People behind the business: Meet Carrie
We recently caught up with Carrie who runs Six Little Birds in Norton to find out a little more about her… What did you want to be growing up? Kylie Minogue What inspired you to open Six Little Birds? My Children What’s your favourite bev? Red wine What’s...
Places to use the card by location
The Independent Teesside Card is your key to Teesside and will help you discover new favorites. We have put together a list showing all the local businesses where you can use the Independent Teesside Card categorised by location, including what discounts are available. Billingham Café Bela – 15% off the bill Peppermill Bistro –...
People behind the business: Meet Ben & Kelda
We recently caught up with Ben & Kelda who own the What Planet Are You On refill store to find out a little more about them. What did you want to be growing up? Ben – I was very undecided growing up as to what I wanted to be. When I was young I...
5 Reasons To Shop Local in Teesside This Christmas
Five Reasons To Shop Local in Teesside This Christmas Teesside is fantastic all year round, but thanks to a range of brilliant independent businesses, it’s particularly fantastic at Christmas. So, in today’s blog, we’ll explore the top five reasons to shop locally this festive period, starting with the Teesside economy. 1. Boost the Teesside economy...
The Very Best Burgers in Teesside
Burgers-on-Tees The Very Best Burgers in Teesside Everybody loves a burger, and we’ve got some absolute beauties here in the mighty Teesside. So, let’s take a look at the best burgers in Boro and beyond, starting with Sticky Fingers. 1. Sticky Fingers With locations in both Stockton and Middlesbrough, Sticky Fingers serves...
Five cocktail bars you HAVE to visit!
Love cocktails? You’ve come to the right place. We are some amazing cocktails bars throughout Teesside, so here is a little look at some of our favourites. 1. Last Pour Last Pour is located in the heart of Stockton’s bustling Regency West Mall, which has seen an independent renaissance over the last few...
Explore the Tees Valley on two wheels
Let’s Go Tees Valley is making it easier than ever to explore the Tees Valley on two wheels this summer thanks to its Let’s Go Ladies campaign. Let’s Go Ladies aims to show people, women in particular, that cycling is for everyone and you don’t need to be clad in Lycra and wearing clip-in shoes to enjoy it!...
Making an Impression in Print
A Stockton artist, who is now enjoying success through her new freelance graphic design business has taken her love for her hometown and turned it into vintage style prints now on sale at a local independent bookshop. 24-year-old Abby Taylor, a graphic design graduate from Cleveland College of Art and Design (CCAD), began working as...
Our Roots
Independent Teesside was forged from a desire to celebrate all things independent throughout Teesside. What started as a social media page shining a spotlight on some of our favourite places to visit, evolved into a movement that actively encourages Teessiders to support the independent businesses which are the heartbeat of our home.
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