The Village Market

. THE VILLAGE MARKET

Think Globally, Shop Locally

Most of us do the bulk of our shopping in supermarkets, as a matter of convenience. Lately, though, there has been increasing concern about the changing face of our high streets due to the uncontrolled growth of the influence of the 'major players'. Here at The Southfields Times we believe in supporting local traders as much as possible and so retain the charcter of where we live. But by way of comparison see the new posting by 'The Active Consumer' on our Soap Box.

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Go Green, Grocers
For environmental reasons many of us are refusing the plastic bags offered by local shops. Local traders are sensitive to our requests so maybe they can supply cheap, re-useable bags and help make Southfields A PLASTIC BAG-FREE ZONE
UPDATE
28/02/08
Today's publicty stunt by a major retailer who proposes to charge 5p for a disposable plastic carrier bag, though seeming like a step in the right direction must be seen for what it is. Click on our UNGREEN GROCERS link for more information.

FIND PARKING A PAIN? JOIN OUR CAMPAIGN
Local traders have contacted the ST expressing concerns about parking restictions affecting trade. Extended parking times would make local shopping a more enjoyable, even leisurely experience. let us know your views. For a useful link, see our DIRECTORY
UPDATE
10/04/08
Roger The Fish Peddlar (see below) has made significant progress in advancing the campaign through his efforts in contacting the Council. Click on our Newsletter for more.

15/02/08
Government's attempts to 'tinker at the edges' of the dominance of the main supermarkets overlooks their main advantage. No, not lower prices but free parking which is provided by local councils' generous allocation of land.

THE FISH PEDDLAR
For the largest selection of quality fresh fish in South West London find us at
40 Replingham Road Southfields. Visit our website on the link below.

020 8871 4411

MICHAEL'S TRADITIONAL BARBER SHOP

37 Replingham Road.
Haircut from £8, OAPs - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday £6
( No boys on Saturday)

The Village Butchers

'Naturally Reared for Quality'

( The ST particularly recommends their free-range sausages. These have been allowed to roam around in their natural environment eating only natural foodstuffs )

Natures Fresh fruit & veg

ORGANIC PRODUCE

SUNNY NEWS
161 Wimbledon Park Road
London SW18 5TU
Tel: 020 8874 5565
Newspaper Delivery   Bus Passes
Oyster cards   Lottery
Convenience Groceries Stationery
Electronic Top-ups
Greetings Cards
OPENING HOURS:
Mon to Sat 5:30 to 7PM Sun 5:30 to 2:30
EXCEPT Lottery Days, 7:30 PM closing

BUSBY'S REMOVALS

For all Removals (any size) House Clearances, Rubbish Removals
Base to Base £55/hr for 2 men & a van
contact: 02087805840 07941269297
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