Christmas gift ideas for outdoor and adventure lovers
The great thing about Christmas shopping in 2022 is the fact you can get cosy with a tasty hot brew and shop online while still supporting independent and small businesses. Christmas shopping should be a pleasure, not a chore, so to help you choose where to share the love this Christmas, I’ve rounded up some of my favourite products from my store and other small businesses.
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So here is my list of the best gifts for outdoor lovers, hikers, campers and adventurers this Christmas.
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Christmas cards bring smiles:)
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The tradition of sending Christmas cards originated back in England in 1843. A busy nobleman didn't have time to send a personal note to his friends to wish them Merry Christmas, so he hired a local artist to paint some ready-made cards that he could send out to friends and family.
For the Hikers, Campers, Alfresco Dinners and lovers of all things outdoors;
Bio-degradable pure craft coffee Brew Bag. Simply drop one of these bad boys into a cup add some water and you've got yourself a damn fine cup of coffee without the need for grinding, weighing, measuring, french pressing, espressoing, areopressing, extracting or stressing. It's so damn simple it must be Paddy & Scott's.
No adventure is complete, or fuelled for that matter, without a delicious complete meal. These pouches are perfect for refuelling outdoor adventures. Simply tear off the top, stir in hot water and in a few minutes you will have a tasty, filling and nutritious meal to keep your energy levels up to carry on enjoying your adventure.
Ideal for any camping trip, this Kelly Kettle cook kit comes with a frying pan, saucepan, 2 piece grill, kettle, stove, cup and base stand. It all packs neatly away into the handy drawstring storage and carry bag. Use outdoors in any weather and boils water in 3-5 minutes using only a handful of sticks, dry grass or pine cones. Fast, efficient, safe and eco friendly. The perfect gift for that friend or family member who loves to cook on flames.
Celebrate your achievements whilst having a positive impact on the environment with these sustainable hiking gifts and souvenirs.
Collectable hiking trail memorabilia for outdoor enthusiasts, hand made by outdoor enthusiasts, planting 1 tree for every 10 medals sold!
Is there anything that says “Winter” more than a woolly bobble hat and a hot chocolate? Treat that special person in your life to a cosy minute of mindfulness with this beautiful gift set. A perfect gift for outdoor adventurers and indeed the ideal companion for walkers, campers and wild swimmers. £1 from every sale is donated to the Scottish Crofting Federation
Something a little bit special for those adventurers in your life.
The Quiet Site is an Award Winning, Carbon Neutral Holiday Park set amongst the stunning fells that overlook Ullswater. There’s something for everyone at The Quiet Site. From rustic glamping burrows and gingerbread houses to traditional camping and hardstanding pitches.
We know that getting outside and spending time in nature is good for the soul. It inspires connection to self, other and the natural world of which we are a part. The Living Project provides mindful adventures in wild places, such as Dartmoor, Snowdonia, Scotland, Sweden and Morocco.
If you swim outdoors you will know there are practicalities around getting changed – especially in winter. All too often we found ourselves balancing on a plastic bag while trying not to stand on the freezing cold ground, attempting to pull a stubborn swim sock off with slightly numb hands!
The insulated mat inside your bag is made from recycled banners which would otherwise go to landfill.
Made in Lancashire, UK, by solar-powered machines, out of recycled materials. With a guarantee to repair your bag for free, within one year of purchase.
Located at the head of Honister Pass in the centre of the lake district, Honister Slate Mine offers a range of indoor and outdoor adventures for a range of abilities and ages. Canyoning, cliff camping and mine tours of the last working slate mine in England and home to the iconic Westmorland Green Slate.
Guided Lake District walking tours including stunning portrait photography and campfire cooked restaurant style gourmet food with The Campstove Cook, Outdoorsman and
Wellness Speaker Fell Foodie
Wellness Speaker Fell Foodie
Worried about the safety of your loved ones in the mountains in winter? Learn the basics of winter walking & navigation and get to grips with ice axes, crampons and other technical equipment. Single day, 2 day and 4 day courses available as well as private guiding in the Lake District and Scotland. Specialists in Rock Climbing, Scrambling, Mountaineering & Hill Walking. Instruction & Guiding with Mountain Professionals
Winter really is a great time to be in the mountains.
Give the gift of peace, self care and “me time” this Christmas
After a day spent outdoors nothing beats a bit of pampering. Enjoying a hot bath, soaking in essential oils, with a decent book, candles and a festive brew. We only get one body, so lets make sure we look after it and share the love with these luxury self care gifts.
Ara means ‘brings rain’. With rainwater being known to be symbolic of cleansing, new life, growth and possibility.
100% natural and eco friendly soy wax that is water soluble, meaning that when your candle has finished burning you can rinse the jar with warm water and repurpose it.
100% natural and eco friendly soy wax that is water soluble, meaning that when your candle has finished burning you can rinse the jar with warm water and repurpose it.
Transform your skin with products formulated using only the very best quality natural ingredients making them suitable for even the most sensitive skin types. We do everything we can to work harmoniously with nature to ensure we are looking after the planet as well as your skin.
The perfect gift for any Tea Lover! A selection of 3 x seasonal loose leaf teas to bring festive delight to any cup.
Voicing the thoughts that are too often lost in the wind. For the wild ones. A beautifully written poetic book straight from the heart
Where the Wildflowers Grow: My Botanical Journey Through Britain and Ireland
‘When was the last time you stopped and noticed a wild plant?’ An intriguing and timely exploration of the importance of Britain and Ireland’s plant life.
The Great Outdoors is the UK’s original mountain magazine who have been leading people to explore high places for more than 40 years.
Through compelling writing, beautifully illustrated stories and eye-catching content, across a range of platforms, they seek to convey the joy of adventure, the thrill of mountainous and wild environments, and the wonder of the natural world. They help you make the most of your time in the hills and mountains.
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All bookmarks are lovingly handmade on a wooden lap loom in front of the log burner in a 200 year old cottage in Lancashire, or out in the woodlands and fields surrounding The Fell Store HQ if the weather is fair.
These beautiful cosy headbands are made from 100% Shetland Island wool, a fibre celebrated for its fineness, warmth and strength. Sourced from over 700 local crofters and farmers.
Van Houten has been manufacturing cocoa powder since 1828. These single portion hot chocolates are perfect for a sweet hot drink while out in the mountains.
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