Stay Local Stay Safe

Across the country, businesses have been hit hard by the pandemic and the Braintree district is no exception.

As many of our local businesses re-open from 12^th April as part of the government’s roadmap out of lockdown, we want to give our town centres, high streets, retailers, small businesses and markets across the district the best chance possible of bouncing back as the lockdown restrictions are eased, but we must stay safe.

Our Stay Local, Stay Safe campaign is aimed at encouraging people to support our local businesses to help them bounce back, but also play our part by following the guidance. This will ensure we all have a safe, enjoyable visits.

We’ve created a list of local businesses across the Braintree district below who you can shop, eat, drink and visit local.

Let’s give small businesses in our hometown the recognition they deserve by staying local and staying safe.

What can you do?

Shop safe

Easing of lockdown measures does not mean the threat posed by COVID-19 has gone away.

It is up to all of us to continue to follow social distancing and public health guidelines while on the high street and inside shops.

Follow arrangements in place such as queuing instructions and one-way systems that have been laid for everyone’s safety.

Remember to avoid using cash and pay through a contactless card payment if you can.

Shop Local

Small independent businesses which are the lifeblood of our High Streets have been hit hardest by the lockdown – and they need your support now more than ever.

By shopping local, you are doing your bit to support local businesses, maintain local jobs and preserve the character of your High Street.

Supporting our High Streets creates jobs in the local community, supporting often young and disadvantaged people to find employment. Helping to grow the number of jobs in our local area makes for a better place to live and work, which then creates a healthy economy for the community.

Small and local businesses often stock items which are made locally and aren’t available elsewhere else, providing a great range of choice and unique products that bring much-needed originality and variety into communities – including rare finds and items that aren’t mass produced.

Walk and cycle

Make the most of our district's cycle lanes to help support social distancing. As well as ensuring journeys are kept local, walking and cycling is a better mode of transport for your health and the environment.

Make sure you wear a face covering if using public transport but as the government guidance says, avoid public transport altogether if you can.

Promote your High Street

If you love a local store or service in your area, you can help promote them by tagging their business on social media along with the hashtags #StayLocalStaySafe and tagging us in on Facebook and Instagram. For example, you could share stories and photos from your first visit to your favourite local shops following the easing of lockdown restrictions.

Get your business involved

Add your business listing for free on our website and use our campaign digital assets for your social media accounts – email us at

Tag us on social media whenever posting about events, offers and news from your business and share in our dedicated Facebook group.

If there’s anything we can do to further support you, .

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Bobby Bobs

Address
trebor photography

Address

Cressing Road, BRAINTREE, Essex, CM7 3PQ

Telephone
01376 786995

BRAINTREE

The photography studio is located just out of Braintree Town Centre, with easy access and only five minutes from Braintree Village.
Scents A’Mour

Address

7 Crown Meadow, Braintree, Essex, CM7 9EX

Telephone
07977556611

Braintree
Indie Kate

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Holdfast Credit Union

Address

The Centre, 90 Newland Street, Witham, Essex, CM8 1AH

Telephone
01376516994

Witham

Holdfast is your local Credit Union, run by the community for the community. Holdfast is a Financial Co-Operative which is owned and managed by its members. Holdfast was founded in 1992 and our head office is based in the United Reformed Church…
Made by Leanne

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Made By Leanne is a small business selling handmade resin products such as, bookmarks, coasters, key rings, trays and trinket dishes with more to come soon.
Check out their Instagram page @madebyleanne_ where you’ll be able to place an order…
Fever Accessories

Address

11 George Yard, Braintree, Essex, CM77 1RB

Telephone
01376 325928

Braintree

Fever Accessories
ladies Branded Accessories
We are like an “Aladdin’s Cave” Full of wonderful Christmas Gifts.
With a New Jewellery Department & Our Fabulous Range of Ladies Boots & Handbags, we Certainly have something for…
Summerhouse Aromatherapy

Address

unit 76 Middle Mall, Braintree Village, Charter Way, Braintree, Essex, CM77 8YH

Telephone
01376 350166

Charter Way, Braintree

Artisan Made Aromatherapy Products
Kitty Comforts Boarding Cattery

Address

Blackmore End, BRAINTREE, Essex, CM74DX

Telephone
07731 729792

BRAINTREE

A lovely cattery in a quiet location, heated chalets, insurance, cat litter and bedding supplied
The Treatment Rooms

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The Modern Dog

Address

Guithavon Street, WITHAM, Essex, CM8 1BJ

Telephone
07846279753

WITHAM

The Modern Dog is a contemporary grooming space and retail store where your dog can come to relax and be groomed in a calm, modern environment where only the best all natural products are used that are not just good for your dog but also kind to the…
Braintree Museum Gift Shop

Address

Braintree Museum, Manor Street, Braintree, CM7 3HW

Telephone
01376328868

Braintree

One of the last independent gift shops in Braintree providing unique, original and local gifts.
Total Tops

Address
The Land of Candy

Address

Blake House Craft Centre, Blake End, Rayne, BRAINTREE, Essex, CM77 6SH

Rayne, BRAINTREE
Facial Aesthetics

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Browns Luxury Hair

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Braintree Library

Address

Fairfield Road, BRAINTREE, Essex, CM7 3YL

BRAINTREE
Manor Studio Essex

Address

84 Manor Street, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3HR

Telephone
07788197580

Braintree

Manor Studio Essex is a mulit functional recording studio based in the heart of Braintree town centre offering recording services, musical instrument and vocal lessons, regearshal space, song writing / production, voice over and audio / video…
The Peachy Kind

Address

Braintree

Braintree

The Peachy Kind
A handmade independent accessories brand all made in the heart of Braintree. Ranging from unique headbands, earrings, clips and so on... Specialising in bespoke pieces & customisations are welcomed to make any look stand out…
Braintree Community Centre

Address

19-21 Bocking End, BRAINTREE, Essex, CM7 9AE

Telephone
01376 323280

BRAINTREE

We offer weekly classes and weekend workshops in a range of subjects from arts and crafts to languages, all with experienced tutors in a friendly atmosphere. We also host art and craft events throughout the year such as the Braintree Open Exhibition…