We asked our readers to nominate their favourite self-employed businesses for an appreciation post, and we were inundated with suggestions, so have included some of them in this gallery.
We thought it was time we showed them some love in these trying times, and to remind them that we care, and look forward to returning to our favourite salons, shops and bars once lockdown ends.
Have a look through our gallery, check out their facebook pages and give them a little support and hope for the rest of 2021.
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5. The Garrison
Antony Brett said: "Missing The Garrison on Leeming Street. "Looking forward to getting back together again once lockdown ends." Vicky Frew also nominated them: "I would like to let Dan Moody, Nathan Barlow and who all work at the Garrison in Mansfield that I miss them, all the banter we all used to have over some amazing beers - hope to see you all soon." Photo: The Garrison
6. Mark Leeson
Mark Leeson hair salon was nominate a number of times: Joanne Young said: "Mark Leeson 's fabulous salon! "I can't wait for them to open again and my hair is desperate for Joseph I'Anson 's amazing talent. "I always feel so much better after a pamper session there - they have customer service down to a fine art." Dianne Darby said: "Mark Leeson - can’t wait for the magic touch with my hair." Zoe Wild continued: "Mark Leeson - Love being pampered. "Can't wait to go again." Photo: Mark Leeson
7. Sherrine's Sparklies
Bernice Susan Taylor nominated Sherrine's Sparklies. She explained: "She is more than just fabulous nails (which they are absolutely amazing)! "As well as my fab nails, I feel like I’ve had a good therapy session putting the world to rights. "She has gone really out of her way to put everything and more in place to be able to give everyone fabulous nails safely in these awful times. "Can’t wait until she is able to open again and she really deserves to be recognised." Photo: Sherrine's Sparklies
8. Good Vibes Bakery
The vegan bakery in Mansfield was nominated by Amy Wilkinson. She said: "Good Vibes Bakery powers through whatever is thrown at her. "Home based bakery, amazing treats at affordable prices. "Another lockdown has hurt her business, as I’m sure many others, but Emma is still offering takeaway and trying her very best to put smiles on faces." Photo: Good Vibes Bakery