Gifts
Show how much you care this Father’s Day
Whether they’re clearing away spiders, ferrying us around, lending a shoulder to cry on, or grumbling about...
01 June, 2024
Hampshire Open Studios is back with your favourite local artists!
The event is an annual art trail, where the general public can meet artists in their studios and galleries.
21 August, 2023
We’re sharing the love this Valentine’s Day
Our fabulous local traders have got lots of love to give this Valentine’s Day.
27 January, 2023
The Titchfield Christmas Barn
Welcoming locals for its fifth year, the Barn is open every Thursday – Sunday until December 18.
16 December, 2022
Last minute gift ideas that don’t rely on the post
Last minute shopping? Here are some gift vouchers on offer from some the lovely local traders.
16 December, 2022
Have a Dovecote Christmas
For a wonderful opportunity to shop locally this Christmas, head over to The Dovecote Eatery on December 10.
17 November, 2022
The Live Love Local gift guide
If you’re after some Christmas inspiration, take a look at our gift catalogue!
14 November, 2022
Going, going, scone!
Jam or cream first? Fruit or plain? Scon or scoan? Whatever your preference...
08 August, 2022
An Indie record shop that hits all the right notes for music fans
From an indie-exclusive blue vinyl of Abba Voyage to rare pre-loved records, Heathen Chemistry is a mecca for...
23 April, 2022
Mother’s Day gallery
There are plenty of wonderful shops on our patch offering gifts that are perfect for Mother's Day...
01 March, 2022
An ocean of talent at The Seaside Sew
From tangled driftwood and pretty shells to frosted sea glass tumbled smooth by the ocean, natural shoreline treasures...
19 February, 2022
Sunday lunch at The Mansion at Coldeast
The Mansion at Coldeast is a hotel and restaurant, on nine acres of landscaped grounds and woodland, perfectly located near the Hamble River...
14 February, 2022
Regifting your gifts
Let's waste less - ways to regift your gifts and help save the planet
29 December, 2021
Win a £150 luxury hamper full of local goodies
Win a hamper full of local goodies from our Live Love Local retailers
04 December, 2021
Give a Gonk a home on our patch
Whether they’re gonks or whether they’re gnomes, the shops are full of these cute little Christmas critters...
29 November, 2021
Chocoholic heaven at Kards and Keepsakes
Christmas and chocolate are inextricably linked – the perfect chance to indulge in the very best. Kards and Keepsakes...
25 November, 2021
Baby, it’s cold outside…
When it comes to gifts for babies and young children, shopping local gives you the option of choosing...
18 November, 2021
Hilbornes… Fareham’s own Willy Wonka!
Who doesn’t love to treat themselves just that little bit extra at Christmas time? From advent calendars to candy...
08 November, 2021
Santa is visiting Fareham this Christmas!
Christmas time can be a tricky one for parents! Explaining to the little ones that there aren’t any flights to the North Pole...
01 November, 2021
Fab fashionistas
No one wants to turn up at an office party or Christmas get-together and see someone...
21 October, 2021
Pawsome presents for pets
A wander into town this Christmas won’t just reveal fabulous festive fashion for your furry friends – you’ll also find...
21 October, 2021
Create a box of delights this Christmas
Our live love local shops go the extra mile to stock items that are different to the usual high street and online...
21 October, 2021
Christmas doesn’t need to cost the Earth!
One of the hottest topics this year has been climate change. With many of the world’s leaders meeting at COP26 in Glasgow...
16 October, 2021
Sweet dreams are made of this…
If your idea of heaven is an old-fashioned sweet shop straight out of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, with walls lined with glass...
15 October, 2021
Tempting tipples and tasty titbits
If you're a foodie, then you’ll always be on the look-out for great ingredients – both tasty and unusual. Shopping local is a great way...
15 October, 2021
Bloomin marvellous
A visit to these shops can be an inspiration but if you’re more of an organised type than a creative soul, you can even get...
14 October, 2021
Pop out and pick up something personal this Christmas
Popping into your local shops will reveal far more interesting gift ideas than all those mass-produced everyday products you’ll find online...
14 October, 2021
5 reasons to love local this Christmas
The Christmas rush seems to start earlier every year and, whether you get it done first or leave it to the last minute...
13 October, 2021
