Welcoming a plastic free lifestyle can be a challenge, but the production of new eco-inventions are constantly making it easier to reduce your plastic footprint. Read about our selection of the best zero waste collectives near you.
Scoopaway
Scoopaway located on Gloucester Road offers a huge range of package free items (over 4,000!). Split into helpful sections such as ‘Gluten free’, ‘Wheat free’, and ‘Dairy free’ they are a shop that caters to all. Be sure to check out their extensive selection of organic and fairly traded teas and browse their endless barrels of grains, pulses and dried fruit! Just weigh what you need, ensuring that nothing goes to waste!
WHEN Mon-Sat 9-17.00
WHERE 113 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8AT
Bower Collective
Have your personal care items and household favourites delivered directly to your doorstep with Bower Collective. As experts in zero waste manufacturing, all of our products come in sustainable refill pouches that can be recycled by our specialist partners as soon as you're finished. Simply send back your old pouches back to us via the pre-paid envelope included in your delivery and we'll prioritise the recycling. Did you know you can also collect 15% off your first order when you use the code WELCOME 15 at the checkout? For more information and to read our reviews head to our "Excellent" rated Trustpilot.
WHEN: Look forward to receiving your zero waste essentials from our carbon-neutral DPD couriers.
Shop Bower Collecitve products here
Southville Deli
Southville Deli offers a range of delicious and organic produce, from pastries and cakes to cold meats, local cheeses and olives. Their homemade houmous has become well known throughout Bristol and pairs incredibly well with artichoke hearts and sundried tomatoes, all found on their deli counter. Be sure to check out their Somerset Camembert from Lubborn Creamery. Their package free section includes household and cleaning supplies as well as dried goods.
WHEN Mon-Fri: 8-18.30, Sat 8-18.00, Sun 10-17.00
WHERE 259-261 Church Rd, Redfield, Bristol BS5 9HT
See Southville Delis website here
Simply Green
Inspired by the bulk free shops in Melbourne, Bethan decided to open Simply Green in November 2018. Since then she has expanded their product range to include dried goods, household items, cleaning supplies, fresh produce and hygiene products. From seaweed sauerkraut to bamboo sporks there is something for everyone! Be sure to try the chocolate honeycomb it’s definitely our favourite!
WHEN Mon-Sat 9.30-17.00
WHERE 132, The, High St, Nailsea, Bristol BS48 1AH
See Simply Green's website here
Better Food
Better Foods found on Whiteladies Road, Clifton, offers an indoor cafe space as well as a huge selection of cupboard staples, fresh produce and ethically sourced food and drink. You can find a large section dedicated to health and beauty, offering shampoo bars, soaps and refillable body lotions as well as environmentally friendly and nutritious vitamins and supplements. Check out their website for a range of delicious recipes!
WHEN Mon-Sat 8am-20.00, Sun 10-16.00
WHERE The Proving House, 21 Sevier Street, St Werburghs, Bristol, BS2 9LB
Reg The Veg
Reg the Veg is a family run grocer’s which can be found in Clifton on Boyce’s Avenue, having occupied the space for over half a century they are an experienced hand in all things veg! Their shop is described as a treasure trove for fresh fruit and veg, flowers and other high quality produce. Be sure to have a go at building your own fruit and veg box, an assortment of ethically sourced items from blood oranges to blueberries!
WHEN Mon-Sat 8-18.00, Sun 9-17.00
WHERE 6 Boyce's Ave, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4AA
Wild Oats Natural Foods
Wild Oats Natural Foods specialises in filling your pantry and providing you with ethically sourced vitamins and supplements. With a range of herbal remedies, CBD products and vegan products, there is something for everyone. In the pantry section there is a range of nut milks to choose from, cooking sauces and pastas. Shop in store or local delivery is available for those in the surrounding area.
WHEN Mon-Sat 9-18.00 Sun 10-16.00
WHERE 9-11 Lower Redland Rd, Redland, Bristol BS6 6TB
See Wild Oats Natural Foods website here
Bloop Bristol
Bloop Bristol specialises in all your skin care and household needs! From aromatherapy bath salts to biodegradable nappies, you are spoilt for choice! Bring a container to try out their coffee and cedarwood conditioner, or treat someone to some lavender beard oil- handmade in the shop! Accessorise your bathroom with their range of colourful ‘bubble soap’ or grab a soy wax candle for the ultimate relaxing vibes!
WHEN Mon-Sat 10-14.00
WHERE 123 Oxford St, Totterdown, Bristol BS3 4RH