We’re not here to compete with big brands or polished chains. That’s not really our thing. Instead, we focus on something quieter, maybe even more powerful—the independent shops, cafés, bars, restaurants and other spaces that bring real personality to our town. The ones you remember. The ones you’d tell a friend about.
You might walk past some of them without even realising what you’re missing. But once you know, you know.
There’s something about independent businesses that feels different. Maybe it’s the care they put into their work, or the conversations you end up having. Maybe it’s that feeling—small, warm, familiar—that reminds you you’re part of something.
Love Chorley exists to highlight those places. To connect people to the local makers, bakers, baristas, creatives, shop owners (and honestly, just good people) who give Chorley its soul.
This isn’t about being trendy. We’re not curating for the sake of it. Sometimes we’re just following a hunch, or stumbling across something new. A hidden florist. A second-hand bookshop. A place that does toasties just right. That’s enough.
We're not trying to define Chorley—we couldn't even if we tried. It shifts. It grows. Some businesses move on, others take root. That’s part of the charm. So we stay curious. We listen. And we keep showing up for the people doing things differently.
There’s no grand strategy here—just a belief that local matters. That creativity belongs in every corner. And that connection, even the small kind, can make a difference.
Love Chorley isn’t just a name. It’s a mindset. A slow, intentional choice to notice what’s around us and support it.
So if you're local, or even just passing through, we’d love for you to explore what Chorley’s independent scene has to offer. It’s not always loud, or obvious, or easy to find. But it’s there. And it's worth it.
We think so anyway!
