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Christmas gift guide 2015
We all know the most wonderful time of the year comes with its own particular set of stresses and demands: turkey basting, tree trimming and wine mulling are no easy feats. To take at least one yuletide weight off your mind we’ve hunted down some great gifts from local shops, which should help you avoid the most awkward festive tradition of all – the recycled present stand-off.
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1. This reflector telescope created by the boffins at Meade Industries is great for stargazing beginners and experienced astronomers alike – £149.99
From London Camera Exchange, 53 The Horsefair, 0117 927 6185, www.lcegroup.co.uk
From London Camera Exchange, 53 The Horsefair, 0117 927 6185, www.lcegroup.co.uk
2. Chris Hawkins’ foxy solid silver cufflinks are an ideal gift for the discerning gent about town – £216
From Diana Porter Jewellery, 33 Park Street, 0117 909 0225, www.dianaporter.co.uk
From Diana Porter Jewellery, 33 Park Street, 0117 909 0225, www.dianaporter.co.uk
3. Give the gift of wonder with an annual membership to At-Bristol Science Centre – Adult £40/Child £26
From At-Bristol, Anchor Road, Harbourside, 0117 915 1000, www.at-bristol.org.uk
From At-Bristol, Anchor Road, Harbourside, 0117 915 1000, www.at-bristol.org.uk
4. A hand-picked selection of the very best ciders and perries from the experts at Bristol Cider Shop is sure to please – £39
From Bristol Cider Shop, 7 Christmas Steps, 0117 382 1679, www.bristolcidershop.co.uk
From Bristol Cider Shop, 7 Christmas Steps, 0117 382 1679, www.bristolcidershop.co.uk
5. For those who like the stronger stuff, it doesn’t get much more authentic than this Don Papa small batch rum from The Philippines – £37.99
From Grape & Grind, 101 Gloucester Road, 0117 924 8718, www.grapeandgrind.co.uk
From Grape & Grind, 101 Gloucester Road, 0117 924 8718, www.grapeandgrind.co.uk
6. Poppy Heads and Anenomes, a beautiful hand-painted and fused glass piece by Bristol based artist Bridget Birse, will brighten up the home of any art lover even in the winter months – £375
From Bibi Glass & Print, Hillside South Glos, 07794 594 916, www.bibiglassandprint.com
From Bibi Glass & Print, Hillside South Glos, 07794 594 916, www.bibiglassandprint.com
7. Pick up a handcrafted item from the Bristol Blue Glass Winter Wonderland Collection to give a gift that can be kept forever – from £18
From Bristol Blue Glass, 357-359 Bath Road, 0117 972 0818, www.bristol-glass.co.uk
From Bristol Blue Glass, 357-359 Bath Road, 0117 972 0818, www.bristol-glass.co.uk
8. For any little people in your life, make their first Christmas extra special with a cute wooden Flapsi rattle – £6.95
From Playfull Toyshop, 87 Gloucester Road, 0117 944 6767
From Playfull Toyshop, 87 Gloucester Road, 0117 944 6767
9. Order coffee with a side of style in the form of this Muuto Coffee Maker – £89
From Oskar Furniture, 47 Whiteladies Road, 0117 973 4777, www.oskarfurniture.co.uk
From Oskar Furniture, 47 Whiteladies Road, 0117 973 4777, www.oskarfurniture.co.uk
10. An Alessi bowl will make a gorgeous centrepiece in any home – £79.99
From Libra, 11 Clifton Down, 0117 973 9722, www.libragifts.co.uk
From Libra, 11 Clifton Down, 0117 973 9722, www.libragifts.co.uk
11. A fabulous felt flower bag is the gift to get for any fashionistas who want something unique – £18.95 From Katze, 55 Gloucester Road, 0117 942 5625, www.katze.co.uk
12. A beautiful glass robin that’ll look right at home on a twinkling tree or a frosty windowsill – from £8.50
From Fig, 206 Gloucester Road, 0117 924 4898, www.figshop.co.uk
From Fig, 206 Gloucester Road, 0117 924 4898, www.figshop.co.uk
13. Creative types will love a watercolour travel set for painting on the go – £29.95
From Cass Art, 43 Park Street, 0117 925 8515, www.cassart.co.uk
From Cass Art, 43 Park Street, 0117 925 8515, www.cassart.co.uk
14. This cool bamboo phone case is sturdy, simple and stylish all at once – £21.49
From Mabboo, 31 Milford Street, 0117 9083 622, www.mabboo.com
From Mabboo, 31 Milford Street, 0117 9083 622, www.mabboo.com
15. A Tobacco Factory gift voucher is a lovely present for all ages, available in a value of your choice to spend on any comedy, theatre, dance or puppetry including their upcoming festive show The Light Princess.
From Tobacco Factory Theatres, Raleigh Road, 0117 902 0344, www.tobaccofactorytheatres.com
From Tobacco Factory Theatres, Raleigh Road, 0117 902 0344, www.tobaccofactorytheatres.com
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