Christmas comes but once a year – so now’s the time to shine in the gift stakes!

Whether it’s for him, for her, the kids or the team, we’ve rounded up our selection of favourite gift ideas available right on our doorstep.

Gifts for foodies

Luxury Christmas Hampers by the Artisan General Store

Christmas isn’t Christmas without a food hamper! We simply love these luxury handmade Christmas hampers Artisan General Store – in particular, their ‘Fetcham’ collection. Whether buying for a loved one or looking for an elegant gift to thank your hard-working team and valued customers, these beautiful hampers are a perfect choice.

Simply visit their website (www.theartisangeneralstore.co.uk) where you can choose from a selection of signature hampers or opt for the top-of-the-range Louis Laguerre hamper, where a member of their team will work with you, one-on-one, to ensure your hamper is not only the ultimate in luxury but that it also perfectly represents you or your business.

What’s more, all hampers are handmade from sustainable wicker and their production is governed by the UK suppliers ETI-based Ethical Policy.

Read our 60 Seconds..interview with owner Steve Reice.

Gifts for fitness fans

Downward Dog in Style with Kati Kaia

Kati Kaia’s bright and bold selection of eco-friendly yoga mats is the perfect gift for yogis or fitness fans. Behind every Kati Kaia Mat is a signature artwork, created in their studio over many months. The large oil paintings are then reproduced on mats made from 100% natural rubber, a sustainable resource, with a vegan suede touch surface, made from recycled PET bottles.

With every gallery mat sold, Kati Kaia buys back acres of land for conservation through their partnership with Rainforest Trust – the perfect gift for those who care about the planet.

Mats start from £80. Visit katikaia.com

Gifts for the kids

Bedtime Reading at Barton’s Bookshop

Minimise their screen time over the festive period and go back to basics with a good book. Barton’s Bookshop in Leatherhead is full of fantastic reads for children from classic fairy tales to modern day fiction and educational titles.

Visit 2 Bridge Street, Leatherhead, Surrey. KT22 8BZ

Gifts for home-makers

Deck the Halls with natural wreaths & handmade baubles

 A truly festive front door needs a glorious Christmas wreath and Plantpassion in East Clandon has just the thing. Their handmade wreaths are made using locally grown and scented foliage, seed heads, berries and cones. Choose from either small or large with prices starting from £35. Visit: www.plantpassion.co.uk

Ceramic artist Jayne Redmond creates beautiful handmade baubles from her workshop in Surrey. Working exclusively with Harrod’s, this year’s collection features traditional designs, a circus theme, and London range.

Jayne will be in the Christmas Shop in Harrod’s every weekend between now and the Big Day personalising baubles. You can also shop online at Harrod’s or to buy other ceramic creations from the artist including hand-painted treat plates, egg cups and breakfast sets, visit jayneredmond.co.uk

Gifts to make them smile 

Natural, Handmade Loveliness at &hobbs

&hobbs in Shere is a veritable treasure trove of lovingly selection homewares including handmade ceramics, scented candles, natural bath and grooming products, stationery and wall hangings from artisans and small companies with a passion for their craft.

Visit &hobbs The Forge, Middle Street. Shere. GU5 9HF.

Or shop online andhobbs.com

Gifts for the team

Team Experience with Silent Pool Gin

If you are looking to give your employees something special to show your appreciation this Christmas, Silent Pool Distillers may just have the answer! Whether it’s booking your team onto an unforgettable Private Tour of their beautiful distillery or opting for the classic elegance of their signature Silent Pool Gin, a gift from our local distiller won’t disappoint.

The private tour package takes place at the working distillery, which sits on the banks of the legendary Silent Pool, in the beautiful Surrey Hills and can be tailored to any size of group or budget. The gift collection includes their signature Silent Pool Gin amongst other keepsake gifts such as their wide-brimmed copa glasses.

Find out more silentpooldistillers.com

Merry Christmas from Fetcham Park

Wishing you a happy and restful Christmas break from the whole team.