This week, Chronicle & Echo visited independent businesses in the town centre to find out what they have to offer in the run up to Valentine’s Day.
From sweet treats and natural wax candles, to pottery and sparkly jewellery, nothing says love more than buying someone a gift from a local, independent business.
The variety this February is second to none, so let’s waste no time in showing you what you could get your hands on before the big day.
And if you are yet to book a date to celebrate, read our round up of the 10 Northampton restaurants offering exclusive Valentine’s menus.
5. Abraxas Cookshop
You can never have too many mugs, and these would also make a good gifting option if you are looking to buy for a friend this Valentine’s Day. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
6. Dychurch Lifestyle
Dychurch Lifestyle has Valentine’s gift options for both men and women – with a wide range of men’s flat caps, which are all the rage after the success of Peaky Blinders. If it is women’s hats you are looking for, these Barbour bobble hats are £34.95 each. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
7. Dychurch Lifestyle
The St Giles’ Street store also has a sale on its boots and shoes, so pay them a visit soon before the deals come to an end. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
8. Dychurch Lifestyle
You can never go wrong with a leather belt for the man in your life, and you will be spoiled for choice in Dychurch Lifestyle. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds