Nothing beats a hand-picked, thoughtful, locally-sourced gift – and no-one knows Herts, Beds and Bucks like we do.
So, this year, the Nash team are proud to share our favourite unique present ideas, all available from the region’s best independent stores and businesses, that you won’t find anywhere else…
Ceramic Animal Pencil Pots and Vases by Chloe James — from £29.99
Chloe James, St. Albans
For a fun conversation-starter, fill one of these charming cat vases with a bouquet of flowers; or choose a dog-shaped pencil pot to match their favourite furry friend.
90-Minute Latte Art Workshop — £110
The Espresso Lounge, Tring
This 90-minute session, run by a barista expert, teaches foam art skills to impress coffee-loving friends and family.
“Create coffee art like a pro”
Midwinter Scented Candle — from £20
Cook & Butler, Berkhamsted
Cosiness in a candle. With notes of fig, plum and honey, and available in a single-wick or longer three-wick version, fill their home with the scent of Christmas.
Membership of Waddesdon Wine Club — from £615 (for Arrow membership)
Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon
An ideal gift for wine buffs, membership of the World class Wine Club at Waddesdon Manor offers an impressive calendar of tastings, wine-paired dinners, cellar sessions and events, alongside regular curated wine deliveries right to members’ doors.
“An ideal gift for wine buffs”
Traditional Afternoon Tea — £44 per person
Hartwell House, Aylesbury
Treat them to one of the prettiest afternoon teas we’ve ever seen – in the elegant Jacobean and Georgian setting of National Trust-owned Hartwell House.
Seasonal Flower Subscription — from £40
Katie Picco Floral Design, Hemel Hempstead
We can’t think of anyone who wouldn’t love a big bouquet of fresh seasonal flowers appearing on their doorstep, either weekly, fortnightly or monthly. Blooming lovely!
“Seasonal flowers to your doorstep”
The Chilterns: 40 Favourite Walks, by John and Annie Fergusson — £6.99
The Market House, Tring
Give the gift of exploration with a pocket-sized guide to walking in our beautiful Chiltern Hills.
Brewery Tour — £32.40 per person
Mad Squirrel Brewery, Berkhamsted
Show beer fans where the magic happens with a guided brewery tour, followed by handmade pizza and beer tasting (of course).
Rumsey’s Homemade Chocolate Santa — £15.95
Rumsey’s, Wendover
Handmade in small batches here in the Chilterns, these jolly tasty Santas come in four sizes. The perfect stocking stuffer!
Campfire London Dry Gin in Gift Box — £42
Puddingstone Distillery, Tring
Winner of the World’s Best Martini Challenge, this award-winning tipple is distilled right here in Tring.
“A tipple to excite the senses”
The Big Night In Bundle — from £487 (double bed size)
Tielle, Berkhamsted
Treat a loved one to the ultimate night in with a luxury bath-to-bed bundle, featuring 300-thread count bedding, fluffy towels, a duck feather and down duvet, plus the same pillows used at The Langham and The Pigs hotels.
Christmas Cake of Cheese — £110
No. 2 Pound Street, Wendover
Who said Christmas cake had to involve fruit? We love this idea – a mammoth stack of four delicious artisan cheeses.
“Four delicious artisan cheeses to set your taste buds alight for 2026”
Nonna’s Build Your Own Hamper — from £9.95
Nonna’s Supper Club, Tring
Go wild in the aisles at Tring’s legendary Italian deli – create a handpicked hamper of everything from lovingly-wrapped treats to handmade pastas.
Happydashery Workshop Voucher — £35
Happydashery, Leighton Buzzard
Indulge their crafty side with a voucher for a workshop at friendly craft and events space Happydashery, learning anything from wildlife drawing to floral art.
“Have yourself a very crafty Christmas”
Threads beauty and home fragrances — from £12.99
Threads, Harpenden
With scents including bestseller Harpenden Bluebells, local boutique Threads’ bespoke range includes shower gel, hand wash and lotion, candles and reed diffusers.
“Elevate everyday indulgence at home”
Book Subscription for Adults — from £54 for three months
Books on the Hill, St. Albans
Bookworms rejoice! A book subscription gives them a beautifully-gift-wrapped novel at the start of each month, tailored to their interests.
Daily Grind Coffee Hamper — £40
Silver Palate, Berkhamsted
Coffee addicts will be buzzing about this hand-picked selection of beans, a coffee pot, scoop and mug, plus chocolate and cantuccini. Similar hampers stuffed with sweets, cheese, pasta or cocktails, are available too.
“Brew happiness in every cup”
‘The Traditionalist’ Mixed Case — £34.20
Tring Brewery Co, Tring
A mixed case of 12 bottles of this popular local brewery’s most popular traditional ales. Cheers!
Christmas Lights Trail — £68 for a family ticket
Ashridge House, Ashridge
Running until the New Year, discover 20 dazzling installations – plus a 115ft observation wheel and festive food village – along Hertfordshire’s biggest Christmas lights trail in the grounds of Ashridge House’s Grade II listed gardens.
“20 dazzling installations, plus a 115ft observation wheel and festive food village”
Round Recycled Elm Chopping Board — £60
Zoohause, Woburn
Crafted with reclaimed elm, each beautiful rustic wooden board is unique, and ideal for serving, chopping or decoration
“Crafted and unique”
Seasons Greetings from Berkhamsted Card — £4.75
Cook & Butler, Berkhamsted
A Christmas card and new home announcement in one. We approve!