Dorchester Christmas Shopping Guide

Beautiful toyshop in the heart of Poundbury, stocking beautiful wooden toys and gifts for new-born's up to older children.

Curated items for life and home.

Come and explore 250 million years of history at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery!

Cloth nappy and baby goods shop.

Shire Hall Museum brings over 200 years of justice and injustice to life.

The most spectacular military museum in the South literally cannot be missed as you come up High West Street, Dorchester.

We are family-run, independent toy shops who place customer service as our main priority and seek to offer different, inspiring and fun toys which also have an educational bias.

Family-run brewery, bottle shop and tap room in the heart of Brewery Square.

An independent menswear company for both formal and casual occasions.

Goulds Fashion Store - Dorchester's Department Store

Great Western Camping is a specialist outdoor retailer. We stock an extensive range of clothing and equipment for walkers, travelers and climbers.

Discover the beauty of nature with our range of seasonal flowers, dried flower, houseplants, and gifts. Get in touch to brighten someone's day!

Seventh Seal is a barber, café and clothier in Dorchester, offering a high-quality traditional barber service.

THE place in Dorchester for Star Wars collectibles!

Vinyl Van - a record shop in Brewery Square selling a great selection of new and preloved vinyl, T-shirts, CD's and music related merch

Curated items for life and home.

Stocking a wonderful selection of gifts, cards, stationery, jewellery and women’s accessories

Every Cloud Boutique is a lovely little gift shop based in Dorchester. We specialise in handmade silver jewellery, contemporary crafts and unique gifts.

Gallery & shop offering furnishings, lighting & glass, as well as paintings & prints by local artists & designers.

Goulds Fashion Store - Dorchester's Department Store

Dorset’s Premium Body Piercing Studio. Emma is the Body Piercer and Jewellery Specialist at Isha with industry experience dating back to 1998. She is also Dorset's first and only Member of the Association of Professional Piercers (APP & UKAPP)! Browse jewellery, portfolio, reviews and availability online.

Jaqueline’s Designer Boutique and Dress Agency specialises in buying and selling NEW & PRE-LOVED designer women’s clothing, shoes, handbags & accessories.

Loco Loves is a Fashion and Lifestyle Boutique in Brewery Square that is proud to have a family of loyal customers who return time & time. Founded in 2017, we sell high quality, affordable items that you are sure to love.

Magpie Poundbury, Dorset stocks lots of great gift ideas including bags, homewares, cards, garden sculpture and jewellery. Cath Kidston, Orla Kiely and Sophie Allport appointed stockist.

United Artisans Ltd is a gift shop full of unique handmade items that will make your gift shopping a stress free event.

Vinyl Van - a record shop in Brewery Square selling a great selection of new and preloved vinyl, T-shirts, CD's and music related merch

Clothing, accessories and lifestyle store.

Supplier of quality furniture for the home and commercial property. Stylish interiors and accessories. Hospitality and home furnishings.

Modern quality collectable china items from our shop or by mail order from our web site.

Independent Paint Paper and Fabric Shop. Curtains made to order. Farrow & Ball Paint in stock.

Stocking a wonderful selection of gifts, cards, stationery, jewellery and women’s accessories

An independent gallery featuring a collective mix of artwork from renowned artists and local artists.

Our homewares include everything from practical items and electrical appliances from well known brands such as Dualit, Kitchen Aid, and Bissell to quality cookware, cutlery and tableware

Independent, Contemporary Fine Art Gallery located in Dorchester! Exhibiting a wide range of Original & Limited Edition Art, Sculptures & Books!

House of Phaedra is a shop dedicated to beautiful home fragrance and life style pieces designed to turn your living space into the perfect home.

Magpie Poundbury, Dorset stocks lots of great gift ideas including bags, homewares, cards, garden sculpture and jewellery. Cath Kidston, Orla Kiely and Sophie Allport appointed stockist.

We are passionate about finding new homes for antique, vintage and contemporary pieces that are beautifully designed, masterfully created and enduringly desirable.

No. 36 is a Gift and Lifestyle store selling beautiful, interesting and affordable items for every occasion .. ideal for you, your friends and family and your home.

Providing a bespoke service, using innovative glass techniques to work with clients on an architectural & domestic scale.

Punica stocks luxurious rugs, cushions, towels, throws, lampshades and other homeware from around the world.

Discover the beauty of nature with our range of seasonal flowers, dried flower, houseplants, and gifts. Get in touch to brighten someone's day!

Stems Florist is a well established florist in Brewery Square. Having taken over the business in 2018, Emma and her team are passionate about providing beautiful products for every occasion.

Beautiful flowers for every occasion.

We are a family run business working from the Dorset countryside, hand pouring scented eco soy candles, melts and other products.

The Woods contemporary showroom offers wall-to-wall stunning furniture and beautiful home accessories.

Allum & Sidaway is a multi-award winning independent jeweller have five unique jewellery stores, a fantastic team and the best customers!

Friendly and approachable jewellers with a host of interesting and unusual pieces always in stock.

Exquisite jewellery for life collection. We have many rings, pendants, and earrings in our collection.

Dorset’s Premium Body Piercing Studio. Emma is the Body Piercer and Jewellery Specialist at Isha with industry experience dating back to 1998. She is also Dorset's first and only Member of the Association of Professional Piercers (APP & UKAPP)! Browse jewellery, portfolio, reviews and availability online.

