Celebrate Independence Day inSwindon

inSwindon are encouraging the people of Swindon to celebrate Independence Day by visiting some of the town centre’s many independent retailers.

Independence Day is an American holiday held annually on the fourth of July to commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, when America declared its independence from Great Britain. 

Although they won't be marking the occasion with fireworks and street parties, Swindon town centre's eclectic mix of local businesses still have plenty to celebrate. 

From The Forum to Plaza Pets, Swindon town centre is packed full of successful ‘independent’ retailers, each offering a diverse range of products and services at competitive prices. 

Co-owner of Plaza Pets, Alex Parker believes that the quality of customer service provided in independent retailers is of a higher standard to many big name retailers.

Alex said “people get a one to one service here that they wouldn’t get in a chain store. We give advice and help if people want it.”

Established for over a decade, men’s fashion store, The Forum, is a prime example of a thriving independent retailer in Swindon.

Located in The Brunel, The Forum stocks a variety of premium streetwear, heritage sportswear and limited edition sneakers.

Co-owner of The Forum, Andy Knight explains why he believes his business has managed to succeed.

“There aren’t many independent menswear stores in the town. We bring the brands to Swindon and I think we owe a lot of our success to that.”

There's no doubt that independent stores in Swindon are just as successful a big name retailers, but they still rely on the help and support of local people to stay open, so make sure to head down and pay them a visit.

Many of the independent retailers within the town centre are part of the Your Swindon Loyalty Card scheme where you can take advantage of the fantastic discounts that these stores have to offer.

Visit www.my-loyalty-card.com/swindon for more information of the retailers, the offers and where to get your card.