‘We're more than just a route between two parts of town' - Traders proud of Bridgnorth’s 'independent quarter'
Traders between High Town and Low Town say they are often forgotten.
More than a dozen independent businesses in Bridgnorth caught between High Town and Low Town, have gathered together to remind people of the town’s ‘hidden gem’.
Traders at the top of Cartway, Waterloo Terrace, Bank Street and Castle Terrace in the town say they are often forgotten and overlooked by visitors due to being situated halfway between the high street businesses in High Town and the riverside firms in Low Town.
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But Emilie Huton, who runs Giovanni’s Coffee, Ice Cream & Crepes, says some visitors are missing a treat.
“There is a lot of focus on High Town and Low Town but we are one of Bridgnorth’s best-kept secrets, so we came together to remind people we are here,” said Emilie, who took over the shop three years ago, having worked in the ice cream parlour after moving from France more than a decade ago.
She said Bridgnorth’s ‘independent quarter’ features artisan makers, carefully curated boutiques, welcoming cafés and other hidden gems.
“We have a wonderful business community here, and a really good relationship. Everybody knows everybody and we help each other out,” she said.
Alongside Giovanni’s, there is the family-run Alley Katz Toy Shop; Fresh From Nature, which sells natural homeware; Gallery 15; fashion boutique Kitt Clothing; women’s clothing shop Land & Limey; wellbeing and beauty space Lounge by Lauren Doyl;, crystal store Mothers Goodies and award-winning bridal boutique My Little Wedding Shop.
She added that the area also features some of the town’s best places to eat, including The Viking Chefs, a unique Scandinavian-inspired restaurant; The Winding House Café; Violets Tea Room; the High Town Grill and The Terrace Sweetshop.
There is also a specialist vintage clothing shop, The Looking Glass; Pamper That Pooch pet boutique; and charity shops Mind and Cancer Research.
“We are more than just a route between two parts of town - we are a destination in our own right,” added Emilie.
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