New virtual high street scheme to launch in Huntingdonshire to get people shopping locally

A new virtual high street service is due to launch in Huntingdonshire on March 2nd.

The scheme is called 'Click it Local' and aims to support independent shops during the pandemic.

From weekly food essentials, gifts and treats to last-minute basics, customers will be able to buy from local shops and get it delivered on the same day.

The scheme has been announced in partnership with Huntingdonshire's District Council.

Cllr Ryan Fuller added:

"Click it Local is a fantastic opportunity for our local high street businesses in Huntingdonshire to have an online presence. We aim to encourage more people to shop locally and support independent businesses that are at the centre  of our local economy. The new service will provide customers with a convenient and safe way to shop online, whilst supporting their local businesses.”

The founder of Click it Local, Steve Koch, says he wanted to find a way for more people to shop locally:

Stores that have already signed up to Click it Local Huntingdonshire Include:

• Lorenzo’s Coffee

• St Ives Refill Centre

• Pet Havens

• Warboys Hardware

• This Little Piggie

• Crafty Monkey

• Happy Earth Refills

• Herrimans Farm

• The Riverport Muesli Company

• Janet Church Interiors

• La Muse

• Afternoon Tea by the Mrs Ps

• The Eco Earth Shop

• Beau Beauty Bar

• The Pantry by Diamond Hampers

• Musicstreet

• Go Grazie

• Bury Framing and Printing

• Alfresco Dining Company

Click it Local has already successfully launched in Cambridgeshire, Brighton, Essex and parts of London and is now looking to extend to further towns and villages across the UK in a bid to support local and independent business. 

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