Local shopping is a great way to support the local economy and reduce food miles. The transportation required to get food to us from other parts of the country, and particularly internationally, contributes greatly to our carbon footprints, whereas local shopping is an easy way to minimise this.
here are a few different ways to indulge in local shopping depending on where you live and your budget. It can be cheaper to buy from big supermarkets, but you may then have to compromise on freshness and quality. You may also find that some local shopping can be better for your pocket than you might think so shop around to find the best deals in terms of price and quality. Below are some suggestions to get you started along with links to other pages within our site.
- Visit your local high street – your local butcher, fishmonger, bakery and greengrocer will probably offer fresh, local food that you may find is not much if any more expensive than the supermarket. Also check out the delicatessen for local specialities and packaged products.
- Try local Farm Shops which will sell their own produce which may also be organic.
- Check out Farmers’ Markets for a wide range of locally produced food and drink.
- Try a local Organic Vegetable Box Scheme which often offer excellent value for money.
Our Eco Friendly Food Shopping and Sustainable Food pages may also be of interest.
