Family-run bath bomb shop opens in Mansfield shopping centre after years of wholesale and markets

The Little Lotion company is now open for business in the former Thorntons unit inside Four Seasons.

The family-run business, launched by Katy Bacon and partner Dave Foulstone in 2016 had previously operated from a 500 sq feet facility in Shirebrook, supplying wholesalers and running market stalls.

Along with an extensive children’s range of products, the business also caters to more mature shoppers with adult-themed bath bombs, along with pamper products for all ages.

Katy, a former retail supervisor, and Dave, who was a kitchen manager, are now full-time in their family-run business in Mansfield’s popular shopping centre.

Katy said: “It was quite overwhelming to see so many of our friends, family, and customers there as well as lots of new customers too.”

An official opening, which included a ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside Mansfield mayor Andy Abrahams, saw support from neighbouring retailers, friends, family, and shoppers.

Gingersnap Parties, an events company, provided Spider-Man and Cinderella as special guests for the day.

Katy said: “We would like to say a massive thank you to everyone who came down to see us.

“Whether you bought something, had a browse or congratulated us, we are very grateful to every one of you.”

Loran Keetley, a customer who attended the open day, said: “Already used my carpet freshener and my bath bomb smells amazing. My daughter absolutely loved seeing her first princess too.”

Another customer, Michelle Smith, said; “Congratulations. You deserve it.”