Everyone is talking about the Queens Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday! One thing's for sure, many indie retailers will be swept off their feet with a lot of the UK off work from Thursday 2nd May.
1. Get involved in our competition
To celebrate the Platinum Jubilee, we’re running a competition with our Bira Members to win £500 credit on Bira Direct Plus! This means you can spend £500 with various suppliers on Bira Directs new app. All you need to do is upload a picture or video of your shopfront or Jubilee celebrations to enter!
2. Download free bunting for your celebration
We've created bunting for you to use over the Bank Holiday, all you need to do is print it off and use a bit of string or thin rope and glue to tie it together.
Free download here
3. Street party (Pavement licence)
If you’re based on your local highstreet, it would be a great idea to can get all the businesses on the street involved for a street party where locals can join you.
Or if you prefer something smaller, you can organise a mini street party on the pavement outside your shop. Give your locals a space where they can get to know you, and provide drinks and snacks, along with some kids' activities. You can have a look at some kids' activities and food ideas here.
Important - Make sure you have a pavement licence to be able to do this, get a quote from Bira Insurance
4. The Big Jubilee Lunch
Every year since 2009, The Big Lunch has taken place to bring communities together, even having a cup of tea with your neighbour on your doorstep can help to bring communities together.
The Big Jubilee Lunch has been adapted from The Big Lunch and is a once in a lifetime event, all communities will be getting together to share friendship, food and fun. Have a look if there’s already something planned where you can join in here.
Get started here