It’s the most wonderful time of the year…
This Christmas time, why not #ShopSmall? We’ve put together a list of thoughtful gift ideas from Latitude regulars, many of whom need our support at this time of year. So if you’re struggling for last minute gift ideas, look no further!
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Luke Wright’s ‘Lockdown Dandy’ – Did you miss poet Luke Wright’s daily (!) lockdown performances? Or just want to relive the gigs? You can now buy them on DVD.
‘Hamnet’ by Maggie O’Farrell – This profound fictional account of Shakespeare’s son won the Women’s Prize For Fiction 2020. The perfect gift for a book lover.
Bristol Old Vic Season Pass – Treat the theatre fan in your life with this at-home season pass. It’ll give them access to 5 different Bristol Vic productions, including ‘A Christmas Carol’, on demand!
‘Nine Lessons and Carols’ – Robin Ince’s annual ‘Nine Lessons and Carols for Curious People’ charity show will be taking place online this Saturday. Why not tune in on Sunday and support the production via Crowdfunder?
‘Brilliant, Brilliant, Brilliant Brilliant Brilliant’ – Joel Golby’s hilarious and moving book is just the thing to get you through the holidays.
‘Live At The Smokehouse’ – Support local Suffolk venue The Smokehouse by picking up a copy of this live album.
Art
Willow Phoenix – Beautiful hand made willow baskets and other gifts from crafter Emma Phoenix.
Christmas Craft Gift Pack – The wonderful people who run Weaving Wonders in the Kids Area have put together this special gift pack for children to make their own crafts at home.
Art Course – Samantha Barnes is delivering an art course in January for those “who would like to start making art but have no idea how”. The course is completely free but there is a voluntary donation to Families In Need in Ipswich.
Plus, if you’re looking for something to keep the kids entertained during the break, look no further than Woodcraft Folk. They’ve been coming to Latitude since our first year, and they’ve got a whole host of FREE educational activities on their website.
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Snow Patrol poster – This beautiful print celebrating 25 years of Snow Patrol’s album ‘Final Straw’ would make a great gift for a fan of the band.
Bastille jigsaw puzzle – Forget Monopoly, get the family together to put together this fantastic Bastille puzzle.
Lewis Capaldi pin – This ‘Vote For Lewis’ pin would make an ideal stocking stuffer for a fan!
We Make Events – Buy a hat, shirt, hoodie or other gift and your money will go to support We Make Events. This organisation are helping to support everyone who works in the live events industry during the Covid pandemic.
Latitude – If you’re wanting to represent your favourite festival under the Christmas tree, check out our merch store for a range of festive Latitude goods.
