Venus Vinyl
Vinyl record and craft beer store Venus Vinyl focuses on sourcing the best vinyl records and craft beers possible. The Magdalen Street store has a large selection of vinyl records across all genres, personally curated by owner Benjamin whose motto is, “If it’s good, it’s good!”.
Spinks Nest
A finch-sized flint cottage offering vintage style and luxury comfort in North Norfolk, Spinks Nest juxtaposes rustic textures and materials with luxurious upholstery and fabrics: exposed ancient flint walls, lime-rendered walls, reclaimed oak beams, bricks and Norfolk pamments sit next to Mulberry Home fabrics, Designers’ Guild bedlinen and towels, and Woolroom mattress and bedding.
Love Local: Indie Shops in Cambridge to Buy the Perfect Gift for Valentines Day
Whether you're treating your other half, your friend, your mum, or yourself this Valentine's Day, be sure to spread the love to your local independent retailers. To help you out, we strolled the streets of Cambridge to find some of the best places to purchase that perfect gift, from sustainably sourced flowers and unique jewellery, to gourmet doughnuts and artisanal cheese. What better place to get that loved up feeling than the historic streets of Cambridge?
From Classic to Quirky: Some of the Best Date Spots in Cambridge
Whether it's a first date or 31st date, choosing a place to take a potential, new or established lover can be tricky. Do you go for cocktails, a nice meal, an experience or an activity? It's ultimately all down to what you and your partner enjoy, but with so many possibilities, it can be a little daunting.
Cafe Hopping: Exploring Some of the Best Indie Coffee Shops in Cambridge
Cafe culture is at the beating heart of Cambridge, alongside bicycles, punts and riverside Pimms. You can’t walk far down the pretty historic streets without stumbling across a cafe or two.
The Shiatsu Centre
With its origins in Japan and in traditional Chinese medicine, Shiatsu is a form of holistic bodywork, using acupressure and other techniques to treat a wide range of health conditions – both physical and emotional.
Star Plain Stores
A must visit for cheese enthusiasts, Star Plain Stores in Holt sources the finest small-batch cheese, as well as wine, coffee and chocolate. The shelves and counter are filled with high-quality provisions with a focus on specialist producers, organic, vegan and handmade.
originalprojects;
Artist-led charity originalprojects; delivers a dynamic, collaborative programme in Great Yarmouth, engaging with the communities, industries and heritage to uncover, support, create and promote innovative cultural experiences, assets and enterprise.
Danomey Kitchen
One-to-watch Danomey Kitchen is an independent kitchen based at Norwich pub The Stanley, serving lunch, brunch and dinner inspired by chef Naomi’s East End roots, world markets and, of course, the family dinner table.
Yarmouth Oilskins
Handmade in Great Yarmouth, Yarmouth Oilskins designs and manufactures unisex functional workwear and has done for over 100 years. Garments are made from start to finish in the factory by skilled craftspeople using traditional methods.
Winterton Lighthouse
Winterton Lighthouse is a converted 18th-century lighthouse located on the edge of the picturesque village of Winterton-on- Sea. With panoramic views of the Norfolk countryside, the sandy beach and the North Sea beyond, this home is available to book for up to eight guests.
Flint
Recognisable by its distinctive flint-embossed frontage, Flint has been a fixture in the Norwich Lanes for over 10 years. Known for its high-level customer service combined with experienced hair stylists who really listen to their clients, you’ll find beautiful art on the walls and well-curated shelves of hair care, fragrances, gifts and prints.
Norwich Yoga Central
From beginner to vinyasa, meditation to pranayama, Norwich Yoga Central (NYC) is a studio in the heart of Norwich city centre where yoga can be learnt and practised under the tutelage of some of the city’s best teachers.
Substrata Wines
The conduit between sustainable producers and conscientious consumers, Substrata Wines sells organic, biodynamic and natural wines from natural vineyards. Brothers Tom and Ben are committed to bringing organic and natural deliciousness to Norwich, and only buy wines from small, independent producers who grow their own organic grapes.
Ed Le May
Ed Le May is a graphic designer, sign writer and mural artist based in Norwich. Specialising in sign writing and illustration, his bold hand painted work can be seen on the streets and in shop windows all over Norwich including Artel, Indigo Tattoo Studio, Bowhill & Elliot, The Strangers Tavern, Gonzo’s Two Room and YARD.
The Stanley
The Stanley is a friendly pub in the heart of NR3 which has a huge range of beers and lager with a rotating selection of cask ales as well as an abundance of spirits and an ever-growing cocktail menu. Danomey Kitchen oversees the food offering and serves interesting plates which take inspiration from around the world.
Plant based eats With Tiffany Wallace
Scientist, nature writer, rewilder and educator Tiffany Wallace works in conservation, which encompasses issues from environmental policies to increasing biodiversity. As a mixed-race woman, she campaigns for a greater representation of diversity. A fierce vegan foodie and neurodivergent, Tiffany is particular about the flavour and texture of food. With so many great plant-based options in Norwich, here she shares her favourites.
Two Magpies Bakery
Award-winning artisan bakery Two Magpies has three branches in Norfolk, one in Norwich and two in North Norfolk – Holt and Blakeney – producing hand-baked goods and Allpress coffee to take away or eat in.
Outpost
Since its founding in 2004, artist-run charity OUTPOST has supported the professional development of around 50 individuals through hands-on training and experience of running a contemporary art space and studios in the form of a rolling volunteer Steering Committee.
Coccolino
Coccolino on Timberhill in Norwich has been selling designer baby and children’s clothing, accessories, gifts and toys for the past 15 years. With a motto of ‘fashion that spans the generations’, owner Dorothy selects high-quality childrenswear that will last and be passed down through time.