Where to Shop Locally for Christmas
North Wales is a truly special place to shop for Christmas. This part of Cymru is home to a wealth of unique, locally made products, all of which are proudly stocked by independent shops across the region.
Choosing to shop independently means directly supporting the local community, with all of the businesses listed below championing locally crafted and organic produce.
Shopping local doesn’t have to mean spending more, either. Hampers can be tailored to suit any budget, and there’s no shortage of great options for thoughtful stocking fillers.
And don’t forget the fantastic range of food and craft fairs taking place this year — Make sure to give North Wales Grub a follow on social media to stay up to date.
Anglesey
The Stores – Trearddur Bay
A firm favourite for good reason. This deli and café is perfect for picking up artisan bread, sweet treats, local preserves and quality coffee. A great stop for relaxed Christmas shopping and easy gift ideas. Don’t forget to pick up a fried chicken ciabatta whilst there.
Ty Copr, Penysarn
A wide varity of locally crafted beers - many of the gems stocked at Ty Copr
Often described as a hidden gem on Anglesey, Ty Copr is very much a favourite among locals.
This family-run gift shop is a true treasure trove of local finds, making the most of its compact space with an impressive range of locally produced goods alongside beautifully handmade gifts.
Ty Copr also specialises in creating personalised hampers to suit any size or budget, whether for Christmas or another special occasion. Last Christmas, Kath — one of the owners — put together a wonderful selection of chutneys, crackers and mini bottles for my grandparents, which went down an absolute treat.
& Caws – Menai Bridge
Stocked with local award-winning cheese, Welsh produce, and renowned European delights, & Caws is a great place to build a hamper.
Halen Môn – Brynsiencyn
Source: Wales.com
At the front of the Menai Strait, you will find Halen Môn and it’s charming shop. As well as stocking it’s own award winning range of salt, condiments and sauces, it has a fine collection of other Welsh products.
Gwynedd
Fron Goch Garden Centre, Caernarfon
Fron Goch know how to do Christmas. As well as having a wonderful display of Christmas decorations, the garden centre is also home to a selection of food hampers and selection boxes.
Bonta Deli – Caernarfon
A go-to deli for local Welsh produce, charcuterie, cheeses and festive pantry staples. Perfect for thoughtful foodie gifts.
Conwy
Bodnant Food Centre Farm Shop - Tal-Y-Cafn, Glan Conwy
The Bodnant Farm Shop is brimming full of products from North Wales and the rest of the UK.
Within the farm shop is a deli, bakery and a butchers. Make sure to pick up one of their pies whilst you’re here. Read more about the butchers counter here.
The Cheese Room Deli – Conwy
Perfect for cheeseboards, grazing platters and gifts for cheese lovers. A strong mix of Welsh and wider British cheeses.
Dylan’s General Stores, Conwy, Menai Bridge & Barmouth
Dylan’s not only have their fantastic range of sauces and condiments for sale in the General Stores (Many of them have a Good Taste Award don’t you know); It is flush full of local produce.
Flintshire
Hawarden Estate Farm Shop, Flintshire
Source: Hawarden Farm Shop website
In their own words, the Hawarden Farm Shop champions great products from the earth, trees and fields around them.
The farm shop not only houses a food hall, but a fantastic bakery, deli, and cafe. It may be in Flintshire, but it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.
Denbighshire
Rhug Estate, Corwen
Rhug Estate boasts being one of the largest organic farm shops in the UK, and supplying many hotels & restaurants with their top quality meats.
Their deli delights with an impressive selection of Welsh, British, and continental cheeses, charcuterie, and homemade pies and pastries, as well as stocking a range of alcohol and their very own skincare collection.
Denbigh Farmers’ Market
Ideal for picking up local veg, baked goods, preserves and handmade treats in the run-up to Christmas. Keep an eye out for Fresh & Tasty Microgreens and Surdeig Bakery.
Wrexham
to^st (toast) café & deli – Wrexham
A brilliant deli-style café that also offers a nook of local gifts. Ideal for festive indulgence!
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Shopping locally this Christmas isn’t just about what you buy; it’s about supporting the people behind the produce. From delis to farm shops, North Wales is full of places that make festive shopping feel genuinely special.
