Locally Produced Christmas Gift Guide

FlaxFox Designs is the shop of Northern Irish Artist and Designer Danielle Morgan. Flax Fox tea towels are original, memorable gifts that capture the essence of Northern Ireland through sketching. There are many different designs to choose from including Titanic Quarter, Queens University, Belfast City Hall and more!

These collections have been designed exclusively for Visit Belfast for a range of gifts from mugs to tote bags. ‘Belfast and beyond’ by Gillian Boyd (left) is a watercolour image with Northern Ireland hotspots such as The Big Fish and The Dark Hedges and ‘The Belfast Skyline’ by David Paul Henry (right) features iconic Belfast landmarks along the waterfront.

Traditional Belfast coffee is a strong, full-flavoured coffee, which was the order of the day in the 1800s. Enjoy Belfast Coffee’s small batch coffee, roasted with pride in Belfast. This is the perfect gift for the coffee lover in your life!

A love letter to Belfast, this book heroes local produce from the best local suppliers and producers. It features 140 recipies served over the last 20 years across Niall’s five restaurants. Discover a full section of books in the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre, from cookbooks and local history to kid’s novels.

These exclusive glass baubles are hand painted on the inside and come in a cushioned gift box. Choose between two different Belfast skylines! The perfect addition to the tree for a bit of Belfast.

The ancient skill of weaving has been deeply rooted in the historical region of the Boyne Valley for several centuries. It is a craft that has been passed down from one generation of Branigans to the next, with a history of weavers that can be traced back over a century. A limited selection of their coats and accessories can be purchased in the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre.

Welcome to the Whimsical World of Thomas Joseph, home of the iconic Celtic gift range. For over 18 years, the silly sheep have been migrating from their green pastures in Ireland, to the far corners of the world, taking with them a simple Irish charm. Check out the whole range in store, which includes mugs and cushions.

Established in 1965, Erin Knitwear specialises in hand-knitting. They produce Aran handknits and accessories for ladies, gents and children from 100% wool with new styles and designs launching each year.

You can never go wrong with a scented candle, and the luxurious ranges from Field Day are an extra special gift. Field Day is a boutique Irish company that has been making stylish fragrant products for over 10 years. All of their candles have a distinct sense of Irish heritage and offer a simple yet deluxe touch to the home.

Paul lives just minutes from the beautiful Antrim coast, the inspiration for many of his paintings. He has received numerous awards for his watercolour landscapes/seascapes with his work being well known throughout the island of Ireland and further afield. His prints make the perfect gift with many options of beautiful scenes across Northern Ireland.

Forest Feast make irresistible treats using only the best ingredients. Treat yourself or a loved one to a packet of delicious chocolate dipped fruit or nuts!

Art On A Tin is a Belfast based business which began in 2013. Working with local artists, they set out to promote our wonderful country depicting images of Belfast such as City Hall, Queen’s University, Titanic Quarter and many more. Inside the tin, you can choose from fudge, chocolate truffles, travel sweets or mints.

Sharon Millar is an artist based on the East Antrim Coast. Her art and photography is inspired from her life in Northern Ireland, with prints and photography of many different destinations such as the Harland & Wolff cranes, Commercial Court and the Titanic Quarter.

Make this Christmas extra special with a gift that’s as iconic as the drink itself. The Guinness merchandise collection has everything you need to bring a touch of Irish charm to the festive season. From stylish glassware to practical reusable shopping bags and beer mats, there’s something for every Guinness lover on your list.

Peter is an illustrator who creates his products digitally using an Apple pen to still give it that hand drawn feel. A range of his work is available in the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre, including prints and tea towels.