The Best Independent Shops, Markets & Online Retailers to Shop For Unique Gifts From Devon
Whether you are a local, a visitor, or someone further afield with an appreciation of the luxurious, locally-crafted, artisan products and produce available in Devon and across the Westcountry, there are many of you who love sharing unique gifts from Devon.
Perhaps it's the fresh air, the coastal living, the rolling hills and natural beauty, the sense of tradition or the slow living - there is something about this corner of the world that inspires many talented and passionate makers, creators and small business entrepreneurs - resulting in an abundance of artisan products and gourmet produce that make wonderful gifts.
The stunning array of local products and produce that is crafted locally across Devon, Cornwall and the Westcountry was the inspiration behind our gift box and hamper business. We wanted to help make shopping locally and sustainably easy, while providing unique and thoughtful gifting options that were easy to send by post. So needless to say, hunting down places to browse and shop for wonderful Devon-made gifts is quite a passion and we're excited to share some ideas with you below.
Devon gift shops with a local focus
There's many beautiful gift shops in Devon, but while some are packed with items from across the country, others are particularly focused on gifts made in Devon.
Combine local shopping with a wander around the garden centre and even a walk along the river at Avon Mill Garden Centre, home to the Devon Artisan Hub. Packed with unique products crafted locally and inspired by the natural surrounds, here you can read about each artisan that made the product and understand the passion and story behind them.
On the edge of Dartmoor, based in Bovey Tracey, is MAKE Southwest, with a wide range of south-west made artisan products, from jewellery, to ceramics, to art and more. There's a cafe, exhibition space and plenty more to explore including a fantastic playground just over the road and Dartmoor just minutes away.
Visit the beautiful Chagford and the community-run 'Artisan' - the maker's store. Here you'll find over 50 local makers showcased in a shop and exhibition space. We love the ethos, the passion behind this project, and the beautiful artisan products that you can find here.
Love local products and want an alternative shopping experience in the heart of Exeter? Check out the Maker Mart, an independent craft and gift shop featuring products from over 130 local makers from across the south west.
A relatively new shop also selling locally crafted gifts is Yellow Umbrella Gifts in Newton Abbot, which aims to provide a super-local experience with a wide range of gorgeous gifts.
Farm shops are of course a wonderful place to shop for not only local gourmet food and drink, but also often local homewares, jewellery, craft and other gifts. Devon is fortunate to have lovely farm shops at every turn where you can shop local products, enjoy a coffee or a meal, and have a play or a walk. Some of them are pretty big affairs these days but keep a family business ethos and focus on local at their heart - check out Darts Farm, Greendale, Strawberry Fields Farm Shop, Occombe Farm or Ullacombe Farm.
Devon Markets
If you love a market then read on as we share some ideas for local markets that provide great gift-shopping opportunities as well as the promise of a great day out.
If you like to shop for locally-crafted goods while also securing yourself a delicious lunch - try Totnes Food and Craft market. Held 10am - 3pm on the first and third Sunday of the month in the beautiful town of Totnes.
Combine a day by the sea with some local shopping at the Brixham Art and Craft Market - held April to October next to the harbour, showcasing locally crafted products from handmade jewellery, photography, art, fused glass, handmade greeting cards, clothing, hand dyed silk products and much more.
Shop For Devon Gifts Online
Finally - if you are not local or want the convenience of shopping online and having your Devon gifts sent by post directly to your recipient - we have plenty of ideas! Whether you are looking to share luxurious pamper gifts, local gifts for gardeners, gourmet Devon food hampers, locally roasted coffee gift sets, letterbox gifts from Devon or much more, our passions is seeking out the finest local artisan products from across Devon, Cornwall and the Westcountry and creating unique and thoughtful gift sets for all occassions.
From birthdays, to thinking-of-yous, to Mother's Day, care packages, thank you gifts and more - choose from a wide range of Devon gift boxes and we will write your gift message on a card, carefully wrap and box your chosen products and have your gift delivered straight to their door.
What's more, all gift boxes are sustainable (with a focus on plastic-free), showcasing products crafted with passion by talented local artisans.
We hope we have provided some inspiration and ideas for where you can buy beautiful quality and unique Devon gifts, whether in shop, at a market or online.