We gave Adver readers a chance to shout out their favourite local businesses.

January can be a tough time for traders as the Christmas rush dies down and several weeks of wintry weather dissuading people from venturing outside.

So we put out a call on social media for Swindonians to share their personal picks and favourable feedback on the start-ups, entrepreneurs, new arrivals and long-running standbys who make this town great.

Dee Riordan said: “Route 8 Orbital Swindon gents barbers/hair artist Sylvester King who does so much for this town.”

Kirsty Davies agreed: “100 per cent, such an amazing guy with a kind heart.”

Kirsty Hunt said: “Perfection Hair Swindon, celebrating 15 years in business.”

Rachel Anne said: “O’Neill Construction Services Ltd did a fantastic job of my garden and........

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