Shopping in Sevenoaks

Louise Duval, a talented local textile designer has recently opened a charming shop in Otford where she showcases her beautifully handwoven homeware and fashion accessories.

Each of her creations is a one-of-a-kind work of art, crafted by hand and inspired by the rich variety of colour, yarn, pattern, nature and texture. Louise’s Grandmother was a master weaver and she is now following her family tradition. With stylish furnishings to unique fashion accessories, this lovely shop offers unique, sustainable pieces that bring a touch of artistry and warmth to any home or wardrobe.

Louise is deeply committed to sustainability and sources local materials wherever possible. She often uses wool from Kent’s Romney Marsh sheep and recycled sari silk yarn to weave her stunning textiles. This focus on eco-friendly practices adds character to her designs, alongside supporting the local economy and minimising environmental impact. If you're looking to add some creative flair to your home or wardrobe, or if you have a specific weaving project in mind, visit her new shop at - 16 High Street in Otford and discover the beauty of handcrafted, sustainable design! If you would like to find out more, please visit www.louiseduvaldesigns.com

Sevenoaks Bookshop is a charming, independent store run by a dedicated team of knowledgeable and friendly booksellers!

The shop offers an excellent selection of books for both adults and children, featuring the latest bestsellers and timeless classics. As an independent bookshop, @sevenoaksbookshop frequently receives special extras from publishers, including signed editions, exclusive canvas tote bags, posters and more! Their enthusiastic staff are always on hand to provide recommendations and answer any inquiries, ensuring you find the perfect book

They host engaging book clubs during both lunchtime and evening sessions, providing a great opportunity to explore literature with fellow book lovers! Plus, their exciting events include cookery demonstrations, author signings, workshops and talks, either in the bookshop or at local venues

Find out more information by visiting their website at-www.sevenoaksbookshop.co.uk

The TN card is all about making supporting local even more rewarding. Besides all the benefits that supporting our independents brings, TN card members enjoy exclusive treats such as shopping discounts, free drinks and discounted event tickets. There are now over 900 local businesses across Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and TN postcodes offering rewards, and there’s a brilliant app that makes finding offers and using the membership card easier than ever.

The TN card was set up by our friend Jess Gibson four years ago. Jess is a Sevenoaks mum of four who has a background in marketing and events, and being passionate about where she lived wanted to find a practical way of supporting local businesses more. It’s set up as a social enterprise which means that it’s a not for profit. 10% from membership sales is donated to local charity West Kent Mind and all profits are directed back into marketing and promoting its High Street businesses.

Membership costs £3 a month or £25 a year (it’s amazing value, we have one ourselves and made our money back in our first month). Employers can also sign up their staff for £2+VAT a month. Find out more at - www.thetncard.com

The fabulous, newly launched The Flower Studio Sevenoaks create and deliver luxury flowers for all occasions, in Sevenoaks and the surrounding areas!💐

Run by Jodie, a seasoned florist since the age of 16, this friendly team love crafting beautiful arrangements for every event, and are thrilled to share their passion for flowers with you. Devoted to creating the perfect arrangements, they ensure the highest quality and freshness in every bouquet, with fresh deliveries, almost daily from Holland!🇳🇱

Whether it’s a birthday gift or a heartfelt farewell for a loved one, their gorgeous designs are also available for delivery to Sevenoaks and nearby areas. In addition to their stunning flowers, @theflowerstudio.sevenoaks/ offer a range of candles, diffusers from talented local artisans, alongside a chic selection of home accessories!

You can find The Flower Studio at - 5 St Botholphs, Sevenoaks, TN13 3AJ. Find out more by visiting - www.theflowerstudiosevenoaks.co.uk

Experience the difference quality sleep can make with The Bed Post!🛏️

The Bed Post understands the importance of a good night’s rest, which is why they are dedicated to providing truly quality beds and mattresses that promise unparalleled comfort and support.

Located in Dunton Green, The Bed Post offers a wide selection of premium beds and mattresses to suit every sleep preference and budget. Their knowledgeable staff are available to guide you through the selection process, ensuring each bed meets every individual’s needs. Plus, they offer free delivery to your room of choice, a disposal service of your old bed, plus an assembly service of any bed purchased! Visit The Bed Post at 118-120 London Rd, Dunton Green. You can find out more by visiting - www.the-bedpost.co.uk

Founded in 1888, Horncastles is a family-run uniform shop specialising in high-quality schoolwear, sportswear at competitive prices. They have recently launched a range of children’s footwear, including school shoes.

Based on 66 High Street in Sevenoaks, this friendly team takes great pride in the relationships that they have built with both schools and customers and are committed to providing the best service possible.

