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Last minute local Christmas shopping ideas

Melanie Richardson

17/12/2019

It’s that time of year again, Christmas shopping and the key question…what do you buy for the people that mean the most in your life? If you’re anything like us no matter how prepared you are there’s always a last-minute rush!

We work with hundreds of amazing local businesses, so we thought we’d give you some great ideas for last minute unique presents for your loved ones all sourced from our client list!

Davenport Vineyards

Any one of the organic wines would make a great present for a wine loving friend or family member, perhaps add the gift box to make it a really special gift

https://www.davenportvineyards.co.uk/

Davenport Vineyards make up 24 acres, grown on 5 parcels of land, 9 grape varieties and a multitude of soil types and micro-climates. The vineyards are mostly at Horsmonden in Kent, with a smaller vineyard next to the winery at Rotherfield, East Sussex.

Chillies Farm Dairy

Try the Sussex White for a true taste of Sussex produce.

https://chilliesfarmdairy.co.uk/

Chillies Farm is a small dairy based on a family farm near High Hurstwood in the heart of the Sussex countryside. They are committed to low input farming using minimal fertilisers and herbicides and to conserving our environment. Their milk comes from our own herd of pedigree goats ensuring that it is as fresh as possible to hand-make kefir and cheeses that are full of character and flavour.

CrossFit Uckfield

How about a personalised nutrition plan for the new year? Personal training to kick start 2020? Or head straight in and buy a ten-class ticket or membership…

https://www.thepaleogym.co.uk/

CrossFit Classes really are for everyone regardless of age, ability or experience as each movement is scaled to your individual requirements, which means everyone can access every workout via their own personalised route.

Their core discipline is CrossFit but they also offer a variety of Classes and Personal Training alongside our CrossFit classes to ensure we really do cater for everyone.

Agaso Equestrian Clothing:

How about a new pair of Breeches for the equestrian in your life, designed and sold right here in Sussex!

https://www.agaso.co.uk/

Agaso designs sensibly priced, innovative & durable equestrian apparel for free spirited riders who live in the moment and never want to dismount.

Their designs began with over 40 years of insight in Equestrian Coaching. They understand every detail that enhances a riders’ enjoyment in the saddle…and keeps you comfortable, longer.

They use the latest athletic materials and innovative stitching techniques; every design choice is based on comfort, fit & functionality to give their riders the best apparel to accompany them on any adventure.

Sussex Beds

If you’re looking for a bed or beautiful linens for the new year, look no further than Sussex beds!

https://www.sussexbedcentre.co.uk/

Sussex Beds™ is a true independent family business and this is immediately obvious with its warm welcome & relaxed shopping experience. Staff are all on hand to help & guide you in finding products, which meet both needs & budgets.

Heart of the south racing

Something a little different for this one…a share in a racehorse perhaps?

http://hotsr.co.uk/shares-for-sale/

Owning a racehorse is a hobby in everyone’s grasp thanks to racing syndicates and is more accessible and affordable than ever before. Heart of the South Racing has excelled in managing successful racing syndicates (where we put together groups of 5, 10 or 20 individuals to share the thrill of ownership) for over 20 years. Their reputation is very well established within the industry and a large number of our owners have been with us for many years.

Noble Jacks:

New high energy music to get you stomping into the new year!

https://www.noblejacks.com/

Noble Jacks have been touring relentlessly, with sold out shows across the UK on their headline tours, as well as shows at major festivals including Glastonbury, Isle of Wight and Bestival, plus major European festivals. With their second album, Stay Awake, released Spring 2019, the Jacks went straight into the top 10 Official Album Charts and played a sold out Concorde2 (Brighton) launch party.

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