The Made in Devon scheme is a fantastic way to discover local businesses and products. From handmade crafts and artisanal foods to bespoke furniture and fashion, there is something for everyone when you shop local in Devon. Our thorough approval process guarantees the authenticity of these Devon-based local businesses, as they actively support one another. Plus, they have obtained Trading Standards approval, providing you with the utmost confidence in their commitment to exceptional customer service and compliance. Many of our local Devon businesses are also dedicated to being environmentally conscious, actively seeking to reduce their environmental impact. By choosing to support and shop local, you can be confident that you are making a positive impact on your community and the planet. Take a look at our local business’ below:
Providing a range of services including IT consultancy and IT Security, computer support, laptop support and computer repairs, graphic design and branding, digital printing services, bespoke printing and business telecoms including FTTP and VoIP Solutions.
Adopstar is a trailblazer in the world of ad ops and marketing. Our team has the knowledge and experience to get your brand’s message out through ad operations, social media, web projects, creative concepts and more. Let’s talk about how we can help you get your brand online
Alison is a ceramic artist working from her studio space in Totnes. Her practice combines poetry, paintings and 3D ceramics and captures the interactions between people and landscape. The intention of her work is to celebrate the special qualities and distinctive characteristics of the Devon shoreline, foreshores, estuaries and moors.
Located in the beautiful South Hams, Izach makes a range of unique, practical and decorative pieces, as well as remembrance paperweights. In our small garden studio you can also experience glass blowing for yourself. If you are looking for that special gift or simply want to treat yourself, why not check out Fire Work and let us know if you want to visit the studio, you can be assured of a very warm welcome.
Whether a school, sports club, leisure centre or public play area, we offer the full service from initial inspection, pre-cleaning with surface preparation and full colour coating together with court markings, utilising a colourful, slip-resistant coating. Your sports area will look fabulous and provide many years of safer enjoyment.
Tired of rotting timber furniture? DCW offers hardy recycled furniture products with a 25-year guarantee. The range includes picnic benches, dining sets, park benches, wheelchair access picnic sets, dog agility and children’s play equipment, fencing and decking. Made from recycled plastic, products are durable, long-lasting and will never require painting or treating. What’s more, you will be helping the environment too as for every furniture product sold, DCW plants one tree in Devon.
Exe Chocolate is made from scratch – from bean-to-bar, using outstanding and ethically sourced cacao and Devon grown and made inclusions. Not just any old chocolate. All of their products are packaged in biodegradable pouches, and taste incredible!
Putnams is an award winning business based in Devon on a mission to bring comfort solutions to the world. Their handmade product range includes pillows, mattress toppers, duvets and more.
Stone’s Honey is a family-run business located deep in the Devon countryside. We produce and supply a range of premium quality, artisan Devon honeys. Our honey is completely natural, with nothing added and nothing taken away meaning that it retains all of the natural benefits, whilst also offering a great taste experience.
The Sign Maker is your go-to expert for bespoke signs and memorials, offering exceptional craftsmanship and options to fit any budget. From their main studio in North Devon, they specialise in creating personalised designs, including house signs, nameplates, door numbers, and memorial plaques.
We sell a wide range of great quality, handmade products on behalf of local artists. We also run art & craft workshops for adults and children in our spacious creative area. As well as providing thoughtful gifts and beautiful home decor, we sell craft kits and souvenirs.
With 240 years of history, we are proud to offer everything, from Design to Print and Print to mailing. Our Devon based facility uses the latest technology to produce beautiful print at the lowest prices. brandhub360 removes the hassle of ordering day to day print, ask us for a demonstration.
Devon with Kids is an independent website sharing family-friendly things to do and recommended places to visit around the county. In 2021, it launched a series of colouring books that double as a children’s guide that they can use as they explore and keep as a souvenir.
We create personalised, high-quality products ranging from rustic furniture with bespoke and custom designs to signage and a range of wedding sign packages. All are made with ethically sourced wood and built to last. Our signage is carved for a longer-lasting, more traditional feel, which is different to laser engraving.
