Reggie Recommends: City Centre Shopping Edition

Hi everyone! 

The countdown to Christmas is officially ON...and I bet some of you haven't done your Christmas shopping yet, but don't panic! You can save yourself a world of stress and give your favourite people the gift of local with the Stoke-on-Trent City Centre Gift Card! 

This week is aimed at the shopaholics you don't have a clue what to get, so I’ve got some elf-approved recommendations for where to spend it around town. Grab a mince pie, settle in, and let’s dive into my top picks! 

 

The Weird, Wonderful and Unique gift seekers

Keep It Local Creative Department Store - Staffordshire's first creative department store, showcasing and supporting over 200 local businesses. This little gem is full of local, independent art, gifts, and creations from talented Stoke artists. It’s the ideal place to pick up something unique and support small businesses this holiday season. (Psssst. You can also pick up a 'Load This Card' envelope here to take home with you!)

Forbidden Planet International -  The world's largest and best-known comic, science fiction, fantasy and cult entertainment retailer! 

The Little Magic Corner Shop - Your one stop shop for all your witchcraft and spiritual accessories as well as unusual gift ideas. 

Vision Personalised Gifts - Specialising in making your products truly yours by personalising them with a name or a message. Here, you can find the perfect gift to immortalise a memory, or to give at a wedding, a Christening or for a special birthday.

Menkind - A gift and gadget retailer that specialises in fun, geeky gifts for all occasions.
 

Health & Beauty 

 

Lush Cosmetics Hanley - Fresh hand made cosmetics, handmade bath and body products including fragrances, soap and gift boxes

Holland & Barrett  Hanley -  the UK's leading retailer of vitamins, minerals and herbal supplements.

The Perfume Shop - Stocking the biggest names of fragrance in the industry, with exclusive discounts in store and even a gift wrapping service, so you don’t have to! 

For the fashionistas and clothing lovers

River Island - Offering women’s, men’s and kid’s ranges, along with amazing accessories, products are designed in-house and fabulous new items are available in store daily. 

Ann Summers Stoke - Ooh, la la! For the grown-ups who like to spice things up this Christmas. 

New Look - Find the latest catwalk-inspired pieces and classic essentials for women, as well as award-winning footwear collection and accessories. With hundreds of arrivals in store and online every week, there’s something new whenever you need it.

Primark - offers the latest fashion, beauty and homeware at the best value on the high street; put simply, amazing fashion at amazing prices!

Quiz - Looking to turn heads at your next Christmas party? Quiz has you covered with glam outfits, glittering accessories, and fabulous heels. Get ready to strut your stuff into the new year. 

TK Maxx - From designer brands at a discount to hidden gems you won’t find anywhere else, this store is a goldmine for bargain hunters.

Flannels - A  super-inclusive, multi-category retailer that's reviving in-store experiences and bringing luxury to everyone.

JACK & JONES - a denim fashion brand with a strong heritage and refreshed attitude. 

Jewellery & Accessories

Warren James - Whether it's an impulse-buy to make you smile, something to remind someone special you're there for them, or something truly breathtaking to celebrate a magical moment, Warren James does much more than sell rings, necklaces and bracelets. They'll help you create lasting memories with lovingly designed jewellery, straight from the heart.

C J Skelhorne Jewellers - Offering a dazzling collection of jewellery and watches, together with services such as silver plating and engraving. They have built a reputation with customers for their stunning products and reliable services and are also renowned for their professional jewellery repairs and manufacturing at competitive prices.

Hobbies and Home

Vellichor Books - A cozy bookshop where you can find new, secondhand and beautiful collections of vintage books to enjoy and relax with. 

Card Planet - greeting cards and gifts for all occasions.

Drop City Books - a colourful, radical, inclusive city-centre bookshop where curious people find good books.

Smiggle -  Filled to the brim with bright and bold stationery, bags, lunchboxes, accessories, gadgets and more. Everything you need for school, homework or fun can be found right here.

The Works - Stocking books, toys, gifts, stationery and arts and crafts at discount prices, with their customer base including families and people of all ages, from artists and keen learners to bookworms and writers.

Waterstones - Here, you'll find a wide specialist range, genres to suit every reader, and books suitable for all ages and interests in a friendly atmosphere to browse in, with knowledgeable booksellers to help you find the right read for you, as well as stationery and gifts.

WH Smith -  A leading global retailer in news, books and convenience, offering customers a wide range of books, newspapers and magazines, travel accessories, food and drink, stationery and entertainment. 

Music Mania - An independent record shop, buying and selling new and used vinyl and CDs, also selling concert tickets for venues in and around the city of Stoke-on-Trent. 

Frank's Flowers - A new, literally blooming addition to the city centre.  A flower shop specialising in beautiful bouquets and gift hampers for every occasion. 
 

And there you have it! All of these stores are eligible to use the gift card, it’s like having a magical key to your favourite spots, all in one handy little card. 

You can give them the gift of local with a Stoke-on-Trent City Centre Gift Card right here: https://townandcitygiftcards.com/product/stoke-on-trent-city-centre-gift-card/ 

Happy shopping, and may your days be merry and bright (and filled with quality local finds)!

With jolly cheers, Reggie the Elf 🎄