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Knaresborough, perched above the River Nidd, is a historic North Yorkshire town with a lively food scene. Independent food shops and markets offer Yorkshire eggs, cheese and vegetables. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer [...]
Ambleside, in the Lake District, is a bustling town popular with walkers and food lovers. Independent food shops, cafés and markets serve regional favourites including Cumberland sausage, local cheeses and chutneys. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in [...]
Lechlade, on the edge of Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, is a Thames-side town with a small but lively food scene. It supports farm shops, bakers and cafés, and nearby farms provide fresh produce and meat. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade [...]
Bray is a small Berkshire village with a huge reputation for fine dining, home to two of the UK’s most famous Michelin-starred restaurants. Despite its size, Bray has a strong local food identity, and nearby farm shops and delis serve high-quality ingredients from the Thames Valley. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box [...]
Malmesbury is England’s oldest borough, sitting on a hilltop in Wiltshire. Known for its abbey and medieval streets, it also boasts a good selection of local food shops. The surrounding countryside is known for its lamb, cheese and artisan baking. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with [...]
Charmouth is a quiet coastal village in Dorset, popular with fossil hunters. Its small high street includes local food outlets, and nearby producers offer West Country cheeses, cider and fresh vegetables. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in [...]
Chicken and broccoli bake is a comforting dish that has earned its place in many British homes. With its roots in classic casserole cooking, this dish combines tender chicken with vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a creamy sauce and topped with a golden layer of cheese. It’s perfect for a [...]
Thirsk, famously linked to vet James Herriot, is a North Yorkshire market town with strong agricultural roots. Its markets and shops offer local meats, cheeses, and fresh produce from surrounding farms. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in [...]
Ingleton, in the Yorkshire Dales, is known for its waterfalls and walking trails. Local shops and cafés highlight produce from nearby farms, including lamb, cheese and baked treats. Introducing Handpicked Wine Box We’re an independent, family-run business with over 25 years of wine trade experience. Based in Northamptonshire, we offer [...]
When you want to send an overseas gift to the UK for friends and loved ones, there is much to consider and Sending a gift directly from Eswatini to the UK can be fraught with difficulties and unexpected costs. A friend of ours recently received a very generous anniversary gift [...]