Shopping locally not only fills your bags but also strengthens the UK economy. Small and micro businesses contribute a significant 25% of the nation’s GDP, and artisan markets play a key role in this by offering entrepreneurs and micro-businesses a platform to sell their goods and refine their skills. At the heart of this movement is Pedddle, the UK’s leading artisan market directory.
Pedddle.com doesn’t just connect consumers with local markets; it also provides valuable services to small businesses. Through subscription options, Pedddle supports makers and stallholders with marketing, streamlining business processes, and enhancing their overall operations. Artisan markets, powered by platforms like Pedddle, are essential for fostering a resilient and innovative economy.
Small businesses form the backbone of the UK economy, generating over 53% of private sector turnover and employing nearly 16.3 million people—around 61% of the workforce. By choosing to shop locally, consumers fuel a circular economy that keeps revenue in their communities, supports innovation, and strengthens British suppliers.
“More and more shoppers are turning to their local markets as they see the importance of supporting their communities and keeping money in their local area,” says Nicki, Founder of Pedddle and a passionate advocate for the UK’s creative market scene.
“Shopping small helps us all,” Nicki implores. “Artisan markets foster meaningful connections between makers and buyers, they are a community and so strengthen community bonds, and they allow consumers to support businesses that align with their values. It’s not just shopping, it’s investing in the future of your own local area, your own neighbours and neighbourhood”.
Pedddle makes supporting local easier than ever. With a comprehensive directory of creative markets and stallholders across the UK, you can discover unique gifts, sustainable products, and fresh goods, while making a positive economic impact. Visit Pedddle.com to explore artisan markets near you and join the movement to shop small. What better way to start 2025?!
This festive season and beyond, choose local markets. Choose creativity, sustainability and community. Britain’s economic resilience can be helped by you – because every single purchase counts.
