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Independent lifestyle shop, two floors of inspiration for your home and family

Open the door on two floors of British andlocal design talent, all hand-selected and carefully curated by us. 

What’s in Store

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Delivering the magic of our family lifestyle shop virtually

A hidden treasure in the English Lakes with a delightful selection of gifts, homewares, children’s clothes, toys, and more!

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Take tea (& treats)

Take a peek at our menu of homemade and local scrumptiousness

Our small but mightily tasty menu sees you through the day. All of our breads, cakes,jams, and chutneys are made by one of our fabulous local artisan bakers or homemade by us.

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Attention
To detail

We carefully curate much-loved British brands with emerging designers and makers for a shopping experience that is unique to Armstrong Ward. Each item in the shop has been hand-picked for quality, purpose and general loveliness.

Our favourite brands include John Sankey, Emma Bridgewater, Maileg and Neom. They are complemented by new and innovative ranges for our customers to chance upon.

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Our story

Andrew and I have over 40 years of retail experience between us and still love the buzz we get from sourcing new finds and unpacking them when they are in store. We started small with just 35 supplier products and have grown into a mini department store with a café and almost 200 makers on our shelves and online.

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FIND US ON Instagram

  • I love everything about our new beauty range... The jewel like glass bottles and jar are distinctive and gorgeous and the contents are hand made in Somerset on a small scale. Each jar is packed full of carefully blended essential oils, vitamins and floral absolutes “ natural with a kick”. The Face Glow Oil is a beauty hero must have. Now in “downstairs “ shop. . #buywhatyoulove ##whywebuyit #favouritefind #shopsmall #indieretail #beauty #rosedaycream #facialoil #bathinterior #newseason #wainwrightsyard #essentialoils #onetowatch #wellbeing #founditatarmstrongward #smallbusiness #armstrongward #hinthint #armstrongwardfavourite
  • Sedbergh Soap ... made just over the hill from Kendal. We stock Sedbergh Soaps Body and Skincare not just because it’s made locally but more importantly because it’s natural, gentle on even the most sensitive skin and it smells amazing! Uplifting Lemongrass is real favourite and we’ve now added big refills of the hand and body wash and shampoo to our range. You can now find our Sedbergh Soap in the “upstairs” shop. . #whywebuy #locallymade #smallbusiness #workingtogether #naturalskincare #soapbars #lemongrass #refill #sedberghsoapcompany #shopsmall #shopindie #indieretail #chosen #productstory #knowthemaker #armstrongward #favourite #wainwrightsyard #kendalshop
  • Hultquist, I think especially suits this time of year. We have the favourite pine cone and acorns pieces back in stock . . #hultquistcopenhagen #shopsmall #acorns #pinecones #scandinaviandesign #autumnvibes🍁 #favouritething #indieshop #wainwrightsyard #perfectpresent #hinthint
  • We have just restocked @neomorganics including the favourite Scent to Sleep Pillow Mist. Which scent is you favourite..and is there anything else from Neom that you would like us to stock? . #neom #scenttosleep #kendalshop #wellbeing #sundayvibes #essentialoils #wellness #indieshop #favourite #armstrongwardfavourite #armstrongward #shopsmall

WHAT'S HAPPENING Instore

We love interiors…

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ONLINE SHOP Highlights

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Emma Bridgewater – Mr & Mrs Polka Mugs

£39.95

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Beetle Game

£6.99

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Magnetic Funny Faces Game

£17.50

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Wooden Xylophone

£10.99

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Wooden Fishing Game

£16.99

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Little Grey Rhino

£20.99

Hand selected
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Proudly independent

As a family-run mini department store we hand-select everything that you’ll find when you shop with us. From small toys to bespoke upholstery, we source unique products that aren’t widely available elsewhere. That’s the beauty of our independence.

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Should you have enquiries, or if you’re looking for something in particular, please contact the store on 01539 720400

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