SHOP LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS

Independent traders tell us that they have received enormous support from shoppers over the past few months. With your continued custom this could be their best Christmas yet — and give all our wonderful retailers the financial security they need to enter the new year. Here are a few ideas for your Christmas shopping.

BARBARA TIPPLE JEWELLERS Diamond Silver Cuff 15 Marmion Road, Southsea www.barbaratipple.co.uk

COASTAL REMEDY ‘Vent For Change’ Sustainable stationary. Prices start from £8.99 13 Marmion Road, Southsea www.coastalremedy.co.uk OLIVE & FRAN Natural skincare range, made right here in Portsmouth. oliveandfran.co.uk

CHARLOTTE CORNELIUS JEWELLERY Salt & pepper diamonds — distinctive, wild, and natural! 9ct yellow gold solitaire ring, tapered shank with 9ct white gold rubover set 4mm (0.25ct) salt and pepper diamond. Jubilee Hallmark. Size P — can be resized. £1090. 87a Marmion Road, Southsea charlottecornelius.co.uk

WHITE DOG GALLERY

We’re loving these super cute ceramics! They include a variety of humorous, whimsical animals and all are hand finished and presented in a plasticfree gift box. Choose from salt and pepper shakers, egg cups, money boxes, trinket trays, and more. 11 Stanley Street, Southsea www.whitedoggallery.co.uk

DESIGN HOUSE SOUTHSEA Ceramic Christmas tree night lights Range from £11.50, £16.50, £19.50 55-57 Marmion Road, Southsea designhousesouthsea.co.uk SOUTHSEA BATHING HUT Mini Spa Gift Set £33 Available in Floral or Citrus scent blends southseabathinghut.co.uk

SEEDED RETAIL LTD Docrafts Simply Make Christmas Angel Kit £5.95 5 Clarendon Road, Southsea www.seeded.com

ALICE AND IVY BEAUTIQUE Luxury aromatherapy candles from Lola's Apothecary (£46) 7 Marmion Road, Southsea @aliceandivysouthsea