welcome to xplore!

what is xplore?

xplore is a movement towards a more local world where local, family-run, independent businesses can be discovered, and independent businesses can connect more closely with their customers. Rewarding them for their loyalty, sharing news, offers and events and building strong, personal relationships so that they can continue to be the heart our communities.

why xplore?

Corporates are killing high streets - fact! It might be an old one, but it's a good one. This article from John Harris for The Guardian sums it up perfectly. The sheer scale of the likes of Amazon and its ripple effect is leading to deep social transformations. He comments, 'consumerism is no longer a matter of venturing outside the home but the lonely transcendence of ordering' followed by almost instant gratification. It's transactional, and it's soulless.

Politicians talk about saving traditional shops, yet they should focus efforts on challenging the vast power of the tech giants. _{John Harris}

Our mission is to ensure the economic success of local independent businesses so that they continue to be a presence on our high streets and in our communities. We have designed a mobile solution to help bring independent businesses and their customers closer together. To help businesses be discovered, and bring back the joy of shopping locally.  

what’s next?

As we enter into 2024, we’ll share news on how xplore. will expand across communities with the UK, along with new product features that will empower both businesses to thrive and gift xplorers the opportunity to rediscover and be rewarded for shopping independent.

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