From toys and books that will keep them engaged for hours, to great clothing and footwear to take them right through the Winterval season and into the new year. We've put together a list of gifts for the younger ones in your life, from the babies right up to the teens. Browse the gifts the below and pick them up in store while you're in town for Winterval or shop online directly from these gorgeous local retailers.
Silver Mink Teddy Coat from Name It Waterford in City Square Shopping Centre
This gorgeous teddy coat from Name it will keep your little ones warm for their visit to Winterval this year, and with its longline silhouette, will keep them cosy all the way through to next year! €49.99
Many Faces 1000 piece jigsaw by Studio Inktvis at CC Creatives
This 1000 piece jigsaw will keep the whole family entertained for hours! Order it online here or pick it up in inn store in CC Creatives on the Quay. €25.
Tommy Hilfiger sweatshirt from Heroes
The little lad in your house will be looking stylish and cool in this Tommy Hilfiger Essential Terry Sweatshirt in Cobalt from Heroes in John Roberts Square. Ages 8-16. From €49.95
Moulin Roty Soft Dancing Mouse from Finders Keepers
A classic doll that all kids will love to play with. This is an investment for the ages that will pass down through generations. Djeco Mimosa Doll €45 from Finders Keepers, Michael Street.
Customised Bracelets by PoppyLouWho
PoppyLouWho is a fundraising initiative for Poppy Louise Bolger, a local Waterford girl, whose family launched the initiative to raise enough funds to support her ongoing medical needs. The bracelets are customisable, fun and beautifully made (Poppy’s mum is a jeweller herself!)
Available to buy in store in Finders Keepers and Harlow Fine Jewellery, or order them online here.
Vintage Blue Balance Bike by Baghera from Indi
The Baghera Balance Bike from Indi is designed for children from 2 to 6 years old. With its blue colour and retro look, this little bike without pedals is full of charm. Ensuring comfort and safety, the Vintage Baghera Balance Bike is ideal for teaching children balance before they move on to the next stage: cycling like grown-ups. Pick it up in store in Indi on the Quay, or order it online here. €139
Stylish, cute and super comfortable for your little ones from The Shoe Centre
Stylish, cute and super comfortable for your little ones, a great pair of shoes will take them anywhere! The Shoe Centre in Waterford even specialises in children's shoe fitting by fully trained staff so you can know your little one’s feet are in the right hands.
Clarks Nova City Lilac €54.00 from The Shoe Centre
Pablsoky Navy boot from The Shoe Centre €45.00
Christmas Bibs - 3 Pack from Name It Waterford in City Square Shopping Centre
How cute are these festive dribblers from Name It Waterford? Made with soft, fleece absorbent material, your little one can dribble away in comfort and style this Christmas. And the best part, they’re on sale too! So be quick, you can pick them up here for €8.50.
Djeco Space Kaleidoscope from Finders Keepers
Djeco Space Kaleidoscope immersion is the perfect gift for space enthusiasts! Build your own space-themed cardboard kaleidoscope with glow-in-the-dark stars, rockets and planets for amazing effects! Kids will love trying out different combinations of patterns to ensure there’s always something new to see. €20.00
Leigh Tucker Willow Winter Onesie from Dunnes Stores in City Square Shopping Centre
This pure cotton jersey onesie from Leigh Tucker Willow at Dunnes Stores in City Square Shopping Centre showcases a uniquely Irish take on a traditional Christmas print. It features a fun all-over green Fair Isle winter print with the signature Leigh Tucker 'Nollaig Shona' patch on the bum! For ages 1-14 years. €15
Leigh Tucker Willow Borg Slippers from Dunnes Stores in City Square Shopping Centre
And why not go all out with the matching slippers? Leigh Tucker Willow Borg Slipper (Sizes 7-5) €8 at Dunnes Stores in City Square Shopping Centre.
I Believe In You, by Deborah Somorin, from Bookstation at City Square Shopping Centre
I Believe in You is a picture book with a powerful message from Deborah Somorin, the author of the memoir Believing in Me. A tale that will warm the cockles and give your little ones the power to believe in themselves. €13.99
Dermalogica Clear Start Clearly Matte Skin Kit - Beautorium
This Clearly Matte Kit is formulated for younger skin and works to deep clean and purify skin, clear breakouts fast, and hydrate and defend against harmful UV rays without clogging pores. Perfect for the teenager in the house! €33
Carters Christmas Bar from Carter’s Chocolate Cafe
Give a warm Chocolatey Christmas greeting from Waterford to someone special from Winterval’s favourite chocolate shop, Carter’s Chocolate Cafe on Barronstrand Street. €3.50
Bamboo socks from Polly & Andy at CC Creatives
The most comfortable socks you will ever wear! Candy Cane Bamboo Socks by Polly & Andy at CC Creatives €7-€9
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder, by Holly Jackson, from The Book Centre
The Book Centre’s No. 1 selling book for young adults, A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder comes highly acclaimed and well recommended. Pick it up in The Book Centre in John Roberts Square or buy it online from them here. €9.99
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