This International Women’s Day 2023, we're giving a shoutout to 5 amazing women-led small businesses in the UK who’ve turned their what once were hobbies into thriving businesses. These ladies prove that using their unique strengths as women can lead to some pretty inspiring breakthroughs.
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5 must-know UK local businesses run by women
Ma Baker
Ma Baker is an award-winning bakery and bread school located in Overton on Dee, North Wales. Founded by solo lead baker Liz Wilson, Ma Baker specializes in handcrafted baked goods made with traditional methods and organic British flour.
Whether you're looking for classic treats like Hot Cross Buns or more indulgent options like Double Chocolate Babka and Chocolate Chip Cookies, Ma Baker has you covered.
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The Three Bees Bakery
If you're on the hunt for some seriously scrumptious bread to go with your meal or a tasty snack to munch on, then The Three Bees Bakery has just that.
The Three Bees Bakery, led by baker Caroline, is a small micro-bakery located on Grenfell Road in Maidenhead.
With a focus on quality and traditional techniques, the bakery offers a variety of specialty bakes, including sourdough, farmhouse loaf, mini-seeded wholegrain, and soda bread.
Wonkybread
Wonkybread is a bakery that takes inspiration from carefree merienda afternoons, aiming to bring its customers back to their happy place with every bite.
Their 'wonky' approach to baking sets them apart from other bakeries—imperfections are embraced as a unique and special characteristic of their products.
Their focus on quality ingredients ensures that each bite is packed with flavor, providing a warm, hug-like feeling that genuinely captures the joy & essence of Filipino pastries.
Melts by Margot
Melts by Margot is a crafts business founded by Margot, who is passionate about creating handmade products with love and care.
The store offers more than 200 different fragrances, so customers will surely find something that suits their taste. Melts by Margot places a high priority on the safety of their customers. As such, all products are fully insured.
Additionally, all wax items come with CLP labels to let customers know about any potential allergens or hazards. All their bath and cosmetic products have been assessed, certified, and uploaded to the UK portal as required by law. This ensures that customers who purchase these items will have a peace of mind.
Sticky Mitts Kitchen
Gaye, a micro bakery owner, operates Sticky Mitts Kitchen from her home. Despite its small size, this business has won several awards over the years and created a reputation for excellence—all thanks to Gaye's dedication!
Sticky Mitts Kitchen sets itself apart from other bakeries by using only the finest quality ingredients in their products. Their commitment to excellence is apparent in every loaf they produce, including Pain de mie, sourdough rye and Focaccia—all made by hand.
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Today—and every day—is a great time to show your support to women-owned businesses. And if you’re in the UK, you’ll want to have these local businesses run by women on your radar.
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This International Women’s Day 2023, we're giving a shoutout to 5 amazing women-led small businesses in the UK who’ve turned their what once were hobbies into thriving businesses. These ladies prove that using their unique strengths as women can lead to some pretty inspiring breakthroughs.
