Detail Retail

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Your Destination for Unique Gifts & Crafts in Ambleside

Detail Retail is a family-run shop nestled in the heart of the Lake District, offering a carefully curated collection of gifts, crafts, and local artistry. Established to celebrate the region's charm, we pride ourselves on supporting local artisans and providing unique products ranging from handmade stationery to thoughtfully sourced children's gifts. Our Ambleside location serves as a treasure trove for both locals and visitors seeking distinctive home decor, art supplies, and specialty items.

With a focus on quality and authenticity, we ensure every product reflects the natural beauty and creativity of the Lake District. Our commitment to exceptional customer service and community engagement has made us a beloved destination for those seeking meaningful, handcrafted gifts.

Services

Handmade Gifts Art Supplies Children's Products Stationery Christmas Decorations Local Artwork Craft Kits Home Accessories Jewellery Books & Cards

Highlights and features

We offer over a decade of experience curating Lake District-inspired gifts.
Our team supports local artisans and showcases regional craftsmanship.
We provide a carefully selected range of unique, handcrafted products.
Our shop features exclusive items unavailable elsewhere in the region.
We deliver exceptional customer service with deep local market knowledge.

What people say

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Handmade Gifts

Detail Retail curates a diverse range of handmade gifts crafted by UK artisans. These unique items include ceramics, textiles, and decorative pieces that showcase British creativity. Each product is carefully selected to ensure quality and originality, making them perfect for special occasions.

Art Supplies

We stock professional-grade art supplies including Derwent pencils and Inktense products. Our selection caters to both amateur and professional artists, featuring sketchpads, paints, and specialty tools. All materials are sourced from reputable brands to support artistic excellence.

Children's Products

Our children's section features educational toys, soft toys, and craft kits designed to inspire creativity. Products include handmade playdough, wooden puzzles, and storybooks that combine fun with developmental benefits. Every item meets strict safety standards for child-friendly use.

Stationery

Detail Retail offers premium stationery including notebooks, greeting cards, and writing instruments. Our collection combines practicality with artistic design, featuring both local and international brands. Products cater to journaling, correspondence, and creative writing needs.

Christmas Decorations

We provide unique Christmas decorations including handmade advent calendars and festive ornaments. Our seasonal collection features both traditional and contemporary designs, focusing on quality materials and distinctive craftsmanship for holiday celebrations.

Questions

What types of products does Detail Retail Retail offer?

We specialise in handmade gifts, local artwork, stationery, children's products, and Christmas decorations sourced from UK artisans.

Do you stock products from local Lake District creators?

Yes, we prioritise supporting local artisans and feature many products specifically inspired by the Lake District region.

Can I purchase items online?

Yes, our website offers full online ordering with delivery options for most products available in our Ambleside store.

Are gift wrapping services available?

We provide complimentary gift wrapping using eco-friendly materials for all purchases made in our physical store.

Do you offer returns or exchanges?

Unopened items may be returned within 14 days of purchase with receipt for exchange or store credit.

Is there parking available near your Ambleside store?

Ambleside town centre has several public car parks within a 5-minute walk of our Market Place location.

Reviews (6)

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Lucy Cox

Nov 08, 2021 Report

Great little shop and efficient online service. Pictures arrived quickly, well packaged with a lovely hand written note. Need more stock online as I may have purchased additional items.

Sumit

Jul 27, 2021 Report

Great selection but dont go with kids as the owner has little patience with kids- odd for a place that sells kids books and toys. Shame as we rushed out as soon as we could after buying one book.
Update: Thanks for the owners response. I appreciate you taking the time to respond. You say ita a shame as to why I didnt indicate my dissatisfaction when talking to you directly. I actually didnt talk to you directly because I was unhappy with your tone, and out of courtesy, paid for the item our kid had selected and walked out as fast as we could. I understand the covid point but kids

Rebecca Johns

Dec 12, 2020 Report

Great service especially at this very busy time of year my order was with me within a couple of days. Thank you so much. Merry Christmas to Detail Retail.

Lisa Mason

Nov 17, 2020 Report

Super fast delivery and really helpful when I messaged in lockdown. Love being able to shop at local shops.

Naomi Elliott

Aug 08, 2020 Report

Nice to visit the lakes again and pop into one of my favourite shops in Ambleside last week. Can always find something I want in this shop. This time it was a jigsaw the staff recommended and it’s now completed 😄

Ian Price

Jul 05, 2020 Report

Fantastic shop and even better staff! We regretted not buying something when we were visiting the area and a quick message to the shop and it was in the post same day, wonderful service! They stock lots of unique items from independent and small businesses so you're bound to find something you might not easily find somewhere else. Can't recommend this shop enough.