The Best Independent Shops to Shop this Christmas

1. Nicely Done - It had to be said really didn't it! Our selection may be small but we only stock the best pieces that we truly love, use ourselves and believe in. You never need to worry about the quality and every item is beautifully wrapped before being sent to you.

2. Cutter Brooks - I countdown the days until they open their Christmas shop. Sadly, they no longer have a brick and mortar shop but they are still online and having already purchased a few of their Christmas decorations, I can confirm that they have one of the best selections of unique Christmas ornaments and decorations.

3. My Small World - A fantastic toy shop based in Bath with a great selection of toys, books and games. They really go the extra mile in terms of service, so if you're looking for a 'welcome to the world' gift for a newborn or a Christmas present for a ten year old, you could do worse than shopping in store or online here.

4. The Hambledon - This independent department store is based in Winchester and have an excellent online shop, and honestly, it never fails to impress me with the brands they stock and the curated collections they hold. It's a great one stop shop if you're looking for stocking fillers or presents for the extended family.

5. Tinsmiths - Maybe an unusual choice of shop when looking for the perfect Christmas gift. But if you are looking for a unique gift that has been designed and made with love and care then Tinsmiths is for you. It holds a stunning collection of homeware items from incredible craftsmen. They update their website regularly but the shop is worth a visit too. One of my favourite pieces of jewellery is from Tinsmiths and I don't think I will ever see another person with the same piece as me. That's a unique gift in itself.