Small Business Saturday Gift Guide

At New Forest Collection our values are deeply embedded into our everyday practices. We strongly believe in connecting to the environment around us, including those who live, operate, and visit our surroundings. Our passion and excitement for New Forest prosperity has seen us partner with a brilliant selection of local businesses to ensure we continue to provide excellent service and promote the very best of the New Forest.

In celebration of Small Business Saturday and with Christmas just around the corner, we thought it was the perfect opportunity to spotlight some of the very best local distillers, florists, homeware crafters, and chocolate connoisseurs in the New Forest and surrounding areas.

New Forest Chocolate Company

A chocolatier very close to our hearts. Forest Lodge’s very own Pastry Chef, Maja Palmer, is the chief crafter behind New Forest Chocolate Company; making a selection of delicate and moorish chocolates perfect for gifting or to simply enjoy for yourself. Imagine merry flavours, Christmas pudding, eggnog and mulled berry all in bite-size form; delicious!

Their Christmas Selection comes in boxes of 6 or 12 and prices start at £13.95

Click here to order now in time for Christmas

Funky Knittings

If it’s cosiness you are after, Funky Knittings is just the place for you. A Southampton-based home accessories company run by mother and daughter duo, Funky Knittings has the perfect selection of handmade crocheted and knitted gifts to cosy up with this Christmas. All are made from the finest wool and yarn, including woollen socks, tree decorations, blankets, pouffes, bolster cushions and even a Christmas card or two. Plus, throughout December receive 10% off on orders over £100!

Explore their products here

Wyrd Gin

For all gin lovers out there, distilled in our very own New Forest and enjoyed nationwide is Wyrd Gin. Our passion for their hand-crafted flavour fusions has seen us create our very own New Forest Collection gin using their expertise. If you fancy a tipple, this can be found across our collection. Or if you’re looking for some festive gift inspiration, they offer a range of gift packs and miniatures too.

Click here to view their selection of Gins

Corbin’s Florist

For the perfect New Forest bunch look no further than Award-winning, Brockenhurst florist and owner of Corbins Florist, Sarah Wilkins. A New Forest Collection go to, Corbins Florist supply the most beautiful seasonal arrangements perfect for any celebration, or if you simply wish to brighten up a dark spot in your home.

Bespoke your design by visiting here or by calling 01590 622245

New Forest Marque

If you’re in search of top ingredients to accompany your Christmas dinner, New Forest Marque is a one-stop-shop for the very best of local suppliers, farmers and retailers; you’ll be sure to guarantee authentic New Forest quality and taste.

Click here to explore more about New Forest Marque

New Forest Collection

Last but not least, we could not promote local gifting without shouting about our wonderful selection of Christmas gift vouchers, perfect for ticking multiple family members off your to-do list. From Champagne Afternoon Teas for mum to a Tranquil Overnight Escape for dad or even a relaxing massage for yourself, there is something for everyone.

Explore more here