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Christmas HamperCannon Hall brings a personal touch to gifts this Christmas with their create-your-own hampers. For a gift that food lovers will adore, simply choose your hamper size then decide what to fill it with from a wide selection of jams, chutneys, biscuits, teas, coffees,

marmalade, stollens, wines and cakes which is then gift wrapped at the till!

Available at Cannon Hall Farm Shop, prices start from around £15

Gift GuideBARNSLEY TODAY

Welcome to our festive gift guide containing, what we think, are some of the best ideas for presents for Christmas 2012 and hopefully will suit all pockets and personalities! We have scoured Barnsley for some lovely locally available gifts to take the stress out of the dreaded shopping season! So sit back with a cuppa and put your feet up, because, hopefully, