Looking for a gift, and you know what the recipient likes - you're just looking for the right thing? Whether they're cult movie fans, animal lovers or cyclists, you'll find a gift - and perhaps a card to match - in this useful cross-section of Calliope products.
There's plenty to enjoy as you grow older, as this selection of books demonstrates. Ideal birthday presents.
Calliope Gifts opened our second shop in the historic market town of Alton in June 2014. If you live in east Hampshire, or you're visiting the area, do drop in!
The classics of comedy are well-represented at Calliope, from CDs and DVDs of Morcambe and Wise or Fawlty Towers, to fictional humour, joke books and some very funny greetings cards. If you're looking to raise a smile, you're sure to find something in this selection - just like that!
Cult TV and film brands never die, and Calliope carries an ever-changing selection of gifts and cards from shows like Star Trek, Doctor Who and Star Wars, as well as evergreen characters like Superman. Great gifts for boys - old and young alike; keep an eye on this page, as some of these mugs, character products and books are limited editions, so grab them while they're hot!
Cycling is becoming a national passion, and we can practically see Box Hill from outside our shop, so we meet plenty of cyclists. We've drawn together a range of gifts for everyone who enjoys life on two wheels, including books, drinks flasks and even bicycle bells - and we've included one or two items for motorbikers too.
We are proud to be based in Dorking, an attractive, historic market town in the heart of the Surrey Hills, one of England's most beautiful landscapes and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This page draws together a selection of books, homewares, crafts and greetings cards that reflect Calliope's local area.
Dorking and its surrounding villages have a host of great independent shops, galleries and restaurants, plenty of great pubs, a fine leisure and entertainment complex at Dorking Halls, and much more. Box Hill overlooks the town, and is famous around the world as the site for last year's Olympic road race; to the south-west, Leith Hill is home to an internationally acclaimed music festival. You can learn more about our hometown at www.visitdorking.com and www.dorkingmuseum.org.uk, and plan your trip to the Surrey Hills at www.surreyhills.org.
We welcome local artists and craftspeople who are interested in selling their products through Calliope - you can get in touch with us at [email protected].
If you're planning your holidays, or just exploring the local countryside, take a look at the Calliope range of All Things Travel-related. We have guidebooks, games to help plan the trip and - if you have children - while away the long journey. Our selection of guides for cyclists and motorbikers is particularly strong.
Remember when...? Calliope has a wide range of books, music, movies and stationery to remind you of times gone by, from the ephemera packs created by the Memorabilia Company to the music of the Rat Pack; from childhood favourites like the Moomins to the art of Eric Ravilious. You're sure to find something here that will bring back memories!
If you love owls, the this is the palce to find owl cards, owl stationery, owl books or any other gift item featuring owls, then start here.