Don’t forget to shop early and take advantage of the discount they offer throughout the month of July on all schoolwear and shoes.

If you would like to find out more about Horncastles, please visit –www.horncastles.co.uk

The fabulous, Chic et tralala offers a curated selection of furniture, gifts, and home accessories with a touch of French flair!

Run by Laurence - the creative force behind Chic et Tralala since 2003. She is passionate about creating beautiful atmospheres with her innate flair, extensive experience and deep understanding of individuality. Laurence enjoys blending old and new styles and has a particular passion for antiques and vintage items, especially those from her native France.

Located on Dorset Street in Sevenoaks, this unique shop guides customers through the myriad possibilities of home makeovers. They offer a wealth of resources to help you make informed decisions about color schemes, fabrics, flooring and a wide range of decorative objects. They offer a selection of artwork from local artists and crafters, provide home styling services and also host a French conversation club.

If you would like to find out more about Chic et Tralala, please visit - www.chicettralala.co.uk

How stunning are these pieces created by ‘Sawn by Sarah’ - a Sevenoaks based artist with a passion for transforming reclaimed and live edge wood, into stunning, unique furniture!✨

Sarah creates tailored designs for each of her clients, offering a bespoke service to capture each individual style. All designs are created with solid, live-edge or reclaimed wood and paired with a creative eye for detail, ensuring quality pieces that are sure to enhance the beauty of any room.

These truly stunning furniture and home décor pieces make a great one-of-a-kind gift, created exclusively for that special someone!

To find out more about Sarah’s beautiful designs, head over to – www.sawnbysarah.com

Based at 59 London Road, ‘Olaf's Record Store’ is such a great store to dig into!🎵

Specialising in premier new and used vinyl, this fantastic music shop is open Tuesday-Sunday, offering an incredible variety of stock - perfect for a rummage to find some great records up for grabs!👌

Olaf's Record Store also stock an awesome range of T-shirts, books, badges and are definitely not one to be missed! If you would like to find out more information, please head over to - www.olafsrecordstore.co.uk

Otford Interiors offer a diverse and ever-changing selection of unique finds, with over 12 dealers specialising in a large and eclectic range of antiques, collectibles, and modern gifts.

Otford Interiors have been based at 15 High Street Otford for 22 years, trading in Otford for 36 years and with true expertise and a passion for design, their knowledgeable team will help you uncover hidden gems! Much of their stock is fresh to the market, they buy a lot of stock in the south of France, with new stock arriving all the time. Whether you’re searching for a statement piece to add character to your home or seeking the perfect gift for a loved one, their beautifully eclectic range has something to suit every taste and style.

Sevenoaks Firewood are a friendly team who believe in supplying consistent, high-quality firewood sourced from British forests. Their superior ‘ready to burn’ hardwood logs are all kiln dried, with a moisture content of less than 20%, ensuring a consistent clean burn with maximum heat output!

Sevenoaks Firewood has teamed up with Ecologi who help communities in the UK and around the world by supporting reforestation and carbon offsetting projects. With every order made, they will plant a tree!🌳

We are delighted announce the fabulous team Sevenoaks Firewood are kind sponsors of this years Sevenoaks Street Food Fest - A free-to-attend, family-friendly event taking place on Saturday 7th September 2024 at the beautiful Vine Gardens in Sevenoaks!🌮🎶

If you would like to find out more about Sevenoaks Firewood, please visit-www.sevenoaksfirewood.co.uk

Based in Otford, The Racquet Academy is a professional racquet store providing a great range of performance equipment!🏓

Their team of friendly, professional tennis coaches and players offer specialist racquet advice, including Tennis, Badminton and Squash, alongside on-site racquet restringing and re-gripping services.

You can find The Racquet Academy at 3 Sevenoaks Road, Otford, Kent, TN14 5PB.

Head over to their website to find out more information by visiting - www.racquetacademy.co.uk

WICKLONDONCo create hand-made, natural soy candles, luxury diffusers and stunning art prints!✨

Founded by Rebecca, her handmade candles and diffusers add a truly luxurious fragrance to your home, available in a variety of beautiful, natural scents. Rebecca’s abstract prints feature line art of the human form, making a sophisticated focal point to any room. WICKLONDONCo’s products are all vegan, eco-friendly and carbon neutral, with plastic-free packaging, made locally in Sevenoaks!

For more information and to check out these gorgeous products, please head over to -

Etsy: www.etsy.com/shop/wicklondonco

Dovetails Vintage, based in Hollybush Lane is such an impressive furniture shop, filled with unique and quirky vintage pieces!💫

Often up-cycled, their stunning range is ever changing, with new additions regularly in store…There are some truly amazing gems to check out!👌

Dovetails Vintage is based at 52 Hollybush Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 3TL.