5 of the best places to buy Christmas presents this year from independent and small businesses in Newcastle

Christmas is a time for giving, and as well as giving to those you love, you can support small and independent local shops and services this winter.

These are some of the best small and independent shops in Newcastle where you can pick up some great presents for family and friends this festive season.

Newcstle Christmas Market

We believe this year’s Christmas Market is the city’s best for years, and there are plenty of opportunities to pick up gifts big and small for loved ones.

Running until Sunday, December 22, stalls around Grey’s Monument, Grey Street, Grainger Street and Old Eldon Square are full of stocking fillers for loved ones.

From chocolate and other sweet treats to environmentally friendly skincare, there will be something for everyone - and you can enjoy some amazing street food while you have a look around!

Local breweries

We all know someone who loves their beer and there is no better time of year to let loose with a drink if that’s your thing. This Christmas breweries across the city are offering beer boxes for those looking to gift some alcohol this festive season.

Two By Two Brewing are offering beer and merch in the build up to Christmas this year while Wylam Brewery is offering a special selection of Christmas selection boxes and gift sets this year.

Local coffee options

Know someone looking to lower their alcohol intake in the new year? Rather than bee why not get them some of the best coffee the city has to offer. Plenty of cafes are putting on deals in the build up to Christmas Day with many offering online ordering.

Our top picks come from Pink Lane Coffee which had everything from bags of coffee to machines grinders and everything else in between you’ll need for a perfect brew and Fika Coffee, who recently opened their first shop in the city centre, also have a huge amount of options to buy online.

Record shops

Vinyl records are hitting a peak for the first time since the 20th century and plenty of record shops across Newcastle are seeing the prosperity in physical music once again.

An afternoon out in the city centre can get you to a few shops which may have the elusive record your loved one has been in search for.

Reflex Records on Nun Street, Beatdown Records on Bewick Street and Westgate Road’s Vinyl Guru all have top options and can be visited in quick succession while Beyond Vinyl near Denton and Gateshead’s 586 Records are also great options.

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Gig tickets

Newcastle is well known for its thriving independent music scene with venues welcoming top acts from across the world to its venues each year.

2025 is no different and while the big names may be heading to the likes of the Utilita Arena, City Hall and Town Moor, more intimate shows from hugely impressive artists can be found at the likes of The Cluny and Boiler Shop.

Head through their respective listings and see what their loved ones would enjoy - you can’t go wrong with the gift of live music!