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.

Bird and Pals, adventures and antics are hand-drawn, fun, colourful, cool, cute, for all ages, illustrations from Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire: “I want my drawings to make people smile…and I think a little nonsense is the best thing, for that”.

Plastic-free Retail Shop in Leighton Buzzard stocking Bath Bombs, Soap, Shampoo & Conditioner Bars. Gift hampers on request!

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.

A monthly subscription, or pay as you go online wine tastings. 6 new wines sample delivered through your letterbox every month with a tasting that can either be enjoyed LIVE or on demand.

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!

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!

We are a narrowboat hire company based in Stoke Hammond, Bucks with one brand new luxury canal boat called Kings Landing. Whether you’ve been canal boating before, or are a complete novice, a holiday on the Grand Union Canal is a unique experience for all. 

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.

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.

I complete Self assessment tax returns, limited company accounts and corporation tax, payroll, VAT returns and offer software.

Virtual Administrative Assistant Solutions is a flexible, alternative way to fulfilling your administrative and human resource demands, in a cost and time efficient way.

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.

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.

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 […]

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.

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.