Set just alongside the Farm Shop and Café, The Vinery at Hockey’s Farm Shop is a quieter corner of Hockey’s, a space dedicated to thoughtful gifting, well-made homewares and independent makers. It is designed for browsing at an unhurried pace, whether you arrive with a particular gift in mind or simply want to see what catches your eye.

The Vinery reflects the same principles that run throughout Hockey’s: a focus on quality, a strong sense of place and a preference for things made with care. Each product has been chosen because it belongs alongside the landscape, the community and the way people use the space.

A Considered Approach to Gifts and Homewares

Rather than stocking large quantities of the same item, The Vinery is built around variety and interest. Shelves are layered with small details, textures and finishes that encourage you to slow down and look more closely. It is a space that rewards time spent browsing.

For many visitors, The Vinery becomes part of a wider visit to Hockey’s, a natural stop after a coffee, lunch or Farm Shop visit. It offers the chance to pick up something that feels personal, useful or simply enjoyable to have at home.

Supporting Local and Independent Producers

A strong thread running through The Vinery is support for independent and local makers, particularly those connected to the New Forest.

Essential oils and blends from New Forest Aromatics are inspired by the surrounding landscape and are popular with customers looking for simple, well-crafted products. Alongside these, New Forest Botanics offers plant-based skincare made in small batches, chosen for its quality rather than trends.

Candles from New Forest Candle Co are another consistent favourite, appreciated for their subtle fragrances and clean design. They sit comfortably alongside handmade soaps from Cyril Soap, which are as practical as they are giftable.

Together, these products form a collection that feels cohesive without being uniform, familiar enough to feel accessible, but varied enough to stay interesting.

Craft and Decorative Pieces for the Home

The Vinery also showcases a range of handmade and decorative items that add character to everyday spaces.

Ceramics from Longfield Barn Pottery are a good example, functional pieces with individual variation that reflect the maker’s hand. They are items chosen to be used, not just displayed.

Glasswork by Jan Hawker introduces colour and light, while seasonal décor and home accessories from Gisela Graham bring a softer, decorative balance to the space.

Illustrated cards and prints by Laura Stoddart remain a popular choice, particularly with customers looking for something understated but distinctive.

Food Gifts and Small Indulgences

Food and drink gifting is approached with the same restraint. Rather than novelty items, The Vinery focuses on products that feel timeless and well-made.

Peppermint chocolates and teas from Summerdown are a regular choice for easy gifting, while honey and beeswax products from The Noble Bee offer something simple and familiar, made well.

These items work equally well as standalone gifts or as additions to a wider shop, making them a natural part of a visit to Hockey’s.

Books, Textiles and Everyday Gifts

The Vinery also includes books by local authors that reflect the area and its stories. Titles such as 222 and 222+ by Jodi Longyear, New Forest by Vikki Bramshaw, and A Legacy of Love by Ann Blake add depth and context to the collection.

Socks from Swole Panda provide a practical, well-made option that works across ages and occasions, often chosen as an easy but thoughtful gift.

A Space That Encourages Browsing

The Vinery is deliberately unpressured. Layout and product selection are designed to encourage people to take their time, move through the space naturally and discover items at their own pace.

It is not about impulse buying or fast decisions. Instead, it offers a quieter retail experience that complements the livelier areas of Hockey’s Farm Shop.

An Integral Part of Hockey’s Farm

The Vinery adds another dimension to a visit to Hockey’s Farm Shop. It sits comfortably alongside the food, the café and the wider site, offering something different without feeling separate.

Whether you are looking for a gift, a small treat or simply a reason to browse, The Vinery is a place to explore, thoughtfully stocked, locally rooted and always evolving.