Independent jewellers with a difference - selling antique, pre-owned and new jewellery, art, glass and collectables.

We are a specialist shop with over 20 years experience in watches, name and vintage jewellery, antique silver and other interesting quality antique items. We sell buy and exchange.

Pre-owned & new Jewellery and watch, sales & repairs, rethreading, engraving, watch batteries & straps, bespoke jewellery made to your own design or your own pieces redesigned, scrap gold.

Clothing, accessories and lifestyle store.

Butcher and Refill Shop

Family-run brewery, bottle shop and tap room in the heart of Brewery Square.

A local independent natural food shop, offering zero waste refills, wholefood, body care, household, organic, local and fairtrade goods. Established in 1978.

Fordington Deli, home of local and delicious. All the things you would expect from Fordington Gin made bigger and better.

Our homewares include everything from practical items and electrical appliances from well known brands such as Dualit, Kitchen Aid, and Bissell to quality cookware, cutlery and tableware

Joey's is a kitchen, where Libby cooks a range of purées, textured mashes, soft foods, solid foods & wholesome meals for those that need a smaller bite size. Perfect for children aged 6 months +.

Low intervention winegrowers in rural Dorset, England. IWSC Sparkling Wine Producer of the Year 2020.

Italian delicatessen serving dried pasta's, sauces, oils, vinegars, biscuits and much more. We also have a deli counter serving speciality cold meats and cheese. Freshly brewed Neapolitan takeaway coffee is available too

Family-owned business taking pride in authentic Sicilian recipes and ingredients!

Purveyors of sweets and treats.

The Cellar at Kingston Maurward

Specialist wine company offering selection of hand-picked wines from around the world.

THE FRIDGE is an Aladdin`s cave of Award Winning Speciality food.

A luxury dog boutique based in the heart of Poundbury, selling a variety of quality products for your four legged friends.

Garden centre. A hive of horticultural activity in the centre of Poundbury, Dorset, set in the original farm buildings of Poundbury Farm.

Friendly local pet shop carrying a vast range of pet accessories, healthcare and grooming products.

Fabric store based in Poundbury and online

Walking into Frank Herring & Sons art and craft shop in Dorchester is like stepping into a creative adventure.

Selling Yarns Patterns, and Knitting/Crochet accessories.

Your local, traditional music shop.

An Aladdin's cave of rare, unusual and highly interesting books in this very traditional 'old school' book shop. Come and have a browse but you are advised to phone or email me first to make an appointment as I am not always open! Normally open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 11-4 but no guarantees. Please do ring first to avoid disappointment . 07758 617149 or 01305 261186

As an Independent Travel Agent we provide a wide range of holidays in the UK, Europe and Worldwide.

A hive of horticultural activity in the centre of Poundbury, Dorset, set in the original farm buildings of Poundbury Farm.

Repeated winner of ‘Best UK Gun Shop’, Sportarm Dorset consistently guarantees an exceptional range of sporting shotguns and a selection of sporting attire available from our popular lifestyle shop.

Dorchester's Community Craft Café. Come along for cake and a cuppa as well as a little crafting!

Dorchester Arts is the year-round provider of arts performances and entertainment in Dorset’s County Town.

Yoga and Therapy Centre in central Dorchester, offering a wide range of classes, courses and workshops in Yoga, Tai Chi and Pilates as well as many therapies.

Creative masterclasses taught by art and craft specialists and hybrid work spaces for hire

Come and explore 250 million years of history at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery!

Low intervention winegrowers in rural Dorset, England. IWSC Sparkling Wine Producer of the Year 2020.

Monart Spa is a 5 star luxury day spa located at the heart of Royal Pavilion, Poundbury, Dorset.

Shire Hall Museum brings over 200 years of justice and injustice to life.

Health Clinic & Studio - For a Healthier, Stronger Mind and Body

The Great Big Escape is an escape room venue, one where you and your team will put your skills to the test to solve riddles, puzzles, and much more.

The most spectacular military museum in the South literally cannot be missed as you come up High West Street, Dorchester.

The Kings Arms Hotel has a beautifully renovated restaurant, bar and rooms offer a stylish and decadent experience in the heart of Dorchester.

British Heart Foundation Charity Shop

Jaqueline’s Designer Boutique and Dress Agency specialises in buying and selling NEW & PRE-LOVED designer women’s clothing, shoes, handbags & accessories.

Independent jewellers with a difference - selling antique, pre-owned and new jewellery, art, glass and collectables.

Julia’s House Charity Shop

Collectables, antiques and fascinating items to delight and charm! Come and have a look around!!

Charity shop and Cafe to help people with learning difficulties

An Aladdin's cave of rare, unusual and highly interesting books in this very traditional 'old school' book shop. Come and have a browse but you are advised to phone or email me first to make an appointment as I am not always open! Normally open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 11-4 but no guarantees. Please do ring first to avoid disappointment . 07758 617149 or 01305 261186

Oxfam chairty shop.

Antiques shop in Poundbury, Dorchester. Offering a selection of antiques, mid century, collectables and unique items and much more.

The Salvation Army Charity Shop

Secondhand Furniture & Accessories

Pre-owned & new Jewellery and watch, sales & repairs, rethreading, engraving, watch batteries & straps, bespoke jewellery made to your own design or your own pieces redesigned, scrap gold.

Vinyl Van - a record shop in Brewery Square selling a great selection of new and preloved vinyl, T-shirts, CD's and music related merch