I am a mahoosive supporter of local small businesses and
try where ever possible to shop within my local community. I am a very lucky
girly and have been adopted by Gods green county itself, Yorkshire. Meaning I
am spoilt for choice when it comes to small local businesses. However I do know
from literary bestsellers to the latest gadgets, there is no denying that the
internet makes it far easier to compare the price of shopping. But the tide is
turning and buying locally is the message behind Small Business Saturday.
And there are plenty of reasons why it is worth going
local to support small business Saturday –
1. Your spending will boost the local economy
Research on
spending by local authorities shows that for every £1 spent with a small or
medium-sized business 63p stayed in the local economy, compared to 40p with a
larger business.
2. It is the ethical choice
Buying out-of-season produce, like strawberries in
December, lowers your eco-credentials. As does eating veggies and breads that
have been flown halfway round the world or wrapped in layers of plastic. When
you shop at local bakers, farm shops and green grocers, it is likely that a
decent percentage of the produce has had a short field-to-fork journey. Along
with supporting local businesses, it means the food is likely to contain more
nutrients and have less packaging.
3. They sell quirky, one-off gifts
Independent shops often stock items which are made
locally and aren't available elsewhere: buy a dress by a fledgling designer and
there is little chance of turning up to the office Christmas party wearing the
same as someone else.
4. You can help build communities
Bookshops, cafes and craft shops often drum up custom by
hosting events, from book groups to knitting clubs and children's events. If
the businesses are not supported, the local groups tend to disappear too.
5. You might get a better deal or some good advice
Local bakers throw in extra bagels for regulars; grocers
give informal 10% discounts; and market stall holders are prepared to negotiate
on prices. Independent retailers can use their discretion to reward regular
custom, and it can mean you get discounts on the items you actually want to
buy, rather than being tempted by multi-buy offers in the big chains.
So because I am
passionate about supporting small businesses and I am an action speaks louder
than words kinda gal, every Saturday I will be bigging up my local favourite
business in aid of small business Saturday! So with no further ado, let me
introduce Tracy and Debbie of Tea & Bisque, they say –
The Tea & Bisque-it pottery painting studio is a
family friendly venue for adults and children of all ages and all abilities to
come and enjoy creating / designing and painting their own art onto a large
selection of pottery, ranging from cups and saucers, to animals, clocks, and
even Doctor Who money-boxes, and we can do paw prints as well as child hand and
foot prints. The range of our bisque pottery is wide so please visit us to have
a look around at all the designs subjects and themes we have available for you
to paint and create.
If you have ideas or requests for parties or themed
pottery / painting events please feel free to ring us on (01482) 653611 or
pop-in (or send us a message on Facebook) and have a chat with Tracy or Debbie
about it, and if it is possible we will do our best to make it happen - Please
note there may be an added cost if we need to buy-in a small-run of pottery
which we wouldn't normally sell.
At Tea & Bisque-it we love cake, so whilst you are
having a short break from your pottery painting - maybe as a moment of consideration
and inspiration, why not have a lovely slice of cake, or some flapjack or a
scone to help get those creative juices flowing... If Tracy has the time to
bake we also have a variety of home-made cookies cakes and flapjacks available,
some gluten free, as well as a 'Daily Special' to choose from. We serve a
variety of savoury snacks on weekends and during school holidays.
If you just fancy a drink we have fresh bean Fairtrade
coffee supplied by the Wilberforce Freedom charity, as well as a wide selection
of speciality teas, and cold drinks. You do not have to be painting to use our
café facilities; everyone is welcome to call in... And last but not least,
please remember that the café IS dog friendly.
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| Example of some of their gorgeous pottery... |
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| Example of some of their gorgeous pottery... |
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| Example of some of their gorgeous cake..... |
Contact details –
Tea & Bisque-it, 155 Kingston Road, Willerby, Hull
HU10 6AL.
Tel: (01482) 653611
www.facebook.com/teaandbisque
instagram.com/teaandbisqueit
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