There’s something special about Christmas by the coast — the crisp air, the cosy evenings, the slow unwrapping of thoughtful gifts. And as an independent maker ourselves, we love nothing more than supporting other brilliant South West producers at this time of year.
So we’ve curated our very own Coastal Christmas Gift Guide, bringing together 10 of our favourite local finds across food, drink, beauty and home. These are brands we genuinely enjoy, many of them made within a stone’s throw of the shoreline.
1. Nicolas Chocolate — Bean-to-Bar in Exeter
Handcrafted chocolate made in a tiny Exeter factory. Pure craft, pure flavour
2. Little’s Coffee — The Café Collection
Premium flavoured coffee sets perfect for cosy winter mornings or gifting to the caffeine-lover in your life.
3. South Devon Chilli Farm — Tropical Chilli Jam
A sweet-heat pantry hero and a festive cheeseboard essential.
4. Cornish Sea Salt — Everything Bagel Trio
Crispy, crunchy, flavour-packed goodness that elevates everything from eggs to roasted veg.
5. Dartmouth Honey — Triple Gift Pack
Three jars of coastal gold. The kind of gift that feels thoughtful and beautifully simple.
6. Moksa Skincare — Facial Oil
Plant-based, small-batch skincare handmade in Exeter. Nourishing and perfect for winter skin.
7. Exploding Bakery (Exeter)
Letterbox brownies that instantly make you the best gift-giver in the family.
8. Soap Daze (Exeter)
Handmade vegan soaps, balms and skincare bundles — all sustainably made.
9. Cream Cornwall
Nautical homeware inspired by Cornish coves and coastlines. Beautiful, timeless and giftable.
10. Bar Buoy Cocktails
Our own Bar Buoy Gift Collection is now live — beautifully boxed cocktails, handwritten note included, perfect for seasonal gifting.
However you celebrate this year, thank you for choosing local, supporting small makers, and being part of our coastal community.