SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY – 7th DECEMBER 2013
Support our smaller shops for a bigger future.
Small Business Saturday is all about encouraging people to support small businesses, both on the day and beyond.
This year will see the first Small Business Saturday in the UK, held on one of the busiest shopping days of the year – the first Saturday in December.
Streatham businesses are getting in on the act with a fantastic range of EVENTS (see below) along the High Road, and a variety of great OFFERS (see below) in participating shops.
There will also be a raffle running throughout the day with tickets available at all local events (with the exception of the Christmas lights). Enter to win one of the following fabulous prizes:
- Full body massage vouchers worth £35
- Christmas cake by EarlGrey and Rose
- Fish Tale mini-hamper
- Other prizes donated by Made in Streatham & friends
- A small art print by local artist
Make sure you stay up to date by following @shopinstreatham and @instreatham for regular updates and new additions.
EVENTS
Mediworld Winter Fair, 11am-3pm
444-446 Streatham High Road, SW16 3PX
020 8764 1806
@MediworldLtd
Mediworld has been selected as one of 100 businesses to be profiled nationally as part of the Small Business Saturday campaign. To celebrate, they’re organising an event in their showroom, raising funds for Evelina Children’s Hospital.
Pop-in for delicious cakes from The Wren Sisters and Serendipity Tea Room, a selection of fish pates and cheeses from Fish Tale, spicy sauces from Peeps Treats and spa goods from Alphy & Becs.
Our Mayor Mark Bennett and MP Chuka Umunna will both be in attendance.
Small Business Exhibition, 11am-3pm
Gracefield Gardens Health Centre, 2-8 Gracefield Gardens, SW16 2ST
Come to Gracefield Gardens for locally made arts and crafts by Made in Streatham, a caricature artist, balloon-making, a nail bar and taster massages, all by local home businesses.
Plus:
- Hair care advice and demonstrations by Streatham Hill-based hair salon Duell – natural hair specialist for Afro-Caribbean hair
- Carol-singing by local children
Organised by www.18twentyfour.com and supported by The Next Level business support programme.
Wedding & Fashion Fair, 11am-3pm
Designer Weddings, 233 Streatham High Road, SW16 6EN
020 8769 1331
A fashion fair featuring designer labels with stunning accessories, African prints and fabrics by Standout Boutique, cake tasting by Serendipity Tea Room, hand massages by More Than Rubies, floral arrangements and photography.
Tell A Story, 12pm-2pm
Manna Christian Centre, 147-149 Streatham High Road, SW16 6EG
020 8769 8588
Visit Manna Christian Centre for children’s storytelling, face painting, balloon-making and 10% off every purchase on the day. Visit www.mannachristiancentre.co.uk to enter the ‘Tell Your Story’ competition for the chance to win a prize.
Earl Grey Tea Party, 11am-3pm
Earl Grey & Rose, 1 Streatleigh Parade, Leigham Court Road, SW16 1EQ
020 8696 0375
@EarlGreyandRose
Drop-in for delicious homemade cakes, along with handmade embroidery and crochet designs by local craftspeople.
Streatham Christmas Lights Switch-On, 4pm-5pm
Streatham ODEON, 47-49 Streatham High Road, SW16 1PW
To round-off a great day of shopping, join us outside the Odeon Cinema for mince pies, mulled wine and Streatham’s Christmas lights switch-on! Our MP Chuka Umunna and Mayor Mark Bennett will be leading the countdown, joined by Father Christmas and carol-singing schoolchildren.
SPECIAL OFFERS – running throughout the day on Saturday 7th December unless otherwise stated
145 Streatham High Road, SW16 6EG
Drop-in for free samples of protein shakes, plus free health and exercise plans with every purchase.
Rio Juice Bar
15 Leigham Hall Parade, Leigham Avenue, SW16 1DR
Try free samples of Acai smoothies while enjoying live performances by local young people at this Brazilian juice and snack bar which now doubles up as the studio for London Hot Radio.
I Love Coffee
126 Streatham High Road, London, SW16 1BW
Take advantage of a free upgrade on any coffee, tea or hot chocolate throughout the day!
Indigo Tree 30 The High Parade, Streatham High Road, SW16 1EX
Win an Indigo Tree £50 gift voucher! On Saturday 7th December any purchases of £20 or over will be entered into their prize draw.
Bayshi Bags 232a Streatham High Road, SW16 1BB
Bayshi is offering 10% off bags and purses throughout the day
Designer Weddings 233 Streatham High Road, SW16 6EN
On top of the in-store Wedding and Fashion Fair, you can get 50% off on a selection of wedding dresses and 10% off everything at Standout Boutique.
Beauty Spot 6 Leigham Hall Parade, Streatham High Road, SW16 1DR
Beauty Spot is offering a 10% discount on all appointments booked on the day. Treatments include nails, threading, waxing, tanning, facials and massage.
Unicorn Dry Cleaners 91 Streatham Hill, SW2 4DU
Take advantage of 10% off all dry-cleaning until the end of December. To qualify, pick up a voucher from the Small Business Exhibition at Gracefield Gardens.
Fizz DJ 16 Leigham Hall Parade, SW16 1DR
Pop in-store and mention Small Business Saturday to qualify for special discounts on studio hire and DJ equipment.
203 Nigerian Restaurant 203 Streatham High Rd, SW16 6EG
are offering lunch time specials for half the regular price / Jollof Rice and Chicken or mixed meat £5.00 / Seafood surprise with fried yam £6.50 / Gizzard Special £5 / Garnished Fish mini £6.00 / Meat Pies £1.00 / Warm Cous Cous salad with mixed meat £5.50 / All can beers 1.50 on the day / Fruity non alcoholic Cocktails £4.00
Keep checking back for details and follow @shopinstreatham for updates.