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Swindon Designer Outlet
Searching for the ideal gift for a cherished someone, be it a special friend or beloved family member? No matter the occasion – whether it's a birthday, Christmas, or anniversary – you'll discover a diverse selection at Swindon Designer Outlet Village.
Swindon Designer Outlet offer a great range of designer labels at discounted prices, with specific festive sales taking place at many of the stores.
They're even hosting late night shopping from 10:00-20:00!
Railway-Inspired Gifts From STEAM
Make their Christmas this year with a railway-inspired gift from STEAM. Discover clothing and toys, including luxury GWR Socks, annual Gift Season Tickets, Brewer the Bear and much more.
Every purchase made supports the Museum.
Shop online HERE!
Gardiner Haskins
Gardiner Haskins in Cirencester is a fantastic destination for Christmas shopping, offering an extensive range of high-quality products to suit everyone on your list.
From stylish cookware and kitchen gadgets for the culinary enthusiast to luxurious furniture and home essentials for cozying up during the holidays, their thoughtfully curated selections cater to various tastes and budgets. Whether you’re searching for the latest tech-savvy home appliances, elegant cutlery, or unique baking tools, Gardiner Haskins combines trusted brands with expert advice and exceptional customer service to ensure a seamless shopping experience. Their reputation for quality and attention to detail makes them a must-visit this festive season.
Weekend Away
The more we share the more we have – Leonard Nimoy
Christmas is not only about presents but the presence of both family and friends brought together by the season of festivity and cheer. Avoid time spent together ending with the year by giving the gift of a shared experience.
TGtS recommends;
Gift vouchers for The Red Lion, Chiseldon House, De Vere Cotswold Water Park Hotel, The Kings Head Hotel, Stanton House Hotel, The Leonardo Hotel, Doubletree By Hilton Swindon
- Hotel break
- A Spa day
- A meal
Lighting Bug
Know someone who has recently moved house? Perhaps you have a friend who loves homeware? Whatever it may be, the Lighting Bug should be your first port of call this Christmas when looking for the ultimate homeware gift.
Lighting Bug is a family run business that opened in 2003. They specialise in lights and shades and showcase the widest variety of lighting in Wiltshire with over 2000 fittings on display and within their catalogues.
This Christmas they're also offering a selection of beautiful festive lighting and shades for indoor and outdoor use that would make the perfect gift for someone this Christmas.
Treat with a Treatment Gift
Show someone you care this season with the gift of wellness. As pleasant as the season is it can also be a large contributor to unwanted stress as we actively try to meet the growing demands that the festivities bring.
Treat a loved one to some time out with a treatment, a salon visit, or hair tools & products to help them pamper themselves in the comfort of their own homes.
TGts recommends: De Vere Cotswold Water Park Hotel, The Valuted Spa in Kings Head Hotel & Gem's Beauty
AFTERNOON TEA EXPERIENCE
Book an Afternoon Tea for two, Quality time with each other! An Afternoon Tea is a great way to spend quality time with one another - something you may not usually have time for.
Plus, what could be better than tucking into delicate pastries, a selection of delicious finger sandwiches and warming tea?
TGts Recommends;
Restaurant Vouchers
Give your host night off from cooking and the dishes with a restaurant voucher this Christmas.
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Active Gifts
Why not chime activity into the New Year with an activity voucher?
DB Max organises running, duathlon, triathlon, cycling and OCR events. They hold hundreds of events for those who love keeping fit and setting themselves a challenge.
TGtS also recommends;
Active Reality, Adventure Point, Swindon & Cricklade Railway, Longleat, Lydiard House
Theatre Tickets
Are you looking for a Christmas gift for someone special? Perhaps you want to get them something a bit different this year, or maybe they're notoriously difficult to buy for or already have everything they want!
Forget socks and forget shower-gel gift sets, surprise them with something they'll really love and give the gift of live Theatre.
Where: Wyvern Theatre
Price: £ Various
Skydive Vouchers
Christmas shopping in lockdown? Not a problem!
Why not start by buying one of Skydive Netheravon's fabulous skydive vouchers for that special person who likes an adventure?
Skydiving vouchers for tandem jumping or for those who like a real adventure; want to jump solo and become a real skydiver.
Go online at https://www.netheravon.com/tandem/ or email [email protected].
The next adventure is just around the corner!
Splash of Colour
Sometimes the simplest gifts send the best message! Why not give your special someone a beautiful Bouquet from TGtS faviourte florists; Little Gems
With 22 years of floristry experience, they offer beautiful fresh design ideas and create amazing flowers to suit anyone! They are an independent florist, with a passion for all areas of floristry!
Gym Membership
Gift: Gym Membership
From: David Lloyd
About: Is your someone special looking to get fit and healthy as their new years resolution? Or maybe you know someone with a passion for fitness and sports? If so, you've come to the right place as we have some great recommendations.
Swindon has lots of top gyms available that provide memberships so check them out!
Price: Various
Travel Vouchers
Gift someone some Barnes Coaches vouchers and they can turn it in to pretty much anything!
Barnes coaches offer a wide range of holidays, day trips and tours. Help towards a day trip, theatre trip or contribute towards a holiday.
Homeware Gift
Gardiner Haskins are the largest independent homeware store in Cirencester. Pay their shop a visit to find your giftee the perfect gift to improve or decorate their home. For baking fanatics, they offer a range of cookware, kitchen gadets and baking accessories.
Explore all their offerings HERE!
Escape Room Games
Know someone who loves solving riddles and puzzles? We've found the perfect gift for them! Co-Decode, a live escape room in Swindon, stock a series of Escape Room games in a board/card game format that you can play at home.
From 'Sub Terra' to 'CREW - A Spaceship Bridge Simulator', their vast selection is bound to have something that suits you! Please call Co-Decode 07759 185264 ahead of visiting to purchase a game to confirm that they open.
Co-Decode have also launched their incredible physical Christmas vouchers! Printed on kraft paper and embossed with gold foil, they're the most impressive gift voucher you'll ever see! They are also offering Christmas gift package deals such as; pick a voucher value and combine it with an Exit game og your choice and you'll get the voucher, eco-friendly gift wrapped and posted for FREE, so make sure to head on over to their website to find out more.
Pet Toys
Looking for a gift for a furry friend? Toomer's Garden Centre has you covered with a range of pet toys as well as pet advent calendars and festive treat boxes. With Toomer's range of Christmassy pet products, you can ensure everyone in the family is included in gift giving this year!
West Country Water Park Vouchers
Christmas shopping for an active friend or family member?
Why not start by buying one of West Country water Park's convinient vouchers for that special person who likes an adventure? Enjoy water skiing, outdoor open-water swimming, paddleboarding and numerous other water based activities!
Depending on the amount you spend, you'll be treated to extra benefits! Spend £60 and recieve a free short wetsuit or spend £150 for a free long wetsuit.
The next adventure is just around the corner!
Dash Couriers
If you find yourself running behind with your Christmas present deliveries this year or facing a tight deadline, consider the convenience and reliability of a courier service.
We recommend TGt favourite Dash Couriers, a Swindon-based family-run courier service.
Dash Couriers offer same-day delivery for destinations surrounding Wilitshire and London. Additionally, new for 2023, Dash Couriers have added a sustainable delivery option! This sustainable service will deliver your Christmas presents whilst providing a minimal harm to the environment, using 100% electric vehicles during delivery!