We recently provided you with a run-down of local foodie highlights in the vibrant Birmingham suburb that is Stirchley! From laid-back eats to fine-dining finds, Stirchley is brimming with independent cafes and restaurants aplenty. In case you missed it, you can find the full article here!
We all love to know we’re supporting local trade, so what better place to start than with your local shopping on Stirchley High street. Read on for our favourite independent businesses in this wonderful area.
Birmingham Bike Foundry
Keen cyclist? Choose the Birmingham Bike Foundry for all your cycling needs! Offering second hand bikes, repairs, custom builds and even training courses for both individuals and groups, it’s safe to say they’re the go-to bike people in Stirchley. Known widely for their honest service and genuine passion, it’s no wonder that they’re ranked one of the top cycle repair shops in Birmingham. They even offer gift vouchers for their training courses – so if you’re stuck for a gift idea for a cycle-enthusiast, they have you covered!
Hedge
Since Isherwood’s move from Pershore Road to Woodlands Park Road in Bournville, Stirchley High street was crying out for an independent florist! Enter: Hedge. Specialising in sustainable, stunning boho-flowers and gorgeous home and lifestyle;e accessories, you can find a whole range of beautiful gifts and blooms at Hedge. Find them on the corner of Pershore Road and Mary Vale road – less than 600 metres walk from SCFIT!
Printigo
You wouldn’t know from their impressive shop front that Printigo is an independent, local business… but it’s true! Specialising in printed attire, Printigo are an awesome group of people who just love to help their customers. If you’re ever in need of branded clothing for your local business, or perhaps you’re after some printed t-shirts for an events – pop down and have a chat to the crew. If you’ve purchased an SCFIT tee in recent months, you might even have some of their handiwork in your home already!
SCFIT – Home of Second City CrossFit
And of course, if you didn’t know already, Stirchley is where you’ll find SCFIT – home of Second City CrossFit! The local’s choice for CrossFit in Birmingham, SCFIT is a hidden gem in Clonmel Business Park, just behind Pershore Road. First opening over a decade ago in Rubery, South Birmingham, SCFIT relocated to its second home in Selly Oak in 2013. Then, in the Autumn of 2021, SCFIT closed its doors in Selly Oak and reopened the very next morning on Clonmel Road in Stirchley! With a custom-built entrance area and smartly design gym floor, this new 3rd location was a huge hit. If you haven’t checked it out – we welcome you to book a Free No Sweat Intro with a member of the team to find out what we are all about, and have a tour of the gym!
Beyond Stirchley
If you’re looking for independent recommendations in the wider area of Birmingham – be sure to check out Independent Birmingham! You can even download their App for exclusive, local discounts.
So there we have it – a whole host of independent spots in Birmingham for gifts and services! If you’re a local business and would like to be featured on the SCFIT blog, simply get in touch! We’d love to hear from you and encourage the local communicate to support Stirchley suppliers!