IBSC Indie Merchant Categories

Below are listed the 50 Product Categories for IBSC Partner Merchants

Only ONE Independent Merchant will be permitted per IBSC Zone

Founder Partner are automatically allocated launch Zone 01: IBSC Harrogate District

Founder Partners get fist refusal on every IBSC Zone that opens up though there is no obligation to take additional Zones.

Zone 01: IBSC Harrogate District is essentially free with an active subscription to Unboxing Buddy.

£100 Founder fee covers Unboxing Buddy until 31st May 2026 and then convets to a fee of £97/mo.

Founder Partners can opt to cancel their account on 31 May 2026 for any reason or continue on month to month - no contract term.

Additional Zones charged separately - fee per Zone to be announced at the beginning of May.

IBSC TOP 50 Product Categories

Win FREE Indie Products for a Year – Independent Merchant Edition
Focused on what Yorkshire residents most want delivered.

🥇 FOOD & DRINK

Artisan chocolate boxes
Craft beer
Boutique wines
Handmade fudge & sweets
Yorkshire roasted coffee subscriptions
Premium loose-leaf tea bundles
Craft hot sauce + condiment sets
Brownies & postal baked treats
Cheese & chutney hamper boxes
Vegan treat gift boxes
Local Yorkshire honey
Luxury shortbreads + biscuits

🍓 YORKSHIRE SPECIALITY PRODUCE & GIFT HAMPERS

Farm shop produce boxes
Butcher meat boxes (frozen delivery)
Yorkshire gin sampler sets
Pickles, jams & preserves
Afternoon tea delivery hampers
Independent spice & rub kits
Handmade pies by post
Gourmet snack and popcorn bundles
Luxury breakfast hamper boxes
“Taste of Yorkshire” food gifts

🕯 HOME & COSY LIFESTYLE GOODS

Hand-poured scented candles
Wax melts subscription boxes
Handmade ceramic mugs
Artisan home fragrance diffusers
Sustainable home décor items
Yorkshire-themed home gifts
Luxury cushions & throws
Seasonal wreaths & floral décor
Independent wall art prints
Handmade wooden gifts

💎 JEWELLERY & INDIE ACCESSORIES

Handmade sterling silver jewellery
Boutique fashion
Personalised name necklaces
Indie gemstone rings
Handmade earring collections
Leather wallets or purses
Handmade handbags
Yorkshire artisan scarves
Ethical fashion accessories
Handmade hair accessories
Personalised gifts for couples

🧴 BEAUTY, WELLNESS & SELF-CARE

Handmade soap gift sets
Bath bomb bundles
Yorkshire natural skincare products
Indie perfume oils
Aromatherapy essential oil kits
Men’s grooming gift boxes
Herbal wellness tea kits