Independent Shops & Farmers Markets in Truro
With well known brands & national chains, there’s chance to stock up on any forgotten essentials or pick up something to take home. Truro has a good selection of smaller independent stores too. If you can, don’t forget to make time to visit the local farmers market on Lemon Quay, which is held every Wednesday & Saturday.
Here are some of our favourite city independent places to shop -
Uneeka Home & Uneeka Lifestyle
On City Road & also Boscawen Street, brimming with ethically-sourced furniture, lighting fixtures, vintage items, & accessories.
Illustrated Living
Stylish, practical & design led, they stock an eclectic mix of homewares from both UK & Scandinavian Designers. Situated in Lemon Street Market. https:
//www.illustratedliving.co.uk/
Busby & Fox
Busby & Fox first opened its doors in Truro in the summer of 2016. The store has quickly developed a devoted following thanks to its unique mix of pieces from independent fashion, & scandi labels for women. They have expanded to 7 stores across the south west.
The Guild of Ten
A showcase for some of the finest contemporary craftwork in Cornwall. Established in 1977 The Guild of Ten offers a wide selection of textiles, jewellery, ceramics, metalwork, knitwear, leather & children’s clothing. All work is crafted by designer makers living & working in Cornwall. Situated just behind Truro Cathedral,
Truro Arts Company
An independent art shop & cafe on River Street in Truro, selling artists supplies - everything for those just starting out, right through to professional artists. They also offer workshops for adults & children.
https://www.truroartscompany.co.uk/
Trevails
A family run company for four generations, offering a large range of menswear as well as womanswear & accessories. Situated on River Street, & open Monday to Saturday, 9:30am - 5pm & Sunday 11am - 4pm
Tugboat
A great little independent little tea & coffee company based in Truro, creating & blending a range of teas, coffees & chocolate too. Situated in New Bridge Street.
Old Chapel Cellars
An independent wine merchant based in an old chapel in St Clement Street, specialising in Spanish wines, but stocking wines from all over the world.
https://www.oldchapelcellars.co.uk/
Cornish Food Store
An independent store open alongside Waitrose Truro at the Tregurra Park & Ride. Dedicated to local food & drink, & stocking over 2,000 lines, with meat, fish, deli & a cafe.
https://greatcornishfood.co.uk/
Waterstones
Although a national bookshop chain, it feels like a local bookshop as it stocks a really good selection of non fictional books on Cornwall, & fictional books about stories that take place in Cornwall. Overlooked by the cathedral & in the centre of Truro.
https://www.waterstones.com/bookshops/truro
Seasalt
Seasalt originaes from Penzance, but now pops up all over. Their in house designs use fabrics that reflect Cornwall. From cosy jumpers to organic cotton dresses. The Truro store is located in Duke Street.
https://www.seasaltcornwall.com/
LOCAL MARKETS
Lemon Street Market
An indoor market split across 2 levels, where you can wander through a light & airy lifestyle market which includes small independent retail outlets & a cafe. Centrally located on Lemon Street.
https://www.lemonstreetmarket.co.uk/
Truro Farmers Market
A local outdoor produce market which takes place every Wednsesday & Saturday on Lemon Quay, 9am to 4pm. Freshly baked bread & cakes, fruit & vegetables, meats, fish, local cheeses & lots of other goodies.