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The Tuesday Knit Club That Turned Neighbours Into a Lifeline
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The Tuesday Knit Club That Turned Neighbours Into a Lifeline

Every Tuesday evening, a church hall fills with wool, tea and the kind of quiet support you cannot buy online. We spent an evening with a local craft club to find out why these small groups matter more than ever in 2026 — and how you can join or start one.

Six Little High Street Heroes Worth Backing This Christmas — And How to Find Yours
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Six Little High Street Heroes Worth Backing This Christmas — And How to Find Yours

From the butcher who knows your order to the bookshop with the perfect recommendation, small shops give high streets their heartbeat. Here are six local heroes to champion in Christmas 2026 — plus easy, affordable ways to support the ones near you.