The market town of Thrapston boasts an
array of independent shops, cafés and
businesses with old-fashioned service
and a warm welcome. With late openings
for present shopping and Christmas Lights
Festival, make sure you visit this season.

Davis Optometrists are a family run business
who can offer you the perfect mix of state-ofthe-
art eye care technology with a traditional
service, stocking a full range of quality eye
wear, branded spectacle lenses, eye care
accessories and a comprehensive choice of
contact lenses. The friendly team are always
available for help, advice, or even an overhaul
and polish of your glasses. Pop in for a quick
tour of the newly expanded premises and a
complimentary drink!

Flair Hair Design is a long-established hair
salon in Thrapston. Flair offers a full range
of hair care services to women, men and
children. Visit Hayley and her friendly team
for Christmas gifts such as ghd’s, L’Oréal hair
care, Tangle Teezers and Moroccanoil.

Florae Foray, a workshop-based artisan florist
offers bespoke floral arrangements for your
home, including luxury door wreaths, table
centrepieces, swags and garlands for your
staircase and mantle piece. Gift vouchers can
be purchased from Hilly Horton Home for their
seasonal workshops which take place in the
relaxing studio space throughout the year.
Funky Lil’ Feet stocks such a vast range of
classic and continental shoes to fit the smallest
baby feet up to adult size 9. Funky stocks
shoes from Start-rite, Geox, Vans, Babybotte,
Dr Martens and Petasil to name a few, plus
Joules for children.

Frocks, sells a range of dresses and outfits
ideal for parties, proms, balls and weddings.
The mother-of-the-bride collection is unique
in the region, and the range of accessories
like bags, hats, cover-ups and jewellery make
wonderful gifts.

From furniture to festive
decorations, Hilly Horton
Home will be crammed
with beautiful items for
the Christmas Season. Hilly & Sarah have
sourced some unique and desirable goodies!
There will be an exciting mix of locally crafted
products together with design-led gifts, and
look out for limited edition items and a huge
selection of textiles and accessories for the
perfect Christmas home.

Celebrating ten years on Thrapston High
Street, Inspired Interiors is the destination
for bespoke curtains and blinds, with oodles
of choice from brands such as Voyage, Jane
Churchill, Sanderson and many more. Design
led gifts from Voyage, Bentley and Bo, teamed
with a Christmas wonderland of decorations
make a visit to this shop a must.

Jollys Toys & Games is a magical emporium
filled with gifts for babies and children of all
ages. This year’s favourites include: Tenzi
- a fast and fun dice game which is easy to
learn and great for all the family at £11, and
Cinematic Lightbox - one of the must-have
gifts this season! Create messages using the
cinema-style letters and symbols, change as
often as you like and light up the box in A4
(£25) or A5 (£20) sizes complete with letters,
LED bulbs and a USB adaptor.

Primrose Gallery is the latest newcomer on
the High Street, featuring artwork, ceramics,
sculptures, frames and glassware. You will
find original gifts from as little as £50. Please
see page 36 for a full feature on the latest
mixed show.

Thursday 24th November until 8pm.
Many shops will be open until 6pm every
Thursday running up to Christmas.
Saturday 26th November
3.30-6.30pm
Lights Switch On at 6pm.

 

Christmas in Thrapston

Christmas in Thrapston