Went into the shop at Spanish City to collect my calendar and spotted latest L J Ross thriller "Berwick". It made my day. Been waiting some time now for Amazon to let me know it was out. Shop is so fu... See more
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I recently bought 2 of the 2026 calendars and 2 of the Tyne Bridge Christmas ornaments. And, as usual, both the service and products were impeccable ! I received an email from Julia explaining that th... See more
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Great website that is easy to navigate. Lots of wonderful products for sale, ( have been into the actual shop on the seafront before and it is fantastic), found book titles that I wanted for my coll... See more
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Lovely website and easy to navigate to the area (books) that I wanted, though they have so much more to look on offer. Easy to place my order and including the weekend took 4 days for my order to ar... See more
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We sell Northern gifts, cards and souvenirs designed by local artists and creatives.
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2 Spanish City Plaza, NE26 1BG, WHITLEY BAY, United Kingdom
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Reply from For the Love of the North
Thanks so much for that sue. It means a lot. Lucy & Paul xx
Christmas cards and decorations
I ordered Christmas cards and decorations. They arrived quickly and are of great quality all with that local flavour. I’m looking forward to Christmas.
30 October 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
That's so lovely to read Karen. Thanks so much for the support. Lucy & Paul xx
It was a great event
It was a great event, for a marvellous cause! Well done Lucy and Paul!
26 September 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
Thanks so much for that Hilary and being such amazing support. Lucy & Paul xx
Lovely calendars
Easy to buy online and the item, two lovely calendars, looked just as they appeared to be online. I would use them again
23 September 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
Thank you so much for that Annette. We so appreciate the support for our small indie business. Lucy & Paul xx
Fantastic service by post
Fantastic service by post. Really unique gifts and part of my childhood memories
23 September 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
Kathryn, that is so kind of you. We so appreciate the support for our small indie business. Best wishes, Lucy & Paul xx
Artistic greetings cards
Artistic greetings cards reasonably priced and swiftly delivered - what's not to like?
19 September 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
Thanks so much for that! We so appreciate the support. Lucy & Paul xx
I am an expat Geordie whose heart will…
I am an expat Geordie whose heart will always remain in my home of Whitley Bay.
To be able to purchase beautiful unique items from your store makes ‘home’ seem closer. For me and my Sister, who I have gifted a few times through your store, we thank you very much.
I cannot wait to come visit your store in person one day, when I can finally come back for a visit. I miss the place a lot.
Your online shopping experience is easy to use and postage is prompt to South Australia. I will keep returning.
Thank you 🖤🤍🏴🖤🤍🏴🖤🤍🏴
9 September 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
Hello Kathryn. What a lovely message to receive! We love hearing that the love of the North goes far and wide. We so appreciate the support and be fab if one day you can make it to Spanish City to see us.
Big love, Lucy & Paul xx
Such friendly people selling lovely…
Such friendly people selling lovely gifts. I have bought several items as gifts and also visited the shop. A genuine passion for all things 'North'
28 August 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
That's so lovely of you to say that. We genuinely couldn't do any of what we do without such fab folk as you supporting us. Thank you! Lucy & Paul xx
Forever Northern Tote Bag
I bought a tote bag as a gift knowing that my sister would love the logo ‘Forever Northern’, delivery was prompt and she loves the bag
28 August 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
So glad she loves the bag! Thank you so much for supporting our small indie business. Lucy & Paul xx
Great shop and customer service
Friendly, responsive and super helpful with the best customer service ever. Love that they support local artists, which meant I found a lovely print that I'd never seen anywhere else. Thank you 😊
23 August 2024
Absolutely delighted!
Absolutely delighted with the wonderful service and beautiful picture of Fountains Abbey. I will definitely be recommending For the Love of the North to my family and friends.
17 August 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
Thank you so much for that Elizabeth. We so appreciate the support and so pleased you love the print, it's one of our favourites. Best wishes Paul & Lucy xx
LOVE THIS SHOP
Absolutely love this shop, either on-line or at Spanish City. It sells great items that really capture the great region and sense of humour. Highly recommended.
12 August 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
That's a lovely recommendation Stephen. Thanks so much, we really appreciate it. Best wishes Lucy and Paul xx
Beautiful birthday gift
I bought a little Angel of the North statue as a birthday gift and the recipient loved it. It was packaged prettily and the item was really good quality so I would definitely recommend buying from here and would buy from here again x
8 August 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
That's so kind of you Judith. The support means the world. Best wishes Lucy & Paul xx
Super quality local products at a great…
Super quality local products at a great price and the packaging and wrapping is so well done
31 July 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
Thanks so much for taking the time to do that. The support means the world to us. Lucy & Paul xx
Reply from For the Love of the North
Thank you so much for that Debbie. We so appreciate the support. Lucy & Paul xx
Reply from For the Love of the North
Thanks so much for that Cath. Lucy & Paul xx
Reply from For the Love of the North
That's so lovely to read Cleo. Thanks so much. Lucy & Paul xx
Excellent customer service and great…
Excellent customer service and great quality printing!
25 June 2024
Reply from For the Love of the North
That is so lovely to read. Thank you! Lucy & Paul xx
Reply from For the Love of the North
Thank you so much for that Allison. We so appreciate the support. Lucy & Paul xx
Reply from For the Love of the North
We so appreciate your support Fiona. Best wishes, Lucy & Paul xx
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