19 businesses have now been spotlighted as part of the Chronicle & Echo’s weekly stories in the run up to Christmas, to encourage you to shop and support local.
This week we have another nine to share with you – all located at the heart of Northampton town centre, waiting to help you find the perfect gifts for your loved ones.
Here’s your reminder that if you want to be entertained while you visit these stores, pop into the town centre on December 2 – when jazz bands and street entertainers will take centre stage in St Giles’ Street.
The street will be closed to traffic that day to allow shoppers to walk freely, and cafes and restaurants to trade outside on the pavements.
Don’t forget you can meet Father Christmas in his grotto in the Grosvenor Shopping Centre from 10.30am until 4pm every Saturday and Sunday in December, as well as weekdays from December 18 to 23.
Closer to the big day, you can enjoy Christmas carols and musical performances in the town centre from 12pm until 5pm on Saturday, December 16.
There is hope this will be the perfect backdrop to any Christmas shopping you still have to do with nine days to go.
If you would like to see your favourite Northampton business spotlighted by the Chronicle & Echo in the lead up to Christmas, email [email protected].
Here are nine more Northampton town centres businesses to support as you start your Christmas shopping…
. Here are nine more town centres businesses to support as you start your Christmas shopping…
These businesses are all located at the heart of Northampton, waiting to help you find the perfect gifts for your loved ones. Photo: National World
. Montague Jeffery
Montague Jeffery is a family-run menswear store that has offered more than 120 years of quality service since it first opened in 1901. It was in 2012 that the business took the opportunity to extend, by taking over the premises next door. Montague Jeffery is proud to sell top quality country wear, with ranges to suit all occasions. The business is also available to shop from online. Location: 2 St Giles’ Street. Photo: Montague Jeffery
5. Bonds Jewellers
Bonds Jewellers is a stockist of fine and on-trend jewellery – spanning across earrings, necklaces, bracelets, wedding and engagement rings, charms and more. Founded in 1993, the jeweller has become one of the most respected independent jewellery retailers across the town. Even more contemporary brands are now stocked by Bonds, since becoming part of the Grace & Co. family in 2019. Location: 41-43 St Giles’ Street. Photo: Bonds Jewellers
6. The Wine Connection
The Wine Connection is an independent wine and spirits merchant at the heart of Northampton town centre. They pride themselves on offering real wine from traditional, family-run vineyards and passionate wine makers around the world. There are currently more than 1,000 different varieties available in store and ready to purchase as a gift for the wine lovers in your life. Location: 11 Derngate. Photo: The Wine Connection
7. Cardew & Co.
Cardews has built its name as a coffee and tea merchant since 1988. The business’ coffee is freshly roasted in house and ground to order. Shopping from independent businesses makes the festive period more special, so put thought into your gifts and pay Cardews a visit on St Giles’ Street. Location: 75 St Giles’ Street. Photo: Cardew & Co.
8. Lucci Leatherwear
Lucci Leatherwear’s journey began in Leicester Haymarket Shopping Centre in 1988, as a leather boutique stocking only small goods. The family-run, independent business has now operated for more than 30 years, with stores in both Northampton and Leicester. As they are passionate about what they sell to their customers, the team goes out of their way to make the experience one to remember. Location: 42 The Drapery. Photo: Lucci Leatherwear