Business Details
11 Years
experience
Unique Gifts & Handmade Treasures in Swindon
Established in 2015, we are a family-run business driven by a shared passion for unique, meaningful gifts. Our journey began in Swindon, Wiltshire, with Lee and his father Ian combining decades of sales expertise to create a distinctive gifting experience. Over time, our team has expanded to include Ross, strengthening our commitment to quality and customer service. We pride ourselves on our playful approach to business while maintaining a steadfast focus on meeting customer needs, offering a curated collection of products designed to bring joy and individuality to every occasion. Our growth has been marked by multiple relocations to larger premises, reflecting our dedication to serving our loyal customer base. 
Services
Gift Sets
Jewellery
Home Decor
Candles & Wax Melts
Plush Toys
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with personal customer service
- Free UK mainland delivery on orders over 40
- Curated collection of unique and handmade products
- Multiple Swindon premises with expanded offerings
- Direct customer communication via dedicated email and phone
Services
Gift Sets
Curated gift sets combining multiple products for special occasions. Designed to provide ready-made solutions for birthdays, Christmas, and other celebrations. Includes themed combinations like festive wax melts with matching greeting cards.
Jewellery
Handmade jewellery collection featuring unique designs. Offers enamel keyrings, earrings, and pins with playful themes ranging from gothic bats to humorous phrases. Designed by in-house artist Julie Ree.
Home Decor
Eclectic range of home decoration products including artificial flowers, Himalayan salt lamps, and quirky pocket tokens. Designed to add personality to living spaces with artistic and conversation-starting pieces.
Candles & Wax Melts
High-fragrance wax melts and candles with long-lasting scents. Features seasonal collections with festive aromas and unique artistic presentations. Includes branded 'Tiny Bicycle' wax melt varieties.
Plush Toys
Extensive plush toy selection featuring popular brands like Steiff and Jellycat. Includes character designs from classic teddy bears to modern Squishable toys with distinctive personality traits.
People
Lee
Founder
Established Something Different Gift Shop in 2015 using decades of sales experience. Built the business from a single venture into a family-run enterprise. Focuses on product curation and customer relationships.
Ian
Co-founder
Launched the gift shop with son Lee in 2015. Provides business guidance from years of commercial experience. Maintains involvement in strategic decision-making for the Swindon-based operation.
Ross
Team Member
Joined the business after initial launch, expanding operational capabilities. Contributes to day-to-day operations across both online and physical store locations. Handles logistics and customer service functions.
Questions
What delivery options do you offer?
We provide free standard delivery on orders over £40 to UK mainland addresses. Orders below this threshold follow standard shipping charges.
Can I visit your store in person?
Yes, our Swindon store operates Monday-Saturday 09:30-17:00 and Sunday 10:00-16:00. Address: Unit 2c Brunel Plaza, Swindon, SN1 1LF.
Are your products made locally?
While based in Swindon, our products come from various suppliers. Some exclusive designs like Julie Ree jewellery and pocket tokens are created in-house.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards through Shopify's secure payment system. Customers can also choose Clearpay for installment payments.
Can I return items purchased online?
We follow standard return policies detailed on our website. Returns must be in original condition within specified time frames for refund processing.
