Author: allhighstreets
The happy dance
The happy dance We have all seen the quote “when you shop small a real little person does a happy dance”. As non-essential stores/businesses are forced to close the pressure on the little people in our communities is immense. We speak to small independent shop owners, makers and creators every day and know how hard … read more
What it feels like to catch COVID-19
What it feels like to catch COVID-19 We are in the midst of a global pandemic but don’t really expect to catch COVID-19 as we follow the rules and do everything we can to stay safe. Hands, Face, Space! December and early January have been a bit of write off for us, as we tested positive for COVID-19. We … read more
Tiers all round
The new official tier system came into play today, 2nd December 2020, replacing national lockdown in England. We are now all living in a tiered England, with 99% of the UK in the toughest two tiers. Whilst it may not be the news we want to hear; we have pulled on our positive pants at AllHighStreets.com … read more
Happy birthday Instagram
It has been a decade since we first downloaded Instagram. The picture-sharing app founded by tech entrepreneurs Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger in San Francisco. Instagrams success is a dream most Silicon Valley entrepreneurs aspire to, as the app was an instant hit attracting thousands of users within hours of going live, and was sold … read more
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We miss shopping too
We miss shopping too Remember the good old days when you could meet your friends in town and spend the entire day shopping? Walking around each shop in a methodical fashion to make sure you don’t miss a thing; taking way too many items to the changing room… trying on everything in every shop only … read more
The new normal and why we love it!
According to research from Headspace (the mediation app) 85% of Brits have seen positive outcomes from lockdown and some of those healthy habits are here to stay.
Why we should shop local
Why we should shop local Forget the BOGOFF and think WIGIG (When It’s Gone It’s Gone) Whilst the high street might not be the first place you think of when it’s time to do some shopping; could you do without it? Whether it is a last-minute gift, a dash to get the all-important ingredient or … read more