This Christmas 2025, make your friends and family feel extra special while supporting local businesses and charities at the same time – with SoGlos rounding up gorgeous Gloucestershire gift ideas from across the county.
Gloucestershire Christmas gift experiences
Christmas gifts from the Everyman Theatre
Christmas gift idea
Treat a theatre lover to a truly showstopping present this Christmas, with a gift voucher for the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham.
Providing the opportunity to see a performance of their choice live on stage, each gift voucher is a passport to some of the best theatre and live entertainment Gloucestershire has to offer. From light-hearted musicals and slapstick comedies to high-profile touring shows and even world-premieres, theatre fans in Gloucestershire get to see them all here first.
The theatre recommends a minimum voucher value of £85 to cover the cost of two of the best seats in the main auditorium for most shows – and each voucher is valid for two years from date of purchase.
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A much-loved theatre that’s been entertaining audiences since 1891, Cheltenham's Everyman is an architectural gem both inside and out. With the auditorium designed by prolific theatre architect Frank Matcham, the space has inspired performers for generations, making it a must-see for locals and visitors.
Where to buy
Visit everymantheatre.org.uk/everyman-gift-vouchers or visit the Everyman's box office.
Christmas gifts from Float in the Forest
Christmas gift idea
Give the gift of ultimate relaxation this Christmas, with a voucher offering the opportunity to drift into tranquillity at Float in the Forest in the picturesque Forest of Dean.
The experience involves floating on the surface of warm water saturated with 550kg of Epsom salt, which creates a level of buoyancy to alleviate all pressures on the body and make you feel totally weightless.
Whether used to deepen meditation; ease stress and pain; support sports rehabilitation and injury recovery; or simply to enjoy a unique and revitalising escape, floating offers a rare opportunity for both body and mind to unwind completely.
Each state-of-the-art float pod is housed within its own private sanctuary, complete with a personal shower, and while each floating session lasts for one hour, guests are encouraged to allow two in order to fully savour the experience by spending time in the relaxation lounge after the treatment.
Inspired by the temples of antiquity, the floating centre has been meticulously designed, with curated sound, lighting, fragrance and artwork that together produce subtle, restorative changes in the nervous system.
Choose from gift cards for one, three or two simultaneous floats – perfect for couples – with a big fluffy towel, natural toiletries, hairdryers and a complimentary cup of herbal tea all included.
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A Float in the Forest voucher is an ideal gift for a loved one in need of a genuine escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life – or simply a gentle nudge to step away from those ever-present screens.
In the soothing absence of life’s constant stimulation, the mind is free to drift into a state of deep peace and quiet...
Where to buy
A one float gift voucher costs £66; £180 for three floats; and £132 for two simultaneous floats.
Float in the Forest vouchers can be purchased as digital gift certificates or physical gift cards from floatintheforest.co.uk/gift-cards.
Christmas gift cards from Cowork & Country
Christmas gift idea
Give your hardworking friends or family members a great way to start the New Year with 'the gift of a better workday' by buying them a gift card for a Cowork & Country Signature Day at the five-star Ellenborough Park in Cheltenham.
This gift allows your loved one to spend a day working in luxurious surroundings, with thoughtfully designed work areas and views across 90 acres of picturesque parkland. Breakfast pastries and barista coffee are included, as is a seasonal buffet lunch.
Promising 'concierge-level service and enterprise-grade tech', it's ideal for entrepreneurs, independent business founders and owners; with days that are designed to provide focus, calm and meaningful connections with likeminded professionals.
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If one day isn't enough, Cowork & Country offers a variety of membership options from £50.
Co-workers can choose to go all-in with a full membership that provides up to eight full work days a month and priority booking; or keep it casual with one Signature Day a month, depending on what suits.
Where to buy
To buy a Signature Day gift card, visit coworkandcountry.co.uk.
A digital gift card will be delivered via email after purchase.
Gloucestershire Christmas gift memberships
Christmas gifts from Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum
Christmas gift idea
A Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum membership is a wonderful year-round Christmas gift for any outdoorsy person, with the famous Westonbirt Arboretum being home to a world-class tree collection, beautiful spring florals and spectacular autumn colour.
Costing £49 for single membership (with a £32 option for young people aged 18 to 25) and £92 for joint membership, treat your loved ones to a host of benefits, including:
- Free entry into Westonbirt Arboretum to enjoy every season
- Free entry for up to four children or grandchildren
- 10 per cent off at the Westonbirt shop, which stocks everything from hand-crafted homewares to luxury skincare – and even dog treats and accessories
- Early bird booking for Forest Live concerts and Christmas at Westonbirt, plus free event parking for one car
Plus, why not ditch the cliche Christmas card and send your season's greetings along with an entire digital acre of the arboretum, with the option to Support a Square of Westonbirt Arboretum for £25 a year – a great Christmas gift for anyone who cherishes a particular part of the arboretum.
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If you're at the arboretum in the lead up to Christmas, Westonbirt Shop is a great place to pick up gifts for your loved ones – with all profits being used to support the vital work of Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum to conserve and protect the world-renowned collection of trees.
With souvenirs, books and toys, local produce, handmade crafts and homeware, gifts for gardeners and things for your pets, you're sure to find something for everyone!
Where to buy
Visit fowa.org.uk/join-support/membership/gift-a-membership.
Annual membership gifts from Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Christmas gift idea
Treat wildlife lovers to a real feelgood gift this Christmas, with a year-long membership to WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre.
