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Discover inspiring local businesses, explore real stories, and find simple, thoughtful ways to share your own – whether that’s a quick feature on ikandoo or something more in-depth, written just for you.
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Our Business Focus Features help small businesses explain what they do and why it matters.
Clear words. Real stories. No marketing fluff.
The Lowdown
Catch up with the latest from The Lowdown — local life, community stories, and Business Focus features shining a light on South Lincs people and businesses. Now includes the new Local, Actually editorial comment column.
An A to Z of Spalding and South Holland: A Nostalgia Trip for Anyone Who Grew Up Here
Take a fun nostalgia trip through Spalding and South Holland with this A to Z of local memories, legends and places we all grew up with. From old discos to iconic landmarks, see what made our area special and add your own favourites.
Spalding’s Cosy Café Scene: Five Spots Worth Stopping For
Discover Spalding’s best town centre cafés for great coffee, friendly service, and a cosy place to relax – from hidden gems to local favourites.
What Customers Really Want (and It’s Not a Discount)
Forget constant discounts. Discover what customers actually want from small businesses – connection, story, and real service that builds loyalty.
600% Rise in Vacant Shops: What’s Really Happening in Spalding Town Centre?
Spalding’s empty shops have risen 600% since 2019. What’s behind it – and what can be done to bring life back to the town centre?
Stop Hiding Your Brilliance: Why Local Businesses Need to Shout Louder
Many South Lincs businesses stay quiet about their success. Here’s why visibility matters and how to promote your business without feeling cringey.
Festive Networking in Style: Sessions House Invites Local Businesses to Celebrate Together
Celebrate the festive season at The Sessions House in Spalding. Join local businesses for an exclusive Christmas party full of cheer, connection, and community spirit on 12 December 2025.
Business Spotlight
Featured Businesses
Discover the businesses we’re highlighting this month – real stories, real people, and the local talent making South Lincs shine.
Holly Bakewell – Cakes Made With Heart (and a Little Bit of Magic)
Meet Holly Bakewell, Spalding’s talented home baker creating personalised celebration cakes for every occasion. From winning the Spalding Bake Off to growing a loyal following, discover her story and her cakes.
PS Painting & Decorating – Transforming Homes, One Brushstroke at a Time
From classic painting and wallpapering to modern kitchen spray transformations, PS Painting & Decorating combines craftsmanship, care, and over 25 years of experience to deliver stunning results.
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Two ways to share your business story
It’s super-simple to get your business in front of local eyes — here’s how it all works.
Be featured on ikandoo
A simple Business Focus feature introducing your business to the local community.
Get your Business Story sorted
A deeper, one-off Business Story Intensive, written for you to use anywhere — from your website to social bios.
Join the ikandoo Business Community
Connect with other small business owners, share what you do and be part of a supportive local network.
We’re about collaboration, not competition — because when one of us wins, the whole community shines a little brighter.
Discover Local & Loved
Because local isn’t just where we live — it’s who we are.
South Lincolnshire is packed with brilliant small businesses — and Local & Loved is our way of celebrating them.
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