An independent gift and homeware shop in the heart of Aberystwyth. Unique candles, jewellery, greeting cards and Welsh artisan products — thoughtfully chosen for every special occasion.
From handpoured soy candles to fine silver jewellery — browse our carefully curated collection of gifts and homewares for every taste and budget.
Abbaloos began as a simple idea: bring together the most beautiful, thoughtfully made gifts and homewares from across Wales and beyond, and offer them to the wonderful community of Aberystwyth.
Over the years we have built relationships with dozens of Welsh makers, artists and small-batch producers. Every item on our shelves has been chosen by hand — not from a catalogue, but because we genuinely love it and believe you will too.
Whether you are searching for a birthday gift, a wedding present, a housewarming token, or simply something to brighten your own home, you will find it here. Come in, browse, and let us help you find exactly the right thing.
Family-owned and proudly independent since day one.
Every product hand-picked for quality and character.
We prioritise sustainable, small-batch and local makers.
All purchases over £30 wrapped beautifully at no charge.
More than half of everything in Abbaloos is made right here in Wales. We are proud to work with potters in Pembrokeshire, candle-makers in Snowdonia, jewellers in Cardiff, and textile artists right here in Ceredigion. When you buy Welsh-made, you keep skills, stories and livelihoods alive.
Each Welsh-made product in our shop carries a small label so you always know exactly where your gift comes from.
Shop Welsh-made giftsAberystwyth, Ceredigion
Handthrown stoneware mugs, bowls and vases fired in a wood kiln in Aber itself.
Bethesda, Gwynedd
Soy candles and reed diffusers inspired by the wild landscapes of North Wales.
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
Sterling silver jewellery with Celtic-inspired motifs and Welsh gold accents.
Lampeter, Ceredigion
Woven woollen throws, cushions and blankets from a family mill on the Teifi valley.
Narberth, Pembrokeshire
Hand-blended botanical bath salts, balms and soaps from Pembrokeshire herbs.
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
Illustrated greeting cards celebrating Welsh landscapes, legends and language.
Borth, Ceredigion
Handblown glass vases, ornaments and paperweights with colours drawn from the sea.
Aberaeron, Ceredigion
Limited-edition prints and original watercolours of the Ceredigion coast.
Candles
by Snowdonia Scent Co.
Jewellery
by Gwendraeth Silver
Homeware
by Ceredigion Ceramics
Textiles
by Teifi Textiles
Bath & Body
by Preseli Botanicals
Prints & Art
by Aberaeron Artworks
Glass
by Borth Blown Glass
Candles
by Snowdonia Scent Co.
Whatever the celebration, we have the perfect gift waiting. Browse by occasion and let us take the guesswork out of giving.
Gift-buying can be overwhelming. Pop in and speak to us — we are here every day and we love nothing more than helping you find something truly special. Or use our simple gift guide below.
Age, interests, the occasion — give us as much or as little as you like.
We have beautiful options from £8 to £200 and everything in between.
We will suggest our personal favourites and wrap it beautifully, ready to go.
We stock an exceptional range of handpoured soy and beeswax candles, reed diffusers and room sprays — many of them made right here in Wales.
Each candle is chosen for the quality of its scent throw, the length of its burn and the beauty of its vessel. Nothing mass-produced. Nothing artificial. Just beautifully made fragrance for your home.
From delicate sterling silver studs to bold statement necklaces, our jewellery collection brings together some of the finest small-batch makers in Wales and beyond.
Many of our pieces are exclusive to Abbaloos and cannot be found anywhere else. Each one arrives in a beautiful gift box, ready to give or to keep.
We can also help with bespoke commissions and special requests — just ask in the shop and we will do our very best to help you find something extraordinary.
Words matter. Our greeting card collection brings together the most beautiful, witty and heartfelt designs from independent illustrators across the UK and Wales. We believe the right card is as important as the gift itself.
From bilingual Welsh and English cards to strikingly illustrated birthday designs, funny everyday cards to elegant wedding congratulations — we have something for absolutely everyone.
Funny, heartfelt, or a little of both — we have hundreds to choose from.
Bilingual and Welsh-only designs from Cymru's best illustrators.
Elegant designs that match the importance of the moment.
Gentle, thoughtful cards when words are hardest to find.
From hand-thrown ceramics to woven woollen throws, our homeware collection brings warmth, character and genuine craftsmanship into every room.
Ceramics
£42.00
Textiles
£68.00
Glass
£28.00
Kitchen
£36.00
Decor
£18.00
Cushions
£34.00
Art & Prints
£26.00
Storage
£22.00
"Abbaloos is my absolute go-to whenever I need a proper gift. The staff are brilliant — they really listen and always find something perfect. I bought a Welsh-made candle set for my sister's birthday and she absolutely loved it."
"We came in looking for a housewarming gift and left with three things for ourselves as well. The homeware selection is fantastic and everything feels genuinely individual. Nothing like the chain shops."
"I visit Aber every summer and Abbaloos is always my first stop. The Welsh-made jewellery selection is superb — I bought a silver pendant that gets compliments every single time I wear it."
"The gift wrapping service is brilliant. I was panicking about a last-minute wedding present and the team sorted me out with a beautiful woven throw wrapped perfectly. Saved my life honestly."
"I always feel good shopping here because I know my money is going to real Welsh makers. The ceramics range is stunning and the candles smell incredible in person. Highly recommend a visit."
"A treasure of a shop. I visited Aberystwyth for the weekend and spent far too long browsing. Everything is beautifully displayed and the staff really know their products. Will definitely be back."
In-store only
We are a bricks-and-mortar shop — come and browse in person.
Free gift wrapping
Complimentary on all purchases over £30.
Quality guaranteed
Every product hand-picked and quality assured by us.
Expert advice
Our knowledgeable team love helping you find the perfect gift.
We are right in the heart of Aberystwyth town centre — easy to find, easy to park nearby, and always worth the trip.
Address
Abbaloos
[Street Address]
Aberystwyth
Ceredigion, SY23
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9:30 — 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 9:30 — 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 9:30 — 17:30 |
| Thursday | 9:30 — 17:30 |
| Friday | 9:30 — 17:30 |
| Saturday | 9:30 — 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Telephone
Aberystwyth Town Centre
Ceredigion, West Wales
Life in the shop
@abbaloos_aberystwyth