Small Business Saturday Tour to hit the road in Leighton Buzzard next week
Inspiring stories of local entrepreneurs will be celebrated as the Small Business Saturday nationwide roadshow rolls into town.
Arriving in Leighton Buzzard next Thursday, (November 27), the Small Business Saturday roadshow team will visit and profile independent businesses across the town, shining a light on the people, passion, and innovation driving the local economy and community.
People are encouraged to go out and support all types of small businesses, whether online, in offices, or on the high street, with many small firms marking the day with special events and offers.
Home grown success stories will be shared across social media, alongside top-tips, behind-the-scenes tours, and demonstrations, giving people across the UK the chance to follow the journey and discover the talent powering Leighton Buzzard’s small business scene.
Small businesses to be visited include Funky Snake Escape Room and Mimic Escape, artistic florist shop Bits & Buds, and solicitors Elite Law.
“We are so excited to be visiting small businesses in Leighton Buzzard and all across the UK with this year’s Tour, leading up to Small Business Saturday on 6 December,” said Michelle Ovens, director of Small Business Saturday UK.
“This year’s campaign is all about shining a light on the nation’s favourite businesses, full of creativity, resilience, and heart that make them the backbone of local communities like Leighton Buzzard. We can’t wait to share their incredible stories and celebrate their impact.”
Small business owners across Leighton Buzzard can also take part in the campaign’s wider month-long online programme of free business support, including daily workshops, mentoring sessions, and insight events with industry experts and entrepreneurs.
A Small Business Happy Hour on Instagram will also take place every week, featuring giveaways from local businesses all over the country.
“Small businesses are vital to the UK economy, and giving entrepreneurs the right support and guidance is crucial to their success,” added Chris Sims, Chief Commercial Officer, UK Business, at BT.
“The Tour provides a valuable opportunity to connect directly with small businesses across the country, offering tailored guidance and practical resources to help them grow and adapt. It’s a powerful initiative that brings businesses together to drive innovation, strengthen local communities, and build a more resilient economy.”
Small Business Saturday is a grassroots, non-commercial campaign that celebrates small businesses and encourages consumers to support and spend with small firms.
The month-long tour kicks off the official countdown to Small Business Saturday on December 6.
Businesses can access free business support and get involved in the campaign here.