This week's Small Business Saturday spotlight is on Bloom Stays, an independent holiday letting agency founded by two fabulous ladies, Rowena and Nicky, who share a passion for unique homes and exceptional places to stay. With more than 130 remarkable properties across Kent and Sussex, from countryside retreats with hot tubs and pools to homes with some of the region's most spectacular views, there's a perfect escape for everyone.

Although Motherless Mothers is not a small business, I felt it was important to feature this incredible charity and global community because of the vital support it provides to women around the world. Founded by two incredible women - Lou and Adina, The Motherless Mothers charity supports women who are navigating motherhood without their own mothers due to loss, estrangement, illness, or dementia. This community holds a special place in my heart as I am a motherless mother my

Founded by two inspiring women in business, Sarah and Charlotte, the Small Business Supper Club grew from a simple idea and a shared belief in taking action rather than waiting for the perfect moment. Within just a few weeks of discussing their vision, they created a welcoming community where small business owners can connect, collaborate, and enjoy meaningful conversations around great food and a beautifully curated table.

Meet Rachel, the founder of a local eco-friendly candle business creating natural soy candles, refillable products, and inspiring candle-making workshops. Since launching her business in 2020, Rachel has built a welcoming creative space loved by customers and continues to champion collaboration and community among small businesses.

From turning newborn moments into timeless keepsakes, Soul Print Casting Co was born from a passion for creativity and capturing family milestones in a unique way. What started as an add-on to Lullaby Photography UK has grown into Kent’s only provider of pregnancy sculptures, proving that taking a chance on a new idea can lead to incredible opportunities.

Yours Brows and Beauty is a lovely small local salon helping keep Royal Tunbridge Wells feeling its best, with a friendly, personal touch that really makes the community glow.

A lovely local mum bringing traditional craft back to life, Ruth Gray creates beautifully handwoven willow baskets and pieces inspired by nature, alongside running relaxed, beginner-friendly workshops in and around Tunbridge Wells.

If you’re in Royal Tunbridge Wells, I always love discovering local makers like GLASS by Claudia—her glass pieces have this beautiful way of catching the light and feeling completely unique. For Small Business Saturday, she’s a lovely example of the creativity we have locally, so it’s well worth checking out GLASS by Claudia and supporting a small business.

Bringing together the magic of music and the power of language, this wonderful local class is helping little ones in the area discover French and Spanish through song, movement and play. Meet BilinguaSing Tonbridge & Tunbridge Wells, run by the talented semi-professional singer and linguist Annalisa who is also very passionate about giving children the gift of languages from the very start. 💛

These guys don't need an introduction! This is one of my favourite restaurants in town and I'm so excited to welcome @chefatulkochhar, @jitindar.singh and the amazing team behind the gorgeous, chick restaurant @essence.pantiles. Enjoy! 🤍

Hello! I’m Alice, founder and owner of @just_dance_uk and this is a little look behind the scenes at how the school began, what keeps Just Dance going and where we’re heading next. I am so happy to be here with you all.

Started from a genuine love of great coffee and years of hands-on experience around the world, this Tunbridge Wells roastery has grown from humble beginnings into a space of their very own. They are a lovely example of how important it is to stay true to your craft and while building something special right here in the community. It's such a pleasure to introduce Michelle and Giancarlo - the family behind @_penelope.coffee

This Small Business Saturday, I’m celebrating a small business built on passion, tradition and a little bit of madness (their words, not mine! 😂). From making fresh pasta from scratch to staying true to authentic Italian recipes, their goal has always been simple — to bring the real taste of Italy to Tunbridge Wells. A very warm welcome to Andrea and Dominika - the power couple behind the cutest italian spot in town @la_spiga_tunbridge_wells. Enjoy!🤍