Here is a retro throwback to Mansfield's Handley Arcade in 1961-62. Handley Arcade is now home to a handful of independent retailers, including big names such as Captain Mansfield, Sewing Direct (formerly known as Sally Twinkle), The Cheeky Monkey bar and a brain cancer fundraising shop, Jack of All Hearts. The site is set to welcome new businesses in the coming weeks. For more information about the arcade and its independent tenants, visit www.handleyarcade.co.ukplaceholder image
Here is a retro throwback to Mansfield's Handley Arcade in 1961-62. Handley Arcade is now home to a handful of independent retailers, including big names such as Captain Mansfield, Sewing Direct (formerly known as Sally Twinkle), The Cheeky Monkey bar and a brain cancer fundraising shop, Jack of All Hearts. The site is set to welcome new businesses in the coming weeks. For more information about the arcade and its independent tenants, visit www.handleyarcade.co.uk

Readers make 'shopping' list of 13 must-visit independent retailers in the Mansfield area

July is Independent Retailer Month, a global 'shop local' campaign – and to celebrate, we are sharing some ‘independent’ suggestions for the Mansfield area from shoppers.

Independent Retailer Month is a shop local campaign that runs annually throughout July across the world.

The campaign aims to encourage consumers to shop at independent businesses – highlighting their positive social and economic impact.

Thanks to supportive shoppers in the Mansfield area, your Chad has compiled a list of some popular independent recommendations.

This is by no means an exhaustive list, but covers 13 popular independent suggestions.

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