Wednesday 29 November 2017

#ShopSmallUK

We're in! #ShopSmallUK is back! Shop Small is dedicated to supporting small businesses who do big things for their local communities.

Whether you’re looking for a Cosy CafĂ©, a Sunday Roast, a new Hairdo or the Perfect Present, Amex Cardmembers can enjoy a £5 statement credit each time they spend £10 or more at participating small businesses in Archway.







Monday 27 November 2017

Joining up the dots - New Jewellery From Dansk Smykkekunst

1.  Dot to Dot Necklace £28.00 Silver 
2.  Spinning Ball Necklace £28.00 Silver
3.  Spinning Ball Necklace £28.00 Gold
4.  Dot to Dot Necklace £28.00 Gold
5.  Dot Earring £18.00 Silver
6.  Asymmetric Gold Plated 'Circles' Earrings £28.00 Gold
7.  Dot Earring £18.00 Hematite 
8.  Dot Earring £18.00 Gold
9.  Asymmetric Silver Plated 'Circle & Disc' "28.00 Silver
10. 'O' Stud Earring £18.00 Silver
11. 'Circles' Bracelet £28.00 Gold
12. 'Circles' Bracelet £28.00 Silver

We love this new collection from Dansk Smykkekunst here at Map Gift Shop.  It's a development of the SS17 collection with its focus on circles, spheres and discs.  This winter collection has a subtle and understated simplicity with clever contrasts of the circular theme, presented in brushed gold, silver and hematite plated copper.  Each piece has a tactile quality and an affordable price tag.  Easy to wear, stylish and sophisticated Contemporary Fashion Jewellery at it's finest.

Saturday 18 November 2017

Archway My Way - A guided walk with Jen Pedlar

Jen Pedlar 'Queen of Archway' and dear friend of map gift shop is back leading a series of guided walks titled 'Archway my Way'  and the next walk is on Saturday 25th November at 1pm tickets available here.


"I’ve lived in Archway for over thirty years. Let me show you my manor!" 
Archway's regeneration is nearly complete; its brutalist tower has been clad and turned into flats, the controversial gyratory system has finally gone and the amazing new space (and as yet un-named) space has been created.


left.  archway tower in full brutalist glory, centre.  archway tower shrouded during cladding, right. archway tower of today.

On this walk you will, see the place where Dick Whittington famously turned again.  Learn why a bridge was built where there should have been a tunnel.  Hear why priests disguised themselves to buy a pub.  Stand on a point that's at the same level as the top of the dome of St Paul's & get fabulous panoramic views from some of the highest points in London.


Left.  map gift shop in 1904 and 2014 right top Whittington's cat right centre. views from Archway Bridge, right bottom Archway Bridge (also known as suicide bridge)

And what's more..... if you fancy a bit of retail therapy, this is possibly the only guided walk that exits through the gift shop

This circular walk starts at Archway tube station (meet in the ticket hall) and lasts about two hours - you can book tickets through Eventbrite!  We'll post more information about future dates soon!

Wednesday 8 November 2017

Christmas Decoration Collection 2017

We are enormously proud of our Collection of Decorations this year.  We have worked really hard to surpass ourselves and bring you the most special decorations internationally available.

We have six sensational seasonal themes.  Tropical, Regal London, Woodland, Fantasy, Culture Clash and Classic see the full list of decorations here.

Tropical - Pimp up your Alpine with Parrots, Cactus and Flamingo!

Regal LondonDecorations worthy of a King or Queen.  Impressive and bejewelled Embroidered London Landmarks and Emblems alongside our traditional Glass London Decorations.


Woodland - Fun, Felted and Bristle Creatures,  sporting stylish outfits and accessories.

Fantasy - Enter the magical and dreamy world of Mermaids, Mermen, Unicorns & Rainbows......

Culture Clash - Embracing celebration of all cultures.

Classic - Christmas for traditionalists.