Gifting Box
Help us spread Christmas cheer by giving a gift to someone in your local community who might otherwise go without
We’ve partnered with Salvation Army to delivery some festive cheer to those in need this Christmas. You can find our gifting box located next to Santa’s Grotto on the lower mall next to the escalators.
Getting involved is really easy:
1) Choose a category from below
2) Buy a gift – see our suggestions
3) Post the unwrapped gift in the giant gifting box (next to Santa’s Grotto) and we’ll do the rest
Gifting categories:
0 – 5 year olds – Cuddly Toys, Books, Dressing up kits, Wooden toys
5 – 12 year olds – Lego, Neuro-diverse toys i.e. Fidget Toys, Books, Family Board games
Teenagers – Sports socks, Rucksacks, Drinks bottles
Adults – Socks, Toiletries, Non-Perishable Foods, Books
Seniors – Hats, Scarves, Gloves, Jigsaws
No Electronics, No vouchers or Gift Cards,
No alcohol or alcohol related gifts please
Deadline for gifts is the 19th December to ensure they arrive for the big day
Please call 01733 311666 for larger donations or drop them into Djiboart on the lower ground floor by the escalators.
Countdown the days to Christmas with Queensgate Shopping Centre
I know what you are all thinking, Christmas talk already? You must be joking, it’s not even November yet. Well, for us it’s never too early to start talking about Christmas, especially when it comes to the best way to countdown to Christmas, advent calendars!
Advent calendars have come a long way from simple chocolate-filled versions – now, you can find everything from luxury beauty treats to gourmet goodies behind those tiny doors.
At Queensgate Shopping Centre, you’re in for a treat (literally!). Whether you’re shopping for yourself or a loved one, the centre offers an array of advent calendars from top brands.
Let’s explore some of the best ones you can find at Queensgate to make your countdown to Christmas even more magical!
BOOTS
1. Kinder Bueno Advent Calendar
When it comes to advent calendars, chocolate is always a crowd-pleaser, and the Kinder Bueno Advent Calendar takes it to the next level! If you’re a fan of Kinder’s creamy, hazelnut-filled delights, this advent calendar from boots will make your countdown to Christmas truly special.
Kinder Bueno Advent Calendar £11.00 Boots
2. A Little Something Advent Calendar
Boots have an array of advent calendars to offer, from budget friendly right up to the luxury branded ones. This “Little Something Advent Calendar” is just £30 and contains a variety of beauty treatments with everything from bath fizzers to hand cream.
This simple beauty advent calendar from boots it the perfect size advent calendar to get for your daughter. It allows them to have a little gift every day on the countdown to Christmas. Plus, if you are planning a little Christmas break getaway, they make the perfect sized minis for the airport.
A Little Something Advent Calendar £30.00 Boots
3. Benefit The Gorgeous Grocer Beauty Advent Calendar
If you’re a beauty lover looking to add some festive fun to your December, the Benefit “The Gorgeous Grocer” Beauty Advent Calendar is the perfect way to treat yourself this holiday season. Packed with Benefit’s iconic beauty products, this advent calendar offers a little surprise behind every door—turning your countdown to Christmas into a daily beauty treat.
Benefit The Gorgeous Grocer, £156.00 Boots
LUSH
1. Christmas Bathtime Favourites
This advent calendar is perfect because it offers festive relaxation with a variety of bath bombs like “Sweet Pudding” and “Shoot for the Stars”, each with unique scents and designs. It provides a daily pampering treat, making the holiday season more indulgent. The bath bombs are not only fun and visually appealing but also offer skin benefits, making this a thoughtful and self-care-focused gift option.
Christmas Bathtime Favourites £50.00 LUSH
2. 29 High Street Christmas Advent Calendar
If you’re a fan of handmade, natural beauty products, LUSH has something truly special for you. The 29 High Street Christmas Advent Calendar is the ultimate advent calendar for bath lovers. Their advent calendars are packed with delightful bath bombs, and bubble bars. Each product is beautifully scented and made with ethically sourced ingredients.
It’s perfect for turning your December evenings into relaxing, luxurious spa nights. All you need to complete those cold December events is a warm hot chocolate with cream and marshmallows to accompany you in the bath.
29 High Street Christmas Advent Calendar £130.00 LUSH
Hotel Chocolat
1. Up to Snow Good – Childrens Advent Calendar
The Up to Snow Good Children’s Advent Calendar is a delightful way for kids to count down to Christmas. It features 24 festive milk chocolates shaped like penguins, Santas, and snowmen, with one oversized chocolate surprise for Christmas Eve. Each day offers a sweet and whimsical treat, building excitement for the big day. The fun, seasonal shapes and creamy milk chocolate make it a perfect holiday gift that brings joy and anticipation to children throughout December.
Up to Snow Good | Children’s Advent Calendar £8.95 Hotel Chocolat
2.The Everything Advent Calandar
Chocolate lovers, rejoice! Hotel Chocolat’s advent calendars are filled with decadent, luxurious chocolates that are sure to make each day leading up to Christmas a little sweeter. From rich truffles to silky pralines, this advent calendar is a feast for the senses. Available in both milk and dark chocolate versions, it’s the perfect treat for chocoholics.
The Everything Advent Calendar £29.95 Hotel Chocolat
3. The Velvetiser Drinking Chocolate Advent Calendar
The Velvetiser Drinking Chocolate Advent Calendar is a luxurious way to savor the holiday season. Featuring 24 days of rich drinking chocolate, it offers a new selection of recipes to enjoy every day, including classic favourites like Salted Caramel and limited-edition flavours like Pecan Cinnamon Danish. Perfect for warming up cold winter nights, this advent calendar delivers indulgent moments with a different decadent flavour each day, making the countdown to Christmas cosy, comforting, and delicious.
The Velvetiser Drinking Chocolate Advent Calendar £50.00 Hotel Chocolat
Make your own personalised advent calendar
Create a magical and unique holiday experience this year by crafting your own personalised advent calendar with the Personalised Silver Santa Advent Calendar from Card Factory.
This beautifully designed calendar adds a special touch to the festive countdown, featuring 24 compartments ready to be filled with your choice of gifts, from small chocolates and treats to heartfelt notes or mini surprises.
Personalised Silver Santa Advent Calendar £16.99 Card Factory
Sostrene Grene:
Queensgate is excited to welcome the brand-new Sostrene Grene store, opening this autumn, just in time for the festive season! Known for its charming and creative homeware, the store will be a go-to destination for all things cosy and crafty. On their website, they have a special section on their website dedicated to creating your very own DIY advent calendars, encouraging customers to use items they already have at home. Whether it’s upcycling small boxes, toilet roll, or fabric pouches, this guide helps you craft something personal and unique without needing to buy everything new.
For those looking for a simpler option, the store also stocks a beautiful range of ready-made advent calendars, offering a stylish, reusable option to just fill with your choice of gifts. From mini treats and toys to thoughtful notes, you can pick the perfect surprises to make the countdown to Christmas truly special.
With so many exciting advent calendars available at Queensgate Shopping Centre, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re indulging in luxurious beauty products or savouring gourmet chocolates, the advent calendars at Queensgate offer a delightful way to make the countdown to Christmas extra special.
So why not visit Queensgate and grab an advent calendar (or two) to add some festive cheer to your home this season?
While you’re there, don’t miss the chance to meet the main man himself—Santa! Be sure to book your visit in advance to guarantee some one-on-one time with Santa, as his workshop with the elves gets very busy during the holidays.
Book to meet Santa and his elf’s today! https://www.queensgate-shopping.co.uk/events/meet-santa-at-queensgate/
