Buy local or buy less

The volume of toys being shipped to the UK is increasing each year. For example, each Christmas, 4,000 tonnes of products arrive from China and how many of those end up on the landfill a few weeks after Christmas?. Often the quality is not good and the toy becomes a passing fad.

There is something special about buying toys that have been made to last, they are passed down through the family and provide hours of enjoyment. If you buy a toy or gift locally you will also be supporting our small businesses and the local community, while minimising your carbon footprint.


Gifts, Toys and Accessories



For unusual toys or a beautiful ethical gift visit our friends listed below where you will find plenty to tempt you.


FRUGAL COOL
Local sustainable design
Promotes the work of local, ethical designers. One-off treasures - jewellery, toys, home accessories, art - which are ethically produced, re-used, green, vintage or fairly traded.


FOU FURNISHINGS
Luxury organic bed linen
Original designed linens and gifts for all the family from organic and designer makers.