Welcome to the January 2026 Edition of Heritage Connect, the monthly product showcase for Heritage related giftware, products and services. Each month Heritage Connect keeps you up-to-date on both new and trusted ranges from key suppliers as well as all the latest products and services available to you. Our January edition features a host of great Gift, Bespoke Food, Stationery, Book, Ceramic, Jewellery, Souvenir, Homeware, Greeting Card and Print products that can help you make the most of your retail potential going forward. We also highlight Spring Fair, a stage where creativity, commerce, and community collide, taking place 1-4th February at the NEC in Birmingham. Keep an eye out for Bramble Foods (Stand 5B63), Half Moon Bay (Stand 4H20-J21) and DCUK (Stand 4C01) at the show.

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Spring Fair 2026 is a stage where creativity, commerce, and community collide. It celebrates the 'Masters of the Mix' - the retailers who curate the unexpected, the suppliers who spark what’s next, and the visionaries who turn stock into stories and shops into stages. 1-4th February NEC Birmingham.
w. Get your free ticket here

At Jackton Art & Gifts they create a piece of art based on your location and design a bespoke gift range. A family business, they offer quality gifts (all printed in the UK) celebrating unique destinations. Over 60,000 gifts sold by their customers in 2025. Visit their website to view the full collection or call today for further information.
t. 07917 701551 | w. Visit their website here
e. hello@jacktonart.com

The Bramble Foods Group is the market leader in bespoke foodie gifting. Choose from their extensive range of award-winning chutneys and preserves. Or for premium confectionery, try their chocolate truffles, creams and crisps. Made right here in the UK, available with your private label. Call today for further information.
t. 01858 461199 | w. Visit their website here
e. sales@bramblefoods.com

Half Moon Bay is a family-owned business with 25+ years of experience creating stationery, homewares and gifts designed to make people smile. Visit them at Spring Fair to discover their new 2026 ranges, from in-house favourites to exciting licensed collaborations. They can’t wait to meet you. Call today or visit stand 4H20-J21 at Spring Fair.
t. 01225 473873 | w. Visit their website here
e. sales@halfmoonbay.co.uk

Precision-crafted from aerospace-grade titanium, the Kaweco TITAN Sport delivers exceptional strength with featherlight balance. Its sleek grey finish resists corrosion, heat, and time itself. Elegant yet engineered, this 26-gram fountain pen offers interchangeable nibs and lifelong reliability. Contact Studio Pens to become a stockist.
t. 01423 815700 | w. Visit their website here
e. info@studiopens.com

Nosy Crow is a multi-award-winning publisher of child-friendly, parent-focused books for 0-12 year olds. From interactive books for babies and toddlers to craft and activity books that will keep little ones busy for hours, discover Nosy Crow’s incredible range today. Get in touch to find out more.
w. View their new catalogue here
e. sales@nosycrow.com

Clay Blanca Studios bring you timeless pieces and unique gifts, handcrafted in the heart of Yorkshire. Their celebrated Blue China range represents a blend of modern and traditional design. A fresh contemporary look, classic with a touch of elegance. Email today to become a stockist. 
w. Visit their website here
e. clayblancaceramics@gmail.com

Stocked in over 70 UK locations, Circle & Dash design and create colourful, unique jewellery from hand painted, printed and gilded papers. Their vibrant colourways and affordable pricing make mixing, matching and gifting simple and enjoyable. Lightweight, durable and comfortable for all occasions. View the full range on their website.
t. 07743 257750 |  w. View their website here
e. circleanddash@outlook.com

Take your pick from I Was Here Souvenirs' existing range of Medals, Key Rings, Magnets, Pin Badges, Woven Keyrings and Souvenir Coins or let them create your own design. New for 2026 is their Queen Elizabeth II Anniversary range. Visit their website, explore their range, and see how they can create unique products for your shop.
t. 0203 689 8686 | w. Visit their website here
e. info@iwasheresouvenirs.co.uk

Authentic Victorian Yorkstone coasters from The Stone Artisan. Reclaimed from Manchester's famous cobbles, each piece carries 150 years of history. Unique, luxury homeware preserving local heritage, perfect for high-end gifting and B2B branding. Inquire today for wholesale information.
t. 07955 414168 | w. Visit their website here
e. michael@thestoneartisan.co.uk

Ye Olde England is a modern heritage brand celebrating London’s 1561 Agas map through beautifully crafted English-made gifts, homewares, and ephemera. Blending Tudor wit with timeless charm, it reimagines the city’s past for today’s discerning traveller and nostalgic Londoner - authentic, artful, and unmistakably English. Call or email today.
t. 07976 327568 |  w. Visit their website here
e. info@yeoldeengland.com

Animal Crackers offers an extensive range of high-quality figurines, homewares and giftware - from timeless classics to fun, eye-catching novelties. Their diverse collection is designed to suit a wide variety of customer tastes, making it ideal for heritage gift shops. With competitive pricing and low MOQs they make it easy to stock gifts that delight.
t. 01772 654437 | w. Visit their website here
e. wholesale@animalcrackers.co.uk

Severnside Wholesalers Limited specialise in heritage related products, with an exclusive range of products in each of the designs shown. Also suppliers of Bigjigs, Britains Farm, Dad’s Army, Jigsaws, London Toy Co, Original Metal Sign Co, Oxford Diecast, Paddington Bear, Railway Bus Driver and the Pilot Bear families. Register today here.
w. Visit their website here
e. accounts@severnside.co

Onneke is a designer and illustrator based on the South Coast of England, inspired by the ever-changing landscapes around her and the British coastline. She uses her colourful, contemporary artwork to create high-quality cards, stationery and art prints that bring joy, calm and connection. Email Onneke today to become a stockist.
w. Visit their website here
e. onneke.studioshop@gmail.com

“The Runaway King” is the latest penguin study in the Wildlife Works series of hand-printed art by Lizzie Perkins. This is a 150mm Blank card available here along with many other penguin species, and each design has its Christmas equivalent. Email studio@lizzieprints.com or call 07546 208843 today for details.
t. 07546 208843 | w. Visit her website here
e. studio@lizzieprints.com or artmatters@talktalk.net

For over twenty years, The Original Wooden Duck Company (DCUK) has been passionate about helping people to smile every day, thanks to their incredibly popular collectable characters. Inspired by everyday charm, curiosity and imagination, the brand creates hand-carved, hand-painted bamboo ducks, each with its own unique personality.
t. 01803 866316 |  w. View their catalogue here
e. mail@dcuk.com

Field Studies Council is one of the UK’s leading publishers of wildlife identification guides, full of beautifully illustrated and annotated images. With more people valuing time outdoors for their wellbeing, these affordable options allow engagement with nature for everyone. 40% discount on RRP for trade, no minimum order. Email or call them today.
t. 01952 208910 | w. Visit their website here
e. publications@field-studies-council.org

The Luxe Living Collection, from Greenkey, is an artisan-inspired range of natural and sustainable rugs and cushions that elevate any space, with natural fibre options for indoor use, and a recycled collection for enhanced performance in outdoor settings. Artisan style meets sustainable comfort, ordered today, delivered tomorrow.
t. 01594 560200 | w. Visit their website here
e. sales@greenkey-garden.co.uk

Dates for your diary:

Dates for your diary is your definitive guide to trade shows that are taking place in the coming months. Many of the shows featured have workshops, seminars and talks which add to your show experience. For further information on any of the shows listed please visit their websites.