Giving members unlimited entry to Slimbridge for a whole year – as well as access to the other nine WWT sites, an exclusive welcome pack and access to exclusive online events – an individual adult membership costs from £54, while prices start at £81 for a joint membership and £87 for a family membership, per year.
Gift givers will be supporting a great cause, too, as proceeds from the membership programme help the WWT to fund crucial projects at Slimbridge and its other wetland centres, maintaining habitats for the return of beautiful winter birds such as geese, golden plover and Bewick’s swans.
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Slimbridge offers a wide array of activities to take part in to enhance each and every visit. There's daily talks and tours; wild bird feeds; and experiences such as the Arctic Adventure, where you can dress up as an Arctic researcher and investigate with binoculars, telescopes and microscopes in the Tundra hut.
Not to mention canoe safaris and the chance to extend visits in the new Warblers' Meadow shepherd's huts – so you can truly immerse yourself in the surrounding wildlife!
Where to buy
Visit wwt.org.uk/membership to purchase a gift membership or wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge for more information on experiences, activities and overnight stays.
Gloucestershire Christmas gifts for pets
Christmas gifts from Cheltenham Animal Shelter
Christmas gift idea
For a heart-warming treat that's not just for Christmas, give yourself or an animal lover the gift of sponsoring a pet pen at Cheltenham Animal Shelter.
The shelter, based on Gardners Lane, helps hundreds of pets each year, taking in abandoned, rehomed or mistreated dogs, cats and small animals.
Each sponsorship helps towards the cost of providing everything a pet needs, including cosy bedding, food, toys and veterinary care – all helping to make the shelter's furry friends in need feel safe, comfortable and loved during their stay.
A thoughtful present that lasts a whole year, you can choose if you want to sponsor a dog, cat or small animal pen – and sponsors will receive regular updates on their animals, as well as a welcome pack, photo, personalised thank you certificate and the shelter's newsletter.
The sponsorship can be given either as a recurring gift for £5 per month or purchased for 12 months as a single one-off payment of £60, perfect for yourself, a family member or a friend!
Cheltenham Animal Shelter also sells Christmas cards and a range of toys for pets in its shop, too.
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Businesses can also sponsor pet pens too – for £120 per year they will receive all of the above plus their company logo and website link on the charity's corporate partnerships page.
Where to buy
Visit gawa.org.uk/sponsor-a-pet-pen or pop into the Cheltenham Animal Shelter reception on Gardners Lane.
Christmas gifts from Cotswold RAW
Christmas gift idea
Cotswold RAW is playing Santa Paws once again this Christmas, with its range of nutritious raw food and treats giving dogs something to celebrate – and this gifting season, the spotlight is on its exciting new range of British treats!
Made using 100 per cent British meat, the range of air-dried treats are packed full of flavour, with no fillers, grain or artificial additives; so they're not only delicious but good for tummies, too.
Working closely with its veterinary and nutritional consultant to produce delicious raw food for dogs, Cotswold RAW's Duck Trainers – bitesize morsels packed with duck meat – are paw-fect for training as they offer a high value, tasty reward for pooches on their best behaviour.
The collection also features bags packed with bites, strips, sticks and jerky, made with duck, chicken or turkey.
And owners can enhance their pet's diet with Cotswold RAW's extensive range of raw dog and cat food, as well as meaty bones, dried treats and puppy food.
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If you're still hoping to transition your dog to raw food, Cotswold RAW's duck collection also features a unique duck crumble; a favourite even amongst the fussiest of pups!
Created with 100% British duck, the crumble adds a flavour burst to meals, meaning dogs can receive all the nutrients of premium raw food and enjoy every mouthful.
Where to buy
Visit cotswoldraw.com.
Gloucestershire Christmas gifts for art lovers
Locally made Christmas gifts from Art Union
Christmas gift idea
Find affordable and original Christmas gifts galore at Art Union in Cheltenham, from the quirky to the classic — with products created by many local artists from Gloucestershire and surrounding areas.
With over 100 pieces in stock, browse unique artwork to suit all tastes, from Cotswold scenes to contemporary acrylic and oil abstract paintings; ceramics and sculpture; prints; gifts; Cheltenham souvenirs; seasonal greetings cards; and more.
Art Union is also hosting a Christmas party on Saturday 6 December 2025 from 6.30 to 9.00 pm and will be open for late night shopping on selected Thursdays in the run up to the big day.
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No matter your budget, Art Union has something to suit all pockets, with prices ranging from £1 to £1,000.
Where to buy
Art Union's collection can be browsed in-person at the shop on Winchcombe Street, as well as online via artunion.uk.
Christmas gifts from The Fairview Gardener
Christmas gift idea
If you have a green-fingered friend or family member, why not surprise them with a gift voucher for Gloucester's award-winning garden centre, The Fairview Gardener, this Christmas?
These thoughtful vouchers can be used to purchase a wide selection of tools, potted arrangements, seeds and bulbs to help keep the garden in pristine shape.
They can also be exchanged for a delightful afternoon tea at The Tea Room or to buy clothing such as wellies or scarves for keeping snug through the winter months, as well as unique items from independent brand, Raft Clothing.
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The Fairview Gardener's gift shop offers a brilliant selection of handpicked items for loved ones, including pictures, seasonal gifts, artisan crafters' work – such as the Longhope-based Bear Necessity – along with brands like Grand Illusions and Gisela Graham and other unique presents.
Where to buy
Visit fairviewgardener.co.uk or visit the store in person.
