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Gorgeous artisan gifts for your nearest and dearest this Christmas

Lifestyle gifts

Wanderlust Porthole necklace (pictured top)
Gift jewellery crafted by an all-female collective, inspired by their coastal studio setting. From £120

Bramley Products’ Twelve Days of Christmas Advent Calendar
The Christmas countdown just got a bougie upgrade with this bundle of bath and body products. £120

Triple Extract 1:4 Lion’s Mane Tincture
A potent addition to any wellness warrior’s daily routine. £25

Studio Haran’s sandscape lighting collection
Cornish coastal-cool lighting. From £315

Clifton Rocks’ Sunburst Bombe Blue Yellow Sapphire Ring
Santa baby, forgot to mention one little thing … Clifton Rocks’ sunburst band with stunning bicolour sapphire. £2,155

Carnwear British wool vest in Lunar Grey
British knitwear of Cornish provenance, crafted to last. £135

Finnerty Ceramics

Finnerty Ceramics’ Espresso Wide Mug – Speckled (pictured above)
Elevate their morning caffeine ritual with a gorgeously tactile mug. £22

Garden, studio and house kimonos from Kimono My House
Unisex workwear kimonos with nifty features like magnetic strips and pull-up pencil pockets. From £150

Trencherman’s Guide
The new Trencherman’s Guide reveals the South West’s hottest restaurants. £12.99

Illumens Aromatic Diffuser from The Grey Lurcher
Luxury stocking fillers abound at this treasure trove of homewares and gifts. £30

Waterhaul sunglasses
Sustainable specs that support ocean-plastic recycling efforts. From £45.50

Seaweed Skincare Facial
Organic skincare made with seaweed foraged from the shores of St Martin’s. £61.60

Yaffle and Bosk

Yaffle and Bosk Nook No. 12 table (pictured above)
Stunning tables and benches made using native West Country hardwoods. From £2,895

Wild and Sweet by Rachel Lambert
Foraging fans can learn to make elderflower doughnuts and dandelion meringues using this lovely Cornish book.£25

Indy Coffee Guides
Find the best places to drink and buy speciality coffee in the UK. Guides available for different areas. From £12.99

land&water Hand Duo
A zingy duo with serious eco creds for the environmentally conscious. £34

Rick Stein hamper

Food and drink gifts

Rick Stein’s Cosy Winter Evening Box (pictured above)
A hamper chock-full of the Cornish chef’s fave festive snacks for fireside nibbling. £75

Knightor Classic Cuvée Rosé
This delicate Cornish fizz is a star pairing for smoked salmon. £37

The Ultimate Steak Box
One for the steak connoisseur: six steaks from heritage-breed beef, dry aged to perfection. £120

Cultjar’s Ferment Intro Pack
A journey into international-style ferments for sauerkraut addicts and the kimchi curious. £38.50

Electric Bear’s 6 Can Gift Set
Thirst-crushing beers from Bath’s Electric Bear. Choose Pale, Mixed or Core. £25

Ilchester Arms’ Christmas Menu
Treat a friend to a fabulous meal. Top of our Christmas list is the festive menu at The Ilchester Arms (pictured above) in Symondsbury. Two courses £37, three courses £45

The Real Cure

Festive Cured Meat Letterbox (pictured above)
Gift a bundle of banging British charcuterie for fuss-free feasting. £35

Raw British Hot Honey
Sweet and spicy nectar to elevate pizzas, halloumi and stir fries. £8.50

Canned Cocktail Explorer Set from Bar Buoy
Super-sippable canned cocktails, crafted by the coast. £27

Huxbear Classic Sparkling 2018
Seeking a sparkling stocking filler? This South West find fizzes with flavour. £25

Sea and sauna experiences, saltwater sauna, sea and sauna movement
Image Bill Measom

Vouchers and experiences

Communal/private sessions and guided rituals at The Saltwater Sauna (pictured above)
Seasoned sauna-goers will love a sizzling ritual of salt inhalations and thermal leaf whisking in Dorset. £15–£160

St Ives Cookery School gift voucher
Hands-on cooking classes, from fermentation sessions to Michelin-level classes. From £25

Devon Cookery School gift voucher
Masterclasses in macarons, sushi and more. From £25

Gaia Spa Day Package
Gift a day of deep relaxation at Boringdon Hall in Devon. Champagne afternoon tea, use of Gaia Spa facilities, deep-relaxation room and a stress-relieving treatment are all included. Loved one not a spa addict? Boringdon also offers gift vouchers galore for other delicious experiences – from Champagne afternoon teas to Michelin-starred dining. From £175

Philleigh Way gift vouchers
Home cooks can hone their street food, fish and Argentinian grill skills at this Truro cookery school. £5–£200

Falmouth Hotel spa voucher
For those who need to press pause and sink into a state of peace by the sea. From £25

Traditional Afternoon Tea at Penventon Park
There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to … afternoon tea,’ said Henry James. From £25 per person

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