Experiences 12 December 2024

Independent Shops to Explore in St Peter Port

The independent shops in St Peter Port are perfect for finding that special something, from gifts and souvenirs, to clothing, accessories, literature and more.

Guernsey has an array of unique boutiques that reflect the diverse talents across our islands. Whether you are looking for a keepsake of your visit, shopping for a loved one, or enjoying an afternoon of window-shopping, here are a few of our favourites to get you started.

Artisan Creations and Gifts

Cadeaux Guernsey Gift Shop

Next door to town church, this is the prime spot to find your island-themed souvenir. Showcasing local arts and crafts, prints, and Christmas decorations, it is a tribute to Guernsey’s artistic talents. They also stock gifts, toys, candles, and jewellery, so there is a little something for everyone.

Opening Times: 

Monday - Saturday: 9:00 - 17:00 | Sunday: 10:00 - 16:00

Eleven

Stocking a range of Guernsey-based products, including Guernsey tea, you’ll find this little boutique located in the Commercial Arcade. With unique gifts, including necklaces and cufflinks containing sand from Guernsey beaches, as well as cosy home accessories, you are sure to find a thoughtful gift.

Opening Times: 

Monday - Saturday: 9:00 - 17:30

The Guernsey Shop

To complete your island experience, treat yourself to an iconic Guernsey jumper from the Guernsey Shop, situated on the North Esplanade. Other mementos include unique clothing, gifts, mugs, keyrings, postcards, and artwork.

Opening Times: 

Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 17:00 

Iris & Dora’s Make and Made Community Crafthouse

Stocked only with Guernsey artisan products, Make and Made offers everything from fishing baskets and hand-thrown pottery to art, prints, cards, and locally-made jewellery.

For those looking to get involved in the crafting themselves, a variety of workshops, classes and collaborative projects are available. Try your hand at pottery painting, or get your pet’s paw prints taken for a heartfelt keepsake.

Opening Times: 

Monday - Friday: 9:30 - 16:30 | Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

Pretty Okay Candle Co

The place for candle-lovers, Pretty Okay Candle Co prides itself on beautiful, eco-friendly candles, made using a natural plant-based coconut wax blend and high-quality fragrance oils. 

Every candle is handmade by the company's founder, Claire, and are clean-burning, vegan, cruelty-free and plastic-free, with reusable jars that can be brought back for their refill service.

You can also turn your visit into an experience and book a workshop at their Candle Bar to make your own custom-scented candle.

Wink

Known for their beautiful window displays, Wink (situated in Le Pollet, right in the centre of St Peter Port's shopping area) is full of unique, one-of-a-kind jewellery from all over the world. They also have a sculpture and art gallery downstairs, as well as murals and painted signs. 

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 9:00 - 17:00

Clothing

Gwyneth & Grey

Loved locally for their carefully curated collection of distinctive and unique pieces, Gwyneth & Grey is a clothing and accessories boutique located further down Le Pollet. Their shop also offers a selection of homeware and beauty items including perfumed soaps, lotions and scented candles.

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

Inanna Boutique

If you’re looking to indulge in a new purchase for your wardrobe (including some lovely cosy cashmere pieces), add Inanna Boutique to your list.

Specialising in thoughtfully sourced clothes and accessories, including brands like Veja and Rails, their beautiful shop (also in Le Pollet) is well-worth a browse.

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 9:30 - 17:30

Land of Green Ginger

With fashion for men, women and children, Land of Green Ginger in the Market Place sells a range of clothing, homeware and gifts.

All of their products are sourced from sustainable brands and it is also one of the only places in the UK that stocks Patagonia.

For those looking for a thoughtful gift, why not pick up one of their East of Eden candles or diffusers?

Opening Times:

Monday - Friday: 9:15 - 17:30 | Saturday: 9:00 - 17:30

Mazzouk

Back in Le Pollet, Mazzouk is a bohemian clothing store that sources a range of goodies from Morocco, India, Turkey, Vietnam and Senegal. The store offers brightly coloured clothing to add to your wardrobe, as well as a wide selection of accessories such as bags, scarves, jewellery, laptop cases, hair accessories, water bottles and slippers. Homeware products are also available, including throws, cushions, garlands and pouffes.

Books

The Lexicon

For book lovers, The Lexicon (located on Le Pollet) is a delightful treasure trove. With popular crime, thriller, fantasy and romance reads, as well as unique children's books and seasonal stocking reads  there’s something for every reader. 

Lexicon also stock a range of travel guides and books about Guernsey if you are interested in local history, plus board games, art supplies, candles, cards, and stationery across the first and third floors.

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 9:00 - 17:00

Writer’s Block

Located in Commercial Arcade, this new bookshop showcases local authors and big names across a variety of genres, including fantasy, crime, historical fiction and more. Writer’s Block also hosts a variety of events like book launches, signings, readings, and ‘meet the author’ sessions. 

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

Lifestyle

Avant Garden + Home

What started as a small shop in Guernsey has now established a national and international online presence. Pop in to explore their fine cast bronze garden sculptures, interior furnishings, ornaments, wall art and more.

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 11:00 - 16:00

Evie and Me

On Market Street, this independent homeware and gift store helps you add that distinctive element to your home. With bespoke pieces of furniture and decorative accessories, their products come from small individual designers as well as larger brands. You will also find a selection of gifts, art and prints by local artists, making it an ideal spot to browse for that Guernsey souvenir.

Opening Times:

Monday - Friday: 9:30 - 17:00

Saturday: 10:00 - 17:00

The Hope Store

Run by Hope for a Child, this homeware store prioritises ethical and eco-conscious sourcing, with a focus on natural wellness. Located on the high street, they sell original artwork, candles, bags, glassware and more. Profits from the store are used to help families living in poverty in rural Malawi.

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 9:30 - 17:00

Indica

Enjoy the cosy and inviting atmosphere of this local family shop, based over two floors in Le Pollet, with beautiful views over the harbour. 

Browse their eclectic, handpicked selection of homeware, jewellery, fragrance products and gifts, as well as a beautiful selection of children’s toys - and be sure to keep an eye out for their range of mugs that feature various Guernsey locations.

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 9:30 - 16:45

Maison Lifestyle

Nestled in Commercial Arcade, Maison is centred around ‘the art of living well’, and is the perfect place to help you find those luxurious additions to your home. 

Spanning two floors, discover their array of chic, high quality home accessories, fragrance sets, clothing and gifts, as well as seasonal goodies and decor.

Opening Times:

Monday - Friday: 9:30am - 5pm | Saturday: 9am - 5pm

Plaisirs

A wellbeing and lifestyle store focused on providing indulgent products without compromising its ethical standards, Plaisirs offers the ultimate in luxury. Discover natural beauty and skincare products, organic bath and body gifts, fragrance sets, clothes, accessories and chocolate, all in line with their ethical, natural and organic principles. 

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 9am - 5:30pm

Victorian Shop

On Cornet Street, a short walk up from Town Church, you will find this shop located in a restored 18th century house. One of the oldest remaining complete buildings in the town’s medieval boundaries, enter a world of nostalgia and explore classic sweets, traditional toys, specialist teas and much more.

For history enthusiasts, don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a classic Victorian shop and parlour.

Opening Times:

Monday - Saturday: 11am - 5pm

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