New Forest Hamper Company

Our Journey: From Online Success to a 'Bricks and Mortar' shopping experience! For those interested in how we've grown and evolved - last year, we took a big step, expanding from our established online business to open a physical shop in the heart of the New Forest! Our website's 'Create A Hamper' tool, enabling customers to put together their own hamper gifts, bespoke to the likes and tastes of their recipients, continues to drive online sales. But now we also have a beautiful space in Sway, near Lymington where customers can experience our products in person and learn more about all our wonderful suppliers. It’s been an exciting journey, blending digital convenience with a personal, in-store touch. Curious to learn more? Read on below! ⬇️ #Entrepreneurship #Growth #Ecommerce #RetailExpansion

While lots of people may be talking about 'Blue Monday' today, who knew it was "Take A Walk Outdoors Day" today?...! We of course are incredibly fortunate to live where we live and work (the clue's in the company name 😉) and as a team, every single one of us loves walking out on the Forest and being outdoors. Our company values and business ethos are entrenched in the rural sector of the New Forest and every day we are reminded of the sheer simplicity of its beauty and history. Each time you walk out on the pathways and among the trees in this stunning National Park covering over 200 miles, you can be sure to come across a native New Forest pony to brighten your day (just please don't get too close or worse, try to pet them as they are wild ponies and we want them to stay that way!) The benefits of walking outdoors are well publicised - not only from a physical perspective but more importantly from a mental perspective. Adie, our business owner walks every morning before starting her work day. It is a commitment that is not always easy to adhere to, but one that she has learned the benefits far outweigh the challenge of those early alarm calls!! In all weathers, there is nothing better than to get outdoors and use that time to clear your head, prioritise the tasks ahead for that day and simply pause to take in the beauty of our surroundings. How often do any of us pause?... Yet it can be so productive to take a deep breath, be still and just re-group your thoughts - no matter what might be going on, these precious few moments in the outdoors can make all the difference to a great day filled with energy and positivity - to a rubbish day filled with frustrations and endless unfulfilled tasks.. We know and appreciate every day how fortunate we are to live in a stunning part of the country - but in all sincerity it doesn't matter where you walk or for how long. Ten minutes outdoors in any environment can make all the difference - so before your day finishes today, try to take a few moments or longer to take a walk outdoors, pause, take a breath and restore your mindset.. #takeawalkoutdoorsday #restoreyourmind #bestill

As we start another year, after a wonderfully busy and hectic end to 2024(!) January is the perfect time for us to pause, reflect and review. It's also amazing to think about how the business has changed over the years! The idea to start the New Forest Hamper Company came in 2017. Adie was already working with many local suppliers across the New Forest and Hampshire and wanted a way to further showcase the amazing local produce in the area. The business started as a seasonal business, literally working from September to December each year to fulfil Christmas orders and support local producers. However over the years, responding to increasing demand and with Adie's passion for building relationships with corporate clients, over seven years later, we now have 55+ local suppliers from gin distilleries and local ale breweries to dairy farms and artisan food creators not to mention those beautiful 'home' and pampering products stocked from suppliers with a huge emphasis for sustainability and environmental operating policies. In May 2024, we grew beyond our online offering and opened our shop in Sway - who would have thought we would ever have a proper 'bricks and mortar' presence, so exciting!! It's been an incredible journey so far and we can't wait to see what 2025 brings - there will no doubt be challenges, not least the retail landscape and supply chains across the country but we hope that our customers will stand by us and remain loyal to our ethos of supporting all things local wherever possible and reap the benefits for all our rural economies who rely on the backbone of independent businesses across the U.K. Learn more about our story: https://vist.ly/3mrzrer #ourstory #NewForest #Businessowners

The festive season is upon us, and it's busier than ever. We've officially closed online and corporate orders, thanks to your overwhelming support! Now corporate orders have closed, Adie is back in the shop helping with local orders! So, if you're local to the New Forest, there’s still a small window to grab your perfect hamper gifts in-store at our shop in Sway. 🎁 Stock is limited, so don't miss out! Pop in soon—before it’s too late! 🛍️ Thank you for making this holiday season special with us. #NewForestHampers #NewForest #LuxuryHampers

📣 Announcement: Celebrating our Award for Business Growth at the prestigious New Forest Business Partnership Brilliance in Business Awards! We are thrilled to announce that The New Forest Hamper Company has won the Award for Business Growth sponsored by Time 2 Display & Fordingbridge Print This recognition is a huge milestone for us, and we couldn’t be prouder of how far we’ve come. From our small beginnings, our mission has always been to showcase the incredible produce of the New Forest while building a business that reflects the heart and soul of this beautiful area. We want to express our deepest gratitude to our amazing team and all our incredible suppliers — your passion and hard work make this all possible. A big thank you as well to the award sponsors, Time 2 Display & Fordingbridge Print, and the organisers of the New Forest Brilliance in Business Awards for this incredible honour. And finally, a heartfelt thank you to our truly wonderful customers across the country and in the New Forest community for believing in us and supporting us every step of the way. Here’s to continued growth and celebrating the best of the New Forest together! 🌿✨ #BusinessGrowth #NewForestBusinessAwards #AwardWinner

