Shop Local

Shop Local shares stories about local businesses and the benefits of shopping in Bradford. The information in this section is made possible through the support of the Bradford Board of Trade.

Bradford restaurant building relationships, community for past 10 years

After 10 years in business, local restaurant decides to rebrand

Feb 21, 2022 12:00 PM Read more >

Family auto shop serving community since 1973

‘We do everything in Bradford. We like having our business in Bradford because we were born, bred, and raised here’

Feb 7, 2022 12:00 PM Read more >

Bradford agency adapts to new world of travel

Verona Travel has been in business for over 30 years, but the past two have been the most challenging with pandemic restrictions

Jan 24, 2022 12:30 PM Read more >

A 'Thunder's Run' for your money: Local pet service business keeping pets active for 20 years

'It’s really nice when we hear our clients say they are happy that we are part of their pet’s life', says business owner

Jan 10, 2022 12:30 PM Read more >

Bradford jeweller thankful for local support throughout pandemic

'Bradford is a really friendly community and we care about our customers and about what we make here,' says longtime jewellery shop owner

Dec 27, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Recreational activities an important part of COVID recovery for mental health, local business (5 photos)

'People are so ready. Parents and kids are so ready to be back,' says local gymnastics club owner about post lockdown enrollment

Dec 13, 2021 12:00 PM Read more >

'Tis the season for shopping local

'We like the small home town feel and getting to know our customers by name and learning their likes and dislikes so we can offer them a personal shopping experience,' says local shop owner

Nov 29, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

Local beauty salon adapts to ever-changing pandemic landscape

Beauty salon owner Brittany Buck is excited to be back behind the chair, serving clients while adapting to changing pandemic landscape

Nov 15, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

Bradford gym owners creating a 'home away from home' for fitness enthusiasts

'The biggest aspect of the ‘niche’ or ‘boutique’ gyms, is the social structures you can bid from it. You meet others trying to achieve a common goal and that brings camaraderie,' says local gym owner

Nov 1, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

Pioneer Restaurant serving up good eats, good times in Bradford for over 50 years

Pioneer Restaurant owner Themo Mavrakakis enjoys serving the community and supporting other local establishments whenever he can

Oct 18, 2021 1:30 PM Read more >

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