Oxford City Council is running a major campaign to highlight the unique gems and brilliant indies of the city centre in the run up to Christmas. As part of the campaign, I have teamed up with Freddie Jewson to create eleven videos that showcase the diverse array of independent shops and restaurants in the city, including in The Covered Market.
The independent businesses featured, share their personal memories of Oxford at Christmas, and their plans for their businesses this year. Indies have gone above and beyond to make their stores magical this year, creating memorable and safe experiences for customers.
The run-up to Christmas is a crucial time for businesses, with many making the majority of their year’s revenue during this ‘golden quarter’, and with government support coming to an end, local support is even more important for the businesses that make our towns and high streets diverse, vibrant and unique.
Discover the stories and people behind indies old and new in Oxford, featuring;
The Oxford Wine Company, Hoyles of Oxford, Laird Hatters, The Oxford Soap Company, The Handle Bar, Fairtrade at St Michaels, Blushes Collective, Blue Blood Sports, Coffeesmiths, The Market Cellar Door and Babylon Trading.
Indie Stories
You can also find stories from The Garden, The Jam Factory, Sanders of Oxford, Objects of Use, The Project PT, Payne & Son and Jericho Coffee Traders filmed in 2020.
For a full list of indies to support in Oxfordshire, head over to the Independent Oxford Directory where you’ll find stores, restaurants, cafes, things to do and more across the county.
