This Christmas, we’re celebrating the independent makers and small businesses we love. We’ve picked eight favourites, from handcrafted treasures to experiences worth waiting for, so you can give gifts that feel truly thoughtful.
Glebe House
From an experience day to a restorative sauna and cold plunge, a gift from Glebe never misses. This exceptional East Devon Guest House hosts unique experiences, like its festive reading retreat with Lucy Pearson, and if it’s hard to choose, a gift card lets them pick for themselves.
Castlewood Vineyard
Set where Devon’s coast meets rolling countryside, a gift from Castlewood is always a delight: a bottle of its English sparkling wine for now, or a vineyard tour and tasting to look forward to when the warmer months arrive.
Finn’s
For the food lover in your life, pre-order some Christmas treats from Finn’s. Their cinnamon rolls are second to none, and they could easily become a much-loved festive tradition.
Ooshky
For the design-conscious whisky drinker in your life, Ooshky’s handmade water droppers make a beautifully unique gift, adding just the right splash to bring out every dram.
Yogi Pod
For the person who finds it hard to switch off, these beautiful hand block-printed yoga props, clothing and homewares are designed to help them slow down and unwind. The eye pillow is our pick, gently easing the body into a calmer state.
Embellished Truth
Handcrafted in London, Embellished Truth makes luxury accessories with sustainability at their heart. We love the Sultanah, a classic pouch-style clutch with the brand’s signature armlet straps, made from beautifully soft, chrome-free vegetable-tanned leather.
Liz Emtage Ceramic Studio
For nature lovers and anyone who wants something truly one of a kind, Liz Emtage’s handmade porcelain lighting and tiles are hard to beat. Her new Queen Anne’s Lace pendant shades are slimmer than anything she has made before, each one impressed with lace gathered from the woodland near her St Leonards studio.
Fearless Flamingo
There’s a timeless joy in writing and posting a card, and no better way to let someone know you’re thinking of them. These beautiful cards come as a set, so there’s always one ready for the next message.
