Northampton is home to a variety of independent businesses that deserve to be championed.
At the heart of the town’s Cultural Quarter lies St Giles’ Street, a thriving hub for local and independent businesses.
Spanning from a bakery, cafes and a coffeehouse, to a florist, clothing shops and a mouth-watering cheese deli, there truly is something for everyone.
During the past week alone, the co-owner of Vintage Guru spoke out about just how much is on offer in the town centre and St Giles’ Street had a long-standing business of 18 years relocate there.
Here are 15 independent businesses to check out the next time you visit St Giles’ Street…
5. The Eccentric Englishman
This quirky cafe and bar, which first opened in September 2021, is best known for its tiddly afternoon teas, themed events, and highly rated cheesecake – which business owner Liz Cox often sells out of. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
6. Abraxas Cookshop
Abraxas Cookshop is a multi award-winning, independent and family run business, founded by sisters Helen Sparrow and Sarah George in 1996. Known for stocking only the best equipment, including Emma Bridgewater pottery, this well-established business is here to stay. Photo: Abraxas Cookshop
7. St Giles Cheese
This family run cheese deli was first established in 2010. Sitting in the heart of Northampton town centre at the end of St Giles’ Street, the storefront and smell as you enter is guaranteed to make your mouth water. Photo: St Giles Cheese
8. Saints Coffee
Saints Coffee is a cafe and bar, serving coffee, cocktails, fresh breakfasts and sandwiches. It hosts a number of events in collaboration with fellow small and independent businesses in Northampton, so keep a lookout. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds