Pop-up independent retail shop to open in Milton Keynes shopping centre

    This week, intu Milton Keynes welcomes the launch of new pop-up concept the Indie Collective.

    The Indie Collective is a project that showcases independent creators all under one roof, encouraging people to shop local and support small businesses. Half of the financial backing has come from Milton Keynes Council with the rest achieved from a successful crowdfunding campaign.

    Offering an eclectic mix of homeware, décor, baby products, prints, bags, upcycled clothing, and personalised gifts, the pop-up is arriving just in time for the festive season. Oh My Cakery, known for its sell-out cake Fridays, will be bringing daily delectable delights to the store.

    The Indie Collective is the brainchild of Adele Mackinnon, Carly Byrne and Steph Orr, small business owners keen to do their bit to save the high street and support other independents during a challenging time for retail.

    “An empty unit is a sad sight for any high street. We saw this an as opportunity to bring our retail dream to life,” says Steph Orr.

    “Not only will the store be a place to shop but also an experience, as you get to know the makers behind the products and their stories. We have all spent the past six months shopping online and it is time to support bricks and mortar stores if the high street is to recover,” she adds.

    MK Council’s cabinet member responsible for COVID-19 recovery, Cllr Emily Darlington said: “This is a really exciting initiative that we’re proud to be a part of. We hope our funding goes a long way in helping these local businesses which supports our campaign to encourage people to continue shopping locally – #ShopLocalMK.”

    The Indie Collective is based in the former Pret unit at the intu Centre from Friday 23 October 2020 until the end of the year.

    © MKFM News 2020 

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