Make It Local

Make it Local is an initiative that is designed to encourage people within the district to shop locally and support local businesses. 

Autumn 2024 Make It Local Campaign

Following a 2024 Spring campaign, which highlighted local businesses in Newry and Downpatrick, we have launched another ‘Make It Local’ campaign to showcase local businesses in Newcastle.

The initiative is designed to celebrate the fantastic range of goods and services available on our highstreet and encourage the public to ‘keep it local’ when planning how they will spend their earnings. It will showcase local businesses through digital, print, outdoor advertising, social media activity and promotional PR.

The campaign coincides with Eats and Beats Festival and the Amgen Irish Open, to engage residents and visitors alike by highlighting local businesses in the Newcastle. Some of our local business owners are appearing on fresh new adverts with the caption ‘Where you shop makes a difference!’  However, we are keen to stress that all our town centres require the assistance and support of their local community.