Small Business Saturday is taking place on 6 December and is a campaign to celebrate and encourage support for small businesses across the UK. This year Littlehampton Town Council are working in partnership with the Littlehampton Business Forum to provide some extra activities on Littlehampton High Street for people to enjoy whilst they do their Christmas shopping.

There will be free face painting (11:00 to 14:00), meet and greet with Olaf and Elsa (11:30 to 13:00), kids rides and live music (11:00 to 14:00). Several local businesses are getting involved through special offers, workshops and activities. Creative Heart will feature live buskers performing from 10:00 to 12:00.

There is also free parking in St Martin’s and Manor House car parks all day, brought to you by the Town and District Councils.

Littlehampton Town Mayor and Chair of the Town Centre Action Group, Councillor Alan Butcher, said: “The Town Council is proud to support small businesses, and bringing extra activities into the town is a great way to boost footfall and encourage shopping local during the festive season. Support local, shop local! We thank Arun District Council for supporting this event with the extended free parking offer.”

Councillor Freddie Tandy, Arun District Council chairman said: “I am delighted to support initiatives that bring our community together and celebrate the fantastic businesses we have here in Littlehampton. The Christmas lights switch-on and Small Business Saturday are perfect opportunities to enjoy the festive atmosphere while supporting local traders. By offering free parking and helping to create a vibrant town centre with family-friendly activities, we’re encouraging people to shop local and make the most of what Littlehampton has to offer this season."

Find out more Visit Littlehampton: www.visitlittlehampton.co.uk/whats-on/small-business-saturday-activities/