Keep shopping small
In these strange times we find ourselves in our wonderful local businesses need us more than ever before. Although their doors are closed, so many are still offering their services, so if you can, please do support them.
I'm building a directory of all the small business offerings below so it's all in one place, and I'll keep adding to it...
If you're a local Essex business owner still doing your thing, please drop me a line to contactmadeinessex@gmail.com and I'll add you X
Food & Drink
Osborne's- Fishmongers
Traditional retail fishmonger and 5th generation family run cockle and whelk processor, delivering fresh fish & shellfish.Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
Call 01702 477387 to order
Harrisons - Butchers
Family run butchers, delivering locally sourced free-range meat & poultry. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
Call 01702 711523 to order
Vino Vero - Wine/Spirits
Stockist of wine (mostly organic & vegan friendly), craft beers, artisan gins & other spirits. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery within 5 miles (with £40 minimum spend)
vinovero.co.uk to order
Pot Herbs- Greengrocers
A local greengrocers delivering fruit & veg boxes. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
01702 478250 to order
All fired up - Pizza packs
Frying Pan Pizza packs, £10 each - includes everything you need to make a delicious margherita at home..
2 homemade dough balls, homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil & dusting flour.
Available to SSO and SS9 postcodes
Free local contactless delivery
07891 656003 to order
Milly's Deli Cafe
Deli cafe, selling an array of delights including pasta, rice & cheeses. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free contactless delivery
01702 474373 to order
Flour and Spoon - Bakery
Artisan bakery delivering fresh bread, including their award winning sourdough, plus other essentials. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
flourandspoon.com to order
The Refill Room
The first zero waste shop in Essex, selling a huge selection of produce including cereals, pastas, dried fruits and nuts. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Delivery to SS0 and SS9 postcodes
01702 474431 to order
Shops
Argosy Toys - Toy shop
Family run toy shop established over 70 years ago, with a huge range of toys for all ages.Based in Westcliff
Free local contactless delivery
argosytoys.co.uk
Ruby & Willow - Kidswear
Preloved kids clothes & ethically sourced brands for your little ones. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
rubyandwillowkids.co.uk
Boni Vee- Hardware
Local hardware store selling cleaning products, paints and DIY bits and pieces. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
To order
instagram.com/boniveehardware
OtherLetters - Party ware
Party ware and decor, including personalised cake toppers & banners. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
otherletters.co.uk
Castle Collection - Jewellery
Handmade personalised jewellery & gifts. Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
castlecollection.co.uk
The Dress Maker - Fabrics
Fabric & Haberdashery shop.
Based in Leigh-on-Sea
Free local contactless delivery
01702 474115
Art Galleries
Two Tree Gallery
Gallery in Leigh-on-Sea showing the work of 9 fab local artists, with a window display that's still changing weekly. Walk-by as part of your daily exercise.
To reserve a piece to collect (when we're out the other side)
instagram.com/twotreegallery
70 The Broadway
Gallery in Leigh-on-Sea
Pop up window show on display at the mo - see below to get involved and walk-by to see it as part of your daily exercise.
Commission a fabulous portrait painting or gilded drawing from your photos, by the super talented gallery owner Emma Bell
instagram.com/emmabell70
Arty things to do
An art prompt a day
Artist & Secret Art Club teacher Michelle Goldman is posting daily prompts to help keep your creativity flowing
instagram.com/goldman.art_
Pop-up window show
Pop your artwork under the shop door at 70 The Broadway in Leigh to be included in the galleries window display. Open to everyone (maximum size A4 please)
70 The Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea
instagram.com/emmabell70
Small business services
Essex Marketing - Brand building
Digital marketing agency providing branding, website, PR and marketing services to small businesses, including new affordable websites for those who suddenly find themselves needing to take their services online...
essexmarketingservices.com