In 2020, more than ever before, supporting small local business is on everyone’s mind. And although Shopping Local is not just for Christmas, we want to make it easier for you to have a more sustainable festive season!
Here’s a fantastic list of local Wicklow presents, each unique and perfect for popping under the Christmas Tree for an extra special gift this year!
Tuck into some fine Wicklow produce gathered from small businesses across the county and venture on a culinary rollercoaster with this hamper! this culinary rollercoaster of a hamper! Be tempted by tasty nougat filled with dried fruits and roasted nuts and relax afterwards with a chai tea. A gorgeous gift to yourself or to someone abroad missing the tastes form home!
https://irelandsartisanpantry.com/hampers/welcome-to-wicklow
Shopping for someone who has an adventurous side? Or maybe a horse-crazy or hurling-mad friend who wants to try something new? A polo experience is truly unique! It helps to have some riding experience, although it’s not essential. The Polo Wicklow Experience is bespoke – private or group, lunch and drinks included, half or full day! A great idea for groups of friends or family coming together for a bit of post-lockdown fun! Find out more here – https://polowicklow.com/lessons/
The historic Glendalough Woollen Mills, situated in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains, has been crafting since 1968 with a strong tradition in making gorgeous and unique hand-knitted sweaters from sheep wool and silver-made jewellery. The cosy jumpers are perfect attire for a cold Winter’s jaunt through the Wicklow hills around Glendalough and much of the jewellery is inspired by the designs found on the monastic ruins in Glendalough. Buy online at – www.glendaloughwollenmills.com
Tulfarris Hotel head chef Eddie McDermott has been busy innovating to come up with Tulfarris’ very own brand of products! Treat yourself or a loved one to a carefully put together and beautifully presented gourmet hamper, with a huge selection of homemade Irish and locally sourced treats. The Tulfarris Christmas Hampers will have you covered for the whole festive season with Christmas Pudding, Christmas Cake, Ginger Bread Man, Shortbread, Chutney, Jams, Relish, Marmalade, Mincemeat Mix, Fish Mix Rub, Homemade Soda Bread Mix, Lemon Oil and Vinegars, Elderflower Liqueur, Vanilla Extract & Wine!! Follow this link to purchase with Free Delivery in Leinster – https://www.tulfarrishotel.com/christmas-gift-guide
Award-winning Wicklow based chocolatiers The Chocolate Garden of Ireland have a mouth-watering chocolate Advent Calendar this year, with an artisan chocolate per day for you in the run up to Christmas. A mix of filled chocolates, ruby chocolate, white chocolate, caramel gold and milk chocolates (some with nut filling). This gorgeous gift comes with ‘Snow in the Park’ Scene on the front, and a prop-up fitting on the back so you can place it like a picture frame in your home. Order online at www.chocolategarden.ie
Wicklow is home to Irish clothing brand Tweed in the Valley, where a gorgeous range of outfits and matching accessories are designed, cut and hand-made in Avoca. Classic heritage pieces tailored of brightly coloured tweed, with matching mum and daughter or dad and son pieces, will last for generations. And the cute accessory range of little girl’s hair bands, bow hair grips and bags and boy’s bow-ties are perfect stocking fillers! Shop online at www.tweedinthevalley.com
Begin your Irish whiskey journey with our Fercullen Irish Whiskey Starter Kit! Welcome to a little dram of Powerscourt Distillery in the comfort of your very own home. Powerscourt Distillery invites you to start your Irish whiskey journey with Fercullen Irish Whiskey a celebration of Irish Whiskey by showcasing three variations of Fercullen Irish Whiskey Includes an exclusive link to a pre-recorded video that will guide you through your Irish Whiskey journey, answering the questions you always wanted to ask with an eclectic mixture of history & folklore. https://powerscourtdistillery.com/product/fercullen-whiskey-starter-kit/
The ‘Bobby Bird’ is designed and crafted in Wicklow by Joan Gelletlie, who is owner of one of Ireland’s oldest jewellers, established back in 1818. The glass and silver bird has been designed so families can remember a loved one who has passed. The bespoke design features the initials of your loved one on a silver chain collar and hangs on the Christmas tree in their memory. To order the Bobby Bird contact TJ Gilletlie’s here – www.gelletlie.com/
Hospitality operators have been hit hardest by Covid-19 business closures. Show your support for your local restaurant, hotel, pub, activity provider or visitor attraction by filling your loved ones’ Christmas stockings with a voucher for future use. Most businesses offer vouchers for a monetary value of your choosing, or for a product like Afternoon Tea, Annual Memberships or Overnight Stay packages! You’re friends and family will love this local gift and you’ll be helping sustain local jobs too! Check out some ideas here – https://visitwicklow.ie/specials/
Do you know someone who is itching to travel again when the time is right? With the unique Wicklow Passport Pack, the recipient receives a ‘Wicklow Passport’, Wicklow Map and an exclusive Neck Warmer! Collect 18 Wicklow Stamps at participating Stamping Locations around the County. Drive, Cycle or Walk the length and breadth of Wicklow and discover the many activities, attractions and flavours of this great County, and if 15 or more stamps are collected you become a Wicklow Ambassador! More here – https://visitwicklow.ie/special/wicklow-passport-pack/
