Gifts and souvenirs United Kingdom

Since 1760, Hamleys has been a renowned iconic toy store in the city. With seven floors, it's an enchanting realm for children and adults alike, offering a multitude of captivating toys. Events and encounters with iconic characters are regularly organized. The basement is dedicated to the world of Harry Potter, while Lego fans will find a veritable paradise on site. As one of the world's largest toy stores, get ready to spend some incredible hours at Hamleys!

It is in this shop that Alice Liddell, the little girl who inspired the character of Alice in Wonderland, daughter of the Dean of Christ Church College, came to buy her candy, right in front of the famous college. This very small shop is now known all over the world. It has become the address not to be missed for fans of Lewis Carroll's novel, full of memories. Figurines, books, engravings, toys on the theme of Alice will delight children and adults alike. Something to bring back funny memories.

For original, high-quality souvenirs, we recommend a visit to this little store. Ideally located opposite Gray-Thomas Castle, the gift shop offers a selection of Welsh landscape paintings and figurines, as well as more traditional gifts such as mugs, wooden utensils and postcards. The store also features a café at the front of the store, where you can enjoy delicious homemade cakes, such as the famous welsh cakes, accompanied by a nice cup of tea.

Anna Davies started her small shop in 1956 with clothes. Gradually, the store expanded and welcomed the jewellery section in 2013. You can also buy online. In 2016, she even wrote a book about her journey. Welsh speciality shop where you will find everything you want to take home as souvenirs: sweaters, jewellery, candles, laverbread... There are beautiful products for men, women, children and the home. A real Ali Baba's cave with prices not always reasonable.

You can get information on the Gower Peninsula and buy some souvenirs. The National Trust rents the Old Rectory, a former house of the priest of the peninsula, which overlooks the beach, very demanding.

The Sinn Féin offices are located not far from the Bobby Sands mural. A store is also open to the public (be careful, you have to ring the bell) where you can find all sorts of interesting souvenirs (books, t-shirts, local handicrafts...) related to Ireland, the political events and the actions of the party. A place where you can sometimes meet real political personalities. In any case, a store to bring back an original souvenir.

If you're looking to move beyond electronic games consoles and talking dolls, there's nothing like going back to basics at this charming Covent Garden boutique, with its wide selection of traditional toys handcrafted by real enthusiasts. Discover the beauty of Russian dolls, puppets, cut-out cardboard or wooden figurines, to the delight of little ones... This is one of the most beautiful toy stores you'll ever see.

A very English address. Founded in 1830, James Smith is one of the few, if not the only, store where you can buy a proper umbrella. The store is beautiful and offers a wide selection of models with a very British elegance. Apple, maple, ash, cherry, rose, rush wood handles, take your pick, but remember that for any self-respecting gentleman, the fabric must be black. What better gift to bring back from London than an umbrella? It's a useful gift that will come in handy right on the spot.