We all love giving and receiving gifts over the festive season, but there’s something truly special about unwrapping a thoughtful, locally-sourced present.

Kent’s producers are gearing up for Christmas with a selection of lovingly-made, hand-crafted gifts to put smiles on faces all over the county. Here’s just some of the places where you can find that perfect gift.

BRANDS HATCH: If you’ve got a petrolhead in your life, a gift from one of Britain’s best-loved race tracks will surely be a hit. You can get your hands on season passes or early bird event tickets, pick up merchandise like t-shirts, mugs and hats, or book a white-knuckle experience on the track near West Kingsdown. Choose from Land Rover obstacle courses, high-octane sports cars, rally courses and more. Click here to buy.

ENGLISH HERITAGE: A membership to English Heritage is the gift that keeps on giving. Once you’ve purchased a pass for your loved one, they can enjoy free days out at more than 400 historic locations nationwide, including Dover Castle, Walmer Castle, St Augustine’s Abbey and Richborough Roman Fort. The membership also has other perks, such as free parking and free entry for kids. Click here to buy.

HISTORIC DOCKYARD: Take a little piece of Medway’s maritime history home with a gift from the dockyard’s Ropery. The maritime attraction’s ropemakers handcraft a range of unique gifts on-site, creating everything from seasonal wreaths to dog leads. Click here to buy.

HOWLETTS AND PORT LYMPNE: Marvel at endangered and exotic animals without stepping foot outside of Kent with a gift voucher from either Howletts Wild Animal Park in Bekesbourne or Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve in Hythe. You can book unforgettable experiences, such as private safaris, feeding sessions and animal encounters, or even treat someone special to a luxurious short break at Port Lympne. Click here to buy.

KENT CIDER COMPANY: Stock up for summer with a collection of fruity drinks from the Kent Cider Company. Pick a mixed pack with a selection of favourite flavours, from crisp, dry beverages to sweet, cloudy tipples, or build your own case. You can also find branded reusable pint cups and tote bags. Click here to buy.

KENT CRICKET: Make sure the cricket fan in your family is kitted out for the new season with a collection of merchandise from Kent Cricket. Find retro tees from years ago, wrap up for winter in a beanie hat and scarf or brush up on your knowledge with a book on Kent Cricket’s history. Click here to buy.

SHEPHERD NEAME: Britain’s oldest brewer is known for its range of classic and modern beers, but that’s not all Sheps has to offer this Christmas. Browse the collection of glasses, mugs and ceramic jugs or pick up baseball caps and dog bandanas so you and your pooch can drink in style. Click here to buy.

STEVENSON BROTHERS: Have you ever wondered what to get that person who seems to have it all? The Stevenson Brothers, based in Bethersden, have made hand-crafted rocking horses for Queen Elizabeth II, Mary Berry, Joanna Lumley and Paul McCartney over the past 40 years and continue to create bespoke horses to this day. Click here to buy.

TURNER CONTEMPORARY: It’s one of Kent’s trendiest tourist attractions, so you can bet the Turner Contemporary also has some pretty funky gifts. Impress your artist friends with quirky prints, sketchbooks, ceramics, tea towels, jewellery and more. Click here to buy.

THE WONDERWORKS: Whether your kids are into planes, trains or automobiles, you can find it all at The WonderWorks. The family attraction is an immersive experience inspired by the UK’s best-known hobby brands like Hornby and Scalextric and has the biggest Hornby Hobbies shop in the country. Click here to buy.

Don’t forget, you can always treat someone in your life to a digital version of their favourite KM paper with a monthly or annual subscription.

You’ll get a digital copy of the newspaper, plus 30 other titles, as well as access to the Premium version of KentOnline with minimal ads and no pop-ups, and a local news feed on the KentOnline app.