Our team loves supporting local independent businesses, and here in Lewes we’re spoilt for choice. From coffee shops and bakeries to vintage and book shops, there’s something for everyone on our eclectic high street.
Read on to discover some of our team’s favourite local independent shops and eateries in the local area. The list provides the perfect itinerary for a stroll along the high street on an autumnal Saturday morning.
1. Flint Owl Bakery
Flint Owl Bakery’s specialty is organic, homemade bread and pastries that taste as good as they look. Their sourdoughs are made using a traditional slow fermentation process, taking around 48 hours from start to finish.
They have cafes in Lewes, East Grinstead, and Brighton. At the Lewes branch, you can also find a lunch menu that changes daily and a beautiful courtyard garden for you to enjoy your purchases. It’s also dog-friendly, so you can bring your four-legged friend with you to enjoy a leisurely hour at the bakery.
Find them at: 209 High St, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2DL
2. Cheese Please
Cheese Please is a dairy lover’s paradise, and this September they’re marking their fifth anniversary. When visiting their shop, expect to see some of the finest artisanal cheese from local producers across Sussex as well as wine, chutneys, crackers, and olives to enjoy alongside your cheese.
You can also find them at Lewes Friday Market in Market Tower every week selling the local cheeses they are famous for as well as organic eggs from Springles Farm in Barcombe.
Find them at: 46 High St, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2DD
3. Closet & Botts
Many of our team members can lose themselves in Closet & Botts for hours at a time, with so many beautiful and fascinating pieces of vintage and new homewares, fashion, and gifts to see. Owners Chloe and Harriet opened the shop after being inspired by trips to flea markets and car boot sales across Europe.
They also offer wedding and event hire, so you can furnish your venue with one-of-a-kind vintage finds to make your day even more special.
Find them at: 37 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2LU
4. Nørd
If Scandi-chic is your idea of heaven, you’ll love nørd. The shop stocks all manner of beautiful things, from homewares to beauty, clothing to children’s toys. As well as their own brand, they also stock items from brands including American Vintage, Bellerose, and Jellycat.
Have a look at their new Early Autumn range for inspiration for the new season.
Find them at: 11 Cliffe High Street, Lewes
5. Lewes Cycle Shack
As a keen cyclist himself, our director Lee can often be found in Lewes Cycle Shack. The team there are passionate about encouraging everyone to become enthusiastic about cycling and will do all they can to help you enjoy getting started.
In store, you can book safety checks and bike servicing, and you can also shop for your next bike or essential accessories.
Find them at: 53 Cliffe High Street, Lewes, BN7 2AN
6. Boon Books
Boon books is an independent, family-owned book shop in the centre of Lewes. Much of their stock comprises discounted, remaindered, and overstock books that might otherwise have been discarded. To save them from their fate, Boon books sells them in their store, making it the perfect place to discover hidden gems for excellent prices.
As well as stocking a range of books including fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels, and children’s literature, Boon Books also have a “reading roulette” you can try. Buy a mystery book from your favourite genre that is already packaged in brown paper for a fun surprise.
Find them at: 18 High St, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2LN
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This article is for general information only and does not constitute advice.
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