We all know Christmas is going to be a bit different this year but, when Londoners are faced with challenges, we get through it together.
London’s beloved arts, creative and cultural businesses have been badly hit by the effects of the pandemic and they need our support now more than ever.
That’s why we’ve pulled together a guide of great gifts that go directly to supporting some of London’s amazing arts and cultural organisations and creative business.
You can help to give back as well as buy something special for your loved ones.
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British Film Institute shop
What do you get that frustrated film fan in your family? How about some Shining socks or a Die Hard scarf?
Find more great gift ideas and help the BFI to support film heritage and education.
Cockpit Arts Market
Cockpit Arts, one of London’s leading studios for contemporary makers and an award winning social enterprise, has (virtually) opened its doors to showcase over 150 makers, presenting exclusive items and experiences available nowhere else.
Craftivist Collective Handbook
Help to crowd fund for this beautiful, hardback book of 20 craftivism projects, supporting professional craft makers and personal well being through creative craft making.
Cultural Enterprises Trade Show
This is a great directory signposting to different creative enterprises selling books, toys, clothes, gifts, home ware and more.
DIY Art Market
A go-to-destination to pick up unique artwork on a budget. DIY Art Market gives you the opportunity to contact and purchase directly from a diverse community of London artists, and independent publishers.
Heart n Soul
Heart n Soul is an award-winning creative arts charity based in Lewisham, with an online shop showcasing original art, clothing, masks and music made by people with learning disabilities.
London Transport Museum shop
A world famous collection of iconic TfL posters, Tube merchandise, gifts and souvenirs. All proceeds go to support the museum’s wide range of public services and charitable commitments.
Made by Tottenham
As part of the Mayor’s Creative Enterprise Zones, this very snazzy website shows off the talents of Tottenham creatives, many of whom are selling original and exciting gifts.
Made in Arts London
Set up by two former students from University of the Arts London, this website allows you to support London's future creatives and buy exclusive artworks designed and created by London art students and recent graduates.
Museum of Youth Culture
The former Youth Club photography archive has set out to champion the impact of youth on modern society, and just opened a new gallery and shop near Carnaby Street.
They also have a brilliant online shop with posters, clothing, books, zines and more made at high quality, eco-friendly standards. All going towards helping make history by opening the world’s first museum dedicated to young people here in London.
Not on the West End
A curated directory of small independent businesses set up during lockdown by people who usually makes their living from working in London theatre. There’s a great selection of gifts bundled for art lovers, adventurers, fashion friends as well as kids & babies.
Pay It Forward
Why not support your local business this Christmas?
Check out our crowd funder to help protect our artist studios, creative spaces, grass root music venues and more.
Plinth
A collection of unique artist products and limited editions from the world's leading contemporary artists, including a lovely line of gifts recent Fourth Plinth artists David Shrigley and Michael Rakowitz.
We Built This City
Showcases original art, gifts and souvenirs, from Bowie face masks, London music maps to intimidating looking model pigeons. All made by some of London’s most exciting artists and creatives.