Our Story

The Local’s story began on a steam train to nowhere, when Brittany and Tommy found themselves daydreaming about the things they love most: food, culture, and community. Across the UK, incredible makers—craft brewers, chocolatiers, cheesemongers, and artisans—pour their hearts into their craft, yet their work is too often enjoyed only close to home. We set out to change that.

As a husband-and-wife team, we created The Local to connect people with authentic regional culture. Every gift box we curate brings together the very best food, drink, and lifestyle products, carefully chosen for their quality, story, and sense of place.

Our mission is simple: to make it easy to discover, share, and gift these treasures, while supporting the small businesses and communities that bring them to life. From beautifully designed one-off boxes to seasonal subscriptions, The Local delivers nationwide—always sustainably, always thoughtfully.

This isn’t just gifting. It’s giving back. Every box champions the craft of independent UK producers and keeps their stories alive.

Join us in celebrating the best of British culture—one gift at a time.

What makes us different?

Purpose

Each box is a curated journey through Britain’s best makers—premium products crafted with passion and purpose.

All about the makers

Every item comes with a story, connecting you to the people and places behind it.

Sustainability baked in

We deliver nationwide, with sustainability baked into everything we do—from recycled packaging to ethical sourcing.

Meaningful gifting

Whether it’s a one-off gift, a quarterly subscription, or a seasonal surprise, we make gifting memorable, meaningful, and modern.

Discover the best of local