A creative rural hub is searching for its next independent business.
The Fold, based in Bransford near Worcester, has launched a call for businesses to join its growing community of makers, ethical businesses, and artists.
Situated on an organic farm, the site is already home to a diverse mix of studios and shops, including a herbal apothecary, a jeweller, a vegan hair salon, a makers’ gallery, and a pottery studio, with many of the makers creating and selling their work on-site.
A spokesperson from The Fold team said: “We’re looking for more than just a tenant.
“We’re looking for a creative or ethical retail business who wants to become part of a supportive, collaborative community.
“The Fold has always been about creating a place where independent businesses can flourish alongside one another, while offering visitors a genuinely inspiring day out.”
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In addition to its studios, The Fold features an organic farm-to-fork café, an honesty vegetable shed stocked with seasonal organic produce grown on the farm, and free parking.
It also offers regular workshops and creative classes, and one of Worcestershire’s best-loved monthly artisan markets, attracting visitors from across the county and beyond.
The available studio offers an affordable retail and workspace within The Fold’s established destination, surrounded by businesses that share a commitment to craftsmanship, creativity, sustainability and ethical enterprise.
The Fold is inviting applications from businesses whose values align with its own, particularly makers, artists, designers, craftspeople, and other creative or ethical enterprises that would complement the existing mix.
As consumer interest continues to grow in shopping locally, supporting independent businesses and reconnecting with nature, The Fold has established itself as a destination where visitors can spend an entire day exploring studios, enjoying locally grown food, meeting makers, attending workshops and experiencing life on an organic farm.
Guests can explore studios, enjoy locally grown food, meet makers, attend workshops, and experience life on an organic farm.
The Fold is described as “one of the Midlands’ most distinctive destinations for people seeking creativity, sustainability and independent shopping.”
The site brings together independent artists, makers, retailers and ethical businesses.
The available unit presents a rare chance to become part of an established creative destination with a loyal customer base and a collaborative network of fellow independent businesses.
The Fold is committed to sustainability, supporting independent enterprise and creating a welcoming destination where creativity, community and the environment thrive together.
Details of the available space and the application process can be found at www. thefold.org.uk/studios
