Created in the Lakes

Master Goldsmith Brian Fulton creates exquisite jewellery using traditional skills and the very latest techniques. Made entirely in our Keswick workshop.

Explore the items in our collections or work with us to create your bespoke dream jewellery.

Quality fine British craftsmanship with a piece for every budget.

Hendersons Yard, Keswick CA12 5JD

Tel: 017687 79798 Email: info@fultonjewellery.co.uk fultonjewellery.co.uk fultonjewellery fultonsljw

The Old Courthouse Gallery in Ambleside has become one of the leading independent art galleries in the region and sells many items to tempt you, from colourful wall art to ceramic sculptures.

Fairfield Mill in Sedbergh ceased production as a woollen mill in the 1990s and has found new life as an arts and heritage centre. There’s a hugely impressive range of exhibitions and craft events to choose from, plus a shop and tea room.

Also in Sedbergh, England’s official book town, you’d be a fool to bypass Westwood Books which stocks more than 70,000 titles, including antiquarian, second-hand and new books.

In Kirkby Stephen, Church Gallery has three floors to explore. It’s a treasure trove of knick-knacks. Whether you’re in the market for soaps or scarves, jewellery or homeware, you’re likely to find the perfect trinket here.

Keswick’s Northern Lights Gallery represents more than 80 artists and holds monthly exhibitions in its third-floor gallery. For more independent shops, check out Packhorse Court for everything from craft beer to cheese to traditional wooden toys.

Love the Lakes is crammed full of Cumbrian produce, from cakes to beauty products to vodka infused with Kendal mint cake!

If you’re after some jewellery for yourself or a loved one, make a beeline for Fultons in Hendersons Yard. It’s a family-run business which has been handcrafting fine jewellery in its Keswick workshop for more than 30 years. Shop at Fultons for rings, bracelets, bangles, earrings and other treasures, or enjoy a coffee and cake at its Bench Cafe.

The Herdy brand (named after Cumbria’s Herdwick sheep) sells responsibly-sourced homeware and gifts. Even better, a percentage of the profits go to supporting rural farming projects. As well as Keswick, you’ll find Herdy stores in Grasmere, Kendal and Bowness-on-Windermere.

Other great destinations for indie retailers are Cockermouth, Wigton and Ulverston. The latter is home to Cumbria Crystal, the last producer of entirely hand-crafted crystal wear. Still using techniques first established in the Roman era, the craftsmanship is second to none. Even if you’re not looking to purchase an ornate glass or dish for yourself, it’s worth keeping an eye on their glass-blowing workshops. Their pre-Christmas bauble-making classes are especially popular.

Award-winning food producers keep wallets and stomachs mighty satisfied in Cumbria. Grasmere holds particular appeal for foodies and is the place to get your hands on uniquely sweet ’n’ spicy wedges of Grasmere

Gingerbread. The tiny specialist shop it comes from also stocks ginger tea, toffee, conserves and hand balm. Needless to say, if you like ginger you’re in safe hands!

Nearby, Grasmere Chocolate Cottage sells luxury hand-made chocolates and other sweet treats.

Keswick too has a well-known chocolatier, Friars, which was established in 1927 and has remained in the same family ever since. It’s retro sweet heaven over at Sweet Treats, where you’ll find more than 250 jars of colourful sweets, from fizzy chews to toffees. If baked goods are more your thing, fill your bags with biscuits and cakes at Bryson’s craft bakery.

Fine Chocolate

In Orton, situated midway between Kendal and Penrith, you’ll find Kennedy’s Fine Chocolates. The factory shop typically opens on weekends with over 100 chocolate varieties to tempt you.

While you’re indulging your sweet tooth, check out The Toffee Stop in Penrith, Abbott Lodge Jersey Ice Cream near Clifton and the 1657 Chocolate House in Kendal, whose luxury hot chocolates attract people from all over the world. Go on, treat yourself.

Artisan treats of a more savoury kind can be found at Unsworth Yard, where you can find fine wines, craft beer and luxury-level cheese at Cartmel Cheeses. Their premium products are often found on the menu at the

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