Some of our favourites independent shops in Stamford.

St. Martins Antiques Centre (23a High Street St Martin’s, St Martins, PE9 2LF) – Worth a visit to see antiques ranging from classy to quirly even if you’re not going specifically to buy

St Mary’s Antiquarian Books (9 St Marys Hill, PE9 2DP) – Second hand books, newspapers and more. ‘Dealing in antiquarian, rare and collectable books’.

Stamford Botanics (7 St Paul’s St, Stamford PE9 2BE) – For lovers of plants, pots and all thing botanical

Stamford Contemporary Arts (3 Maiden Ln, Stamford PE9 2AZ) – If you’re an art lover, this long standing art and art materials shop is a must visit

Stamford Music Shop (1 St. Mary’s Hill PE9 2DP) – Sheet music specialists, friendly and knowledgable

Walkers Book Store (10 High Street, PE9 2AL) – A family run bookshop in a delightful setting

..and of course recognised highstreet stores that we all know and love are present. Plus, don’t forget the Stamford market is in town on Fridays and Saturdays.