock our natural locks. Including those pesky greys.

April is Stress Awareness Month and a tough year of living through a global pandemic may have taken its toll on your skin.
From break outs to psoriasis flare ups, rashes to rosacea, stress causes a chemical response in your body that makes skin more sensitive and reactive.
We take a closer look at how stress and anxiety can affect the skin and how to combat it below.

Lockdown really has given us a chance to up our skincare game. While we’ve had the opportunity to ditch the heavy makeup and let our skin breathe, we’ve also been able to reflect on how much time we used to spend in the mirror attempting to achieve often unrealistic beauty standards. Step forward, the “new […]

Read our Mother’s Day Gift Guide. Here is a small selection of some of our favourite items from our local businesses that might inspire you when sourcing gifts for the ladies in your life this Mother’s Day.

With 2020 taking away our favourite form of glow up, we’re all looking to 2021 with anticipation for the return of the hair cut, colour and style. Able to transform our mood and confidence, nothing compares to that fresh out of the salon feeling.

Little Kits supplies complete children’s party theme kits for hire in Herts, Beds & Bucks. Lovingly handcrafted and curated to remove the stress of party planning for busy parents. Everything is reusable and nothing is wasted, so it’s kind to the environment too. Create a beautiful party to be proud of in no time.  

Hector’s House is a suicide and crisis prevention and help resource charity . It is our mission to stop suicide by making sure everyone has access to the mental health support they need, and to encourage people to talk openly about how they feel.

A sophisticated setting for gel nails, lash lifts, brow lamination, tinting and waxing. A purpose built, beautifully decorated home salon with views of the fields and garden. Children welcome by arrangement and parking available on the drive.

Do you want to learn how to use your camera? Join us for online and in person beginners photography course. Small group sizes (max 4) with plenty of opportunity for questions. Homework & support between sessions so you feel confident using your camera. 

Looking for help with organising a celebration or party? I offer a friendly Event Planning Service allowing you to pick and choose the level of help you require. From finding the perfect venue to table styling ideas and everything in between!

I teach yoga to women at all life stages, embracing how you feel, connecting with yourself & remembering how to love who you are today. We are all blessed with our own unique bodies & so everyone’s individual practice will be beautifully different.

Koha Skin Clinics combine tried and tested techniques with state-of-the-art technology to repair and renew skin. Home to a team of skilled professionals, Koha provides luxury aesthetic treatments, including hair reduction and anti-wrinkle injections.

Cecily is an award-winning spa, offering a blend of luxe treatments and cruelty-free products with high street accessibility. Home to the best beauty therapists, Cecily is the only spa in Berkhamsted to offer the ESPA range, facials and massages.

Alchemy & I is a hair salon situated in the heart of Berkhamsted, created with an eye for detail, a dose of community and a helping of cocktails. Visit for transformational hair colouring, cutting and styling and tranquil atmosphere like no other.

Need help or guidance? I’m an interior designer who loves creating beautiful rooms that reflect your style and needs. Flexible services from renovation projects, to room restyling, holiday rentals or styling to sell.

Unique handmade silver jewellery specialising in local silver oak leaves and acorns and beech leaves from Ashridge, as necklaces, earrings and bracelets. Lots of other items too and commissions welcome. Can deliver locally or send in the post.

Handmade gifts and garlands, mobiles, tooth fairy pillows, hair clip holders, cake toppers and decorations to make you smile. Handcrafted and hand stitched using quality felt.

Creative Collective is the local, lifestyle pop-up shop at 246, High Street, Berkhamsted. We sell gifts for every occasion, cards, art, handmade homewares, jewellery, sustainable crafts & produce and vintage furniture & collectables.

As a small business owner with over 15 years of running my own business building it from my bedroom, I can safely say that dealing with the COVID pandemic has been the single most stressful and hardest thing I have had to do. Having rebuilt in the 2008 economy crash and dealt with many other […]

Castaway Cottage is a family-run business offering beautiful hand-crafted products for the bath and home. From colourful bath bombs and crumbles to a range of natural wax melts and soaps; all made with care for skin and the environment using essential oils or carefully selected fragrances.   The packaging is compostable, recyclable or upcycled. We […]