A new reason to explore your city, wrapped inside every calendar

Love Local connects you to independent restaurants, cafés, shops, and creative spaces through limited-run calendars filled with offers, gifts, and experiences. Each day reveals something new — and supports the local businesses behind it.

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How Love Local brings cities to life, one door at a time

Love Local opens the doors to independent restaurants, cafés, shops, and experiences through limited-time calendars filled with daily gifts. For locals, it’s a chance to discover new places — no purchase needed. For businesses, it’s a free way to boost footfall and reach new customers.

Step 1: Choose a Calendar

Browse city-wide calendars or flexible passes tailored to seasons, themes, or neighbourhoods — each unlocking daily hand-picked local offers.

Step 2: Explore Local Spots

Use your calendar to discover new cafés, shops, and venues near you. Redeem perks and experiences just by showing up.

Step 3: Support Independents

With every redemption, you drive footfall for local businesses. Businesses get promoted, find new customers, and share what makes them unique.

Empowering Independents

Coming soon to Bristol

Explore Daily Surprises and Local Gems

Love Local connects you with independent restaurants, shops, and creative spaces through curated calendars. Whether it’s a festive launch or a city-wide discovery pass, our campaigns make exploring your neighbourhood easy — and rewarding.

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Advent Calendar

Celebrate the festive season with daily offers, gifts, and experiences from your city’s best independents. Limited run. Big heart.

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Explorers Pass

A flexible digital pass unlocking ongoing perks — from morning coffee to weekend bites — all from your favourite locals.

Explore local experiences: map, food, drink, and gift options on a mobile app

Everyday Local Perks

Instant savings at your favourite independents — from 10% off coffee to surprise gifts. No purchase required, no subscription needed.

What Our Campaigns Look Like in Action

Love Local campaigns help independent businesses stand out through curated, city-wide calendars and everyday in-app perks. Whether you’re offering a small daily treat or a one-off experience, we make sure your business gets seen, visited, and remembered.

Tote bag at Papertrail Books

Stop by and grab a beautifully designed tote—totally free, no purchase necessary. Perfect for carrying books, groceries, or just showing off your love for the store.

Pastry at Chapter & Co.

Stop in for a warm, delicious pastry—simple, satisfying, and baked fresh daily. Perfect with your coffee, for an afternoon break, or just to enjoy something a little special.

Yoga Session at Still & Flow

Drop in for a guided yoga session at Still & Flow—calm, grounding, and open to all levels. Perfect for starting your day, unwinding after work, or simply taking a moment to reconnect.

Designed for Discovery

Most platforms reward transactions. We reward curiosity. While other apps rely on paywalls, vouchers, or deep discounts, Love Local is built to make exploring your city easy, accessible, and habit-forming — with no purchase required. Compare for yourself and see how we put independent businesses and everyday discovery first.

Feature
Free Everyday Discounts (No Paywall)
✅ Yes – perks like 10% off coffee, no subscription required
❌ No – requires a paid subscription to access offers
❌ No – all offers must be paid for upfront
Gifts & Experiences (Calendar Owners)
✅ Yes – rewards like free drinks or tickets for calendar users
✅  Yes – but typically only for first-time customers
❌ No – mostly one-off vouchers with a purchase
Supports Independents Exclusively
✅ 100% independent shops, cafés, and spaces
🟡 A mix – includes both independents and chains
❌ No - Mostly large chains and high-volume vendors
No Purchase Required to Redeem
✅ Always – just scan a QR or present your calendar
❌ No - often tied to a paid visit.
❌ No - Always requires buying the deal in advance.
Community or Charity Component
✅ Yes – includes community giving, e.g., in-built donations
❌ No community focus or donations to charity
❌ No community focus or donations to charity

Ready to discover what’s behind the doors?

Support your local favourites, uncover new experiences, and be the first to know when Love Local launches near you.

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