Northumberland's best independent shops for Christmas gift shopping

By Hannah Fitzhugh

Published 14th Nov 2026, 12:00 GMT

As we head into the festive season, why not support local businesses by buying your Christmas gifts from Northumberland’s many independent shops?

Here are 14 of the most charming, independently-owned shops in the county.

Rutherford and Co is a independent department store in Morpeth. Photo: Google

The Book Loft is a brand-new independent book shop in Berwick. Photo: Pictorial Photography

Bowring Hepple Black on Narrowgate, Alnwick is a Harry Potter themed gift shop. Photo: Bowring Hepple Black

Treetop Toys in Berwick sell eco-friendly children's toys and gifts. Photo: Google

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