Retail

Westlands Farm Shop to bring fresh produce to Winchester high street

Westlands Farm Shop, a family-owned business from Meon Valley, has submitted plans to open its second store in Winchester. The shop, which would bring a range of fresh... READ MORE »

Years of sleepless nights finally pay off as owner of mother-of-the-bride boutique Lisa says 'I love it'

Lisa Dawson admits she couldn't have picked a worse time to launch her mother-of-the-bride boutique business. It was April 2021, during the pandemic. She had planned to... READ MORE »

Five years of tinkering bear fruit as Monty’s foldaway toilet frame lands sales in 15 countries

Hidealoo, a Hampshire startup looking to aid the installation of toilets in small and hard-to-fit spaces, has now landed sales in 15 different countries. The Hidealoo... READ MORE »

Bags, keyrings & wallets: Isle of Wight artisan gives new lease of life to Hovertravel’s used rubber

Hovertravel, which operates the Portsmouth to Isle of Wight hovercraft, has launched a new partnership with Offkuttt, an artisan maker from the Isle of Wight. Taking the... READ MORE »

Moo-ving on up! Beauty salon which began in Farnham to open seventh franchise in Winchester

Hampshire-born beauty salon Mooeys is preparing to open its newest location in Winchester, with franchise owner Katie Jansons at the helm. Born and raised in the city... READ MORE »

Local business signs on as official Southampton FC training kit partner for 24/25

Chandler's Ford based Draper Tools has signed on as Southampton FC's official training kit partner for the upcoming 2024/25 season. The business has a rich history with... READ MORE »

It's a summer of celebration for Southampton pet store reaching ten years in business

Healthy Pet Store in Totton is getting ready to celebrate its tenth year in business. Deborah Burrows first opened the doors to the store in 2014, and it has since grown... READ MORE »

Planners give the green light to second phase of Landsec’s £45m investment in Gunwharf Quays

Planning permission for the second phase of Landsec’s £45 million investment in Gunwharf Quays has been granted by Portsmouth City Council. The new phase focuses on... READ MORE »

Pandemic pivot sees sparkling sales for Alresford's Brush Baby

Dominique Tillen's move online during lockdown saw sales at child toothbrush retailer Brush Baby shine The pandemic was make-or break for many South East firms with... READ MORE »

From roots in lockdown boredom, Chiara's Southampton floristry business flourishes

The year is 2020. With lockdowns in place to slow the spread of the coronavirus, many are turning to gardening as a past-time. Among them is Chiara Nash, the now-Owner of... READ MORE »