🌟 Exciting Night Ahead! 🌟 The team at New Forest Hamper Company are thrilled to be gearing up for the New Forest Business Partnership tonight! 🎉 We’re looking forward to celebrating the innovation, resilience, and community spirit that makes the New Forest business scene so unique🌳 It's been a big year for us with the launch of our new shop in Sway and other new developments behind the scenes.. To be a finalist for the Business Growth Award underscores our commitment to innovation, strategic expansion and supporting local producers/suppliers. It highlights our dedication to exploring new opportunities and broadening our range of services. It’s an honour to be part of such a talented group of local companies, each making a difference in our community. A big thank you to the organisers, sponsors, and all those supporting local businesses — your commitment fuels us all! 💼🌟 Best of luck to all the nominees. Let’s make it a memorable evening! 🥂 #NewForestBusinessAwards #LocalBusiness #NewForest

This month, we'll be celebrating the New Forest Hamper Company's "8th" birthday!! The 25th November will mark the date when Adie first registered the business and started the beginning of this incredible journey! Eight years may not seem a long time to some, but it has encompassed a huge variety of events and changes both personally and professionally - tremendous growth curves (huge growth then business agility significantly tested following Covid, resulting in brilliant growth again); fabulous team members along the way from all backgrounds packing huge amounts of hampers over the years(!); amazing suppliers (most still with us, some sadly gone following Covid/Brexit, and more who have joined in the last 12 months); very close family bereavements for Adie; two children growing up in to teenagers(!) and last but absolutely not least, the fantastic opening of our very own 'New Forest Hamper Company' shop here in the heart of the New Forest, in Adie's home village of Sway. The shop was in response to many customers over the years asking if we had a shop, somewhere they could come and browse products, learn about local producers and businesses and showcase seasonal products and limited editions. It was one of those projects that let's just say, wasn't entirely in this year's Business Plan 😉, but with Adie's entrepreneurial spirit and usual sheer grit and determination happened in a matter of weeks! It was also helped to happen because of friends and suppliers rallying round, painting and restoring furniture at all hours, sourcing and merchandising expanded product ranges, conjuring up gorgeous window and hamper displays and most encouraging of all - with incredible support from various groups and communities across the New Forest. There is not one person who has walked through the door without exclaiming about the breadth of products, the gorgeous smells from candles, home goods and beautiful pampering goodies, loved picking up products and tangibly feeling them, plus enjoyed reading and hearing from the team about the dedicated suppliers and delicious food and drink choices on offer - we have received SO much positivity!! It's truly been an enlightening and inspiring experience... As we approach our crazy time of year, with the added element of customer-facing retail we are really excited, a bit nervous(!!) but mostly tremendously grateful to everyone (Adie's fab team, wonderful customers and stalwart suppliers) who have all supported us along the way and continue to understand and see our vision and passion for championing all things local!

🎄 Transform your festive corporate gifting into a truly joyful and easy experience this season! As the temperatures are dropping and that feeling of Christmas drawing nearer begins to fill the air, our dedicated team is hard at work designing bespoke hampers and giftboxes. Each option is thoughtfully put together, designed to meet your relevant needs and budget. Imagine the delight on your clients' and colleagues' faces as they receive a gift that perfectly encapsulates the festive spirit - and conveys their value and contribution. Don't let the stress of having to organise company/client gifts overwhelm you - we work to ensure your hampers are as memorable as they are meaningful, with the added knowledge of our sustainability credentials with recyclable/reusable elements intrinsic to each gift. Let's bring the magic back to your business with ease and professionalism. 'Tis the season to impress and spread cheer effortlessly! #corporategifting #thankyougifts #luxuryhampers

🎉 Exciting News: We're Finalists! 🎉 We're thrilled to announce that we've been nominated as finalists for the Growth Award at the prestigious New Forest Business Partnership Brilliance in Business Awards! Join us next Thursday 17th October at our Sway shop for a special event that showcases our growth beyond hamper gifts. We're hosting a free taster event featuring our latest offerings - perfect for your personal or corporate festive gifting needs. This is not just a tasting - it's an opportunity to connect with our team, hear and see how we work and enjoy an array of delicious local samples. Spaces are limited, so make sure to RSVP at info@newforesthampercompany.com. Don’t miss out on this chance to celebrate with us and explore what makes us stand out. We can't wait to share this special moment with you! #celebratingsuccess #newforestproduce #tastingevent

🚀 Exciting News Alert! We are delighted and honoured to announce that we've been selected as finalists in the New Forest Business Partnership Brilliance in Business Awards for Growth. It's been a big year for us with the launch of our new shop in Sway. This recognition underscores our commitment to innovation, strategic expansion and supporting local producers/suppliers. It highlights our dedication to exploring new opportunities and broadening our range of services. A huge thank you to everyone who nominated us and to Time 2 Display & Fordingbridge Print for sponsoring this award and championing businesses that push the boundaries of excellence. We look forward to celebrating our recognition as a finalist at the Award ceremony in November! #nfbizawards24 #celebratingsuccess