The A–Z Yorkshire Christmas Gift Guide
🎄26 letters.
🎄26 brilliant gifts.
One big celebration of independent Yorkshire businesses.
A — Art for your walls
A little piece of original art makes a thoughtful gift. Discover the work of Adrienne French.
Instagram: @adrienne_french
B — Bee-autiful local honey
A delicious jar of Yorkshire honey makes a sweet Christmas gift and supports local beekeepers.
C — Christmas cards
Bright, joyous cards to bring some cheer this festive season. A handwritten message never goes out of fashion.
D — Designs inspired by nature
Botanical eco-printing and nature-inspired art for anyone who loves the natural world.
Galina Titova · Deep Felt
E — Earrings with personality
Lightweight, hypoa leather earrings, handmade in York. A lovely little gift for someone who likes something different.
Morgan + Wells · Website @morganandwells
F — Furniture made to last
Beautiful furniture for the home, made with care by Last Leaf Furniture.
Instagram: @lastleaffurniture
G — Gig tickets
Give memories rather than more stuff! A live gig is a brilliant present for the music lover in your life.
Hope & Social · Gigs and tickets
H — Heirloom-worthy jewellery
A special piece of jewellery to treasure, from Hannah Weston Jewellery.
Instagram: @hannahwestonjewellery
I — Ink pens, beautifully turned
A handcrafted wooden pen makes a distinctive present for writers, journal keepers and anyone who appreciates a beautifully made object.
Hand Turned Pens · East Yorkshire
J — Jolly good wine
Treat someone to a bottle they've never tried, a wine-tasting experience or a gift voucher from York's independent wine merchant and wine bar.
Jorvine · Website and gift vouchers
K — Keepsake books
A lovely way to hold memories, words and treasured moments, with keepsake, mixed media handmade books and textiles by Jackie Lunn Textiles.
Instagram: @jackielunntextiles
L — Leather goods made to last
Hand-stitched leather gifts made in York by Morgan + Wells ... thoughtful pieces designed to be used and loved.
Website: morganandwells.co.uk @morganandwells
M — Mugs from Jane the Potter
Make someone's morning brew extra special with a handmade mug and some Yorkshire Tea!
Instagram: @janethepotter
N — Nuts and natural treats
Fill a festive bowl with delicious nuts, dried fruit and other wholefood goodies from York's independent wholefoods shop.
Alligator Wholefoods · 104 Fishergate, York · Website
O — Original prints
Give a gift for the walls with original prints by Sally Clarke.
Instagram: @sallyclarkeprintmaker
P — Prints with personality
Discover distinctive vintage textile goods by Petra Bradley — a lovely gift for someone who appreciates art.
Instagram: @petrabradleyprints
Q — Quite the ring!
For a gift with a little extra sparkle, explore rings and necklaces by Richard Whitelegg.
Instagram: @richardwhitelegg
R — Rings and jewellery
Find a distinctive piece of jewellery for someone special from Jo Bagshaw.
Instagram: @jobagshawjewellerydesigner
S — Singing Musical Hits
Give the gift of music, confidence and community. Joining a choir could be a wonderful way to meet people and have fun in the new year.
York Musical Theatre Choir York · Find the choir
T — Timber treasures
Thoughtful woodwork and furniture for those who appreciate beautifully made things.
Instagram: @wilf.williams
U — Uniquely made
Find something individual and handmade at Everything Felt. Her colours are stunning
Instagram: @everything_felt
V — Veg for Christmas dinner
Get the Christmas dinner sorted with fresh vegetables from Sheila's Greengrocer.
Website: sheilasgreengrocer.co.uk
W — Waves and seaside treasures
Bring a little of the coast into someone's home with seaside-inspired artwork by Alex Ash.
Instagram: @alexashartwork
X — X marks the spot
Celebrate York with a gift inspired by the city and its surroundings from York 360.
Instagram: @york.360
Y — You deserve a little support
Sometimes the most meaningful gift is a little time and support for yourself. Find out more about counselling and therapies with Jeanette Richardson.
Website: jr-counselling-therapies.co.uk
Z — Zingy mixed-media art
Colourful, playful and wonderfully unconventional. Discover mixed-media artwork full of curiosity, character and a dash of cheekiness.
Daisy Age Art · York · Website
Every time you buy from an independent maker, small business or local shop, you’re doing more than finding a lovely gift - you’re supporting someone’s livelihood, helping keep traditional skills alive and putting money back into our local communities.
Shop small, shop local and give something truly special this Christmas.
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