Discover new skills with pottery classes at The Clay Yard, set in the beautiful river-side location of Steamer Quay in Totnes. The bright, clean and airy space provides a friendly welcome to friends, families, business teams and individuals hoping to find their creativity with clay. Pottery classes, experiences and private bookings for up to 16 people.
Hi, I am Tiff founder and owner of Springers Cottage Soaps. I live nestled between Dartmoor and Exmoor in the little hamlet of Eggesford, where I make small batch artisan soaps, salt spa bars and shampoo bars. In an age where our environment and planet matters more than ever our ethos is simple “Be kind to our planet, be kind to your skin.”
BigDStudios is an award winning private studio producing high quality musical works for all sorts of projects from low budget online productions to Hollywood film promotion. We also offer voice-over, narration, and audiobook recording, show-reel and demo recording, music mixing, and post-production services for film. We also cater for singers looking to record for special occasions or just for fun and offer a relaxed atmosphere to record in, especially important for those new to recording at this level.
Black Swan Printers is a long established company based in Dawlish that prides itself on producing consistently high-quality litho and digital print using the latest presses, delivered with first class results and customer satisfaction.
Bee Revival Kit Keyring by Paul & Ed from ISCA Brands. Wildlife Gifts To Help Bees & Pollinators. Your Bee Revival Keyring contains a special syrup specifically designed to help tired, thirsty bees. Each bee rescue kit comes attached to our revolutionary plantable packaging which grows real Wildflowers when planted.
Bay & Moor is a custom, laser engraving, cutting, marking and design service using the latest laser technology to cut or engrave a wide variety of materials. Tailored to your needs for companies or individuals, one-off products large or small production runs. For branding, point-of-sale, prototypes and personalisation. Laser is fast, cost effective and environmentally friendly, only using light to produce fantastic effects and finishes. We work with some fantastic companies across a diverse range of industries.
At Devon Cove we create award-winning Cove Vodka and Liqueurs using King Edward potatoes, lovingly grown on our family farm overlooking Hope Cove in Devon. Our copper pot, single distilled vodka is handcrafted in an artisan distillery, made only from the finest ingredients, to ensure its smooth, luxurious taste. Visit our shop and Tasting Room in Kingsbridge and browse our range of vodka, liqueurs, oak-aged golden rum, cocktail kits and gifts boxes. Or join us for a delicious cocktail on Saturdays from 7-10pm.
Sails and Canvas is the recycled sail company…saving sails from landfill and reusing the cloth to handcraft nautically inspired lifestyle products, each retaining the essence of the sail and its ocean adventures. Handcrafted bags, accessories for the beach, home and garden with fresh designs and quality nautical features. Sustainable and locally made: Sailed – Saved – Sewn.
Locally made gifts people will love to use. I make soaps, shampoo, and facial oils that are for either men or women. I use ingredients that are as locally sourced as possible and create products to make you feel nourished and invigorated – drawing upon my PhD in chemistry and love of the ocean.
The Frenchman Spearfishing offers high-quality gear, expert guidance, and training for spearfishing enthusiasts of all levels. Based in Devon, they specialise in sustainable fishing practices, providing equipment, workshops, and tailored advice to help you explore the underwater world responsibly and effectively.
LittlePod’s responsibly-sourced product range includes our innovative easy-to-use natural vanilla paste and organic vanilla pods, as well as our extracts of vanilla, coffee and chocolate. These ingredients not only support each other in the rainforest, but are also perfect flavour partners in the kitchen.
Nature’s offering in terms of availability, quantity & quality of apples, natural sugar content, temperature & air pressure for fermenting changes year on year, even weekly, but at Ventons Devon Cyder we have learned that part of the art of cider making is to work with nature and to make the best of what it has to offer at the time, not only each year, but on each press & beyond.
Shop Local
It not only supports small and independent businesses but also helps to reduce our carbon footprint by reducing the need for long-distance shipping. Buying from local businesses ensures that your money stays in the local community, supporting local jobs and services. By choosing to shop local, you are investing in the future of Devon and helping to sustain the unique character and heritage of this beautiful county.
So, what are you waiting for? Join the Made in Devon movement, shop local and discover the joys of Devon grown businesses. By supporting local businesses, we can all help to build a stronger, more sustainable and more vibrant Devon.
