to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
Written by: Janie
Date posted: 04 November, 2025
From tasty, sweet treats and hand-crafted gifts to elegant dining experiences and days out to remember, The Lake District, Cumbria is packed full of fabulous businesses offering great options for that special Christmas Gift.
Looking for something unique? Then check out our guide below and get ready to shop locally for fantastic gifts this Christmas:
Local food
Hit the mark every time with well-loved Lake District classics from Hawkshead Relish and Grasmere Gingerbread. Buy online or visit their shops in Hawkshead and Grasmere.
Find Cranstons Local Food Halls in Penrith, Orton Grange, Carlisle and Brampton. Buy from their butchery and deli counter and browse produce from 50+ local suppliers. Vouchers and a small range of hampers will be available online.
Visit Cartmel Village Shop for a delicious range of puddings made from 100% natural ingredients – including the famous Sticky Toffee Pudding. Live too far away? You can also buy online.
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Local drink
Andy & Zoe produce artisan spirits at Shed One Distillery in Ulverston. Book experiences like ‘Make Your Own Distilled Spirit’ or ‘Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour’ – or shop online for products like Botanical Vodkas and Cumbria Bramble Gin.
Set in beautiful Brougham Hall, just outside Penrith, Black Cat Distillery is known for small batch craft gin. Head to their website to purchase fruity, savoury, spicy or Christmas gins. They also offer gin making workshops.
Shop online for whisky and gin hampers and crackers from The Lakes Distillery near Bassenthwaite – or visit in person for the full experience, including a Distillery Tour & Tasting and a visit to their Bistro.
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Local makers
In Ambleside, The Old Courthouse Gallery is home to a beautiful collection of contemporary arts and crafts by talented artists, many of them local to the area. Visit to browse paintings, glass art, ceramics, jewellery and furniture. You can also buy online.
For creative gifts, CoolCrafting in Kendal is a must-visit. Here you will find a knowledgeable team and an extensive collection of fabrics, sewing patterns and craft supplies. They also have an excellent online shop.
Pure Lakes create natural, handmade skin care products right in the heart of the Lake District. Known for their ethos on sustainability, they have just launched new refill pouches. Shop online or visit in person for their candle and soap making masterclasses.
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Outdoor experiences
Seeking an exciting adventure in the great outdoors? Then why not gift a guided activity like hiking, canoeing, climbing or scrambling – available with Lakeland Ascents, Adventure Vertical and Path to Adventure.
For the animal lover in your life, you will find plenty of memorable experiences with Cumbrian Heavy Horses near Millom, Predator Experience near Cartmel or the Badger Hide at RSPB Haweswater.
For an exciting family friendly challenge, head into the forest for tree top adventures with Go Ape in Grizedale and Whinlatter. Zip World Windermere offers a range of adventures from bouncy nets and Climb and Zips to an exhilarating 250m zip wire descent. Options available from ages 1 plus.
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Wellness experiences
For the adventurous soul in your life, let them disconnect and immerse themselves in nature with a foraging or bushcraft experience. Choose from providers such as Graythwaite Adventure, Green Man Survival or Forage Box.
Perhaps a cosy stay in a tranquil location would be the ideal gift? In the north of the county, The Tranquil Otter, Hidden River Cabins and Dandelion & Hoglet Cottages all offer stunning settings, secluded accommodation and hot tubs.
Gift a spa experience and let your loved one truly relax and unwind. There is a great range of luxury spots to choose from, including Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa, Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa and the newly renovated Grange Hotel.
BROWSE FOR MORE WELLNESS EXPERIENCES HERE
Food & drink experiences
Cumbria has a strong reputation for breweries and distilleries with expert and passionate teams making award-winning products. Take a look at venues like Jennings Brewery, Keswick Brewery and Bowness Bay Brewing for a behind the scenes tour.
Savour a special evening out with a dining voucher for one of the many top establishments across the county. Check out The Borrowdale Hotel, The Sun Inn in Kirkby Lonsdale and The Black Bull in Sedbergh for inspiration.
Choose a voucher for a magical Afternoon Tea. With venues like Carlisle Cathedral Café, Augill Castle and Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway on offer, you will not only enjoy delicious food but a stunning setting as well!
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Looking for more inspiration? Check out our Festive Gifting and Gift Voucher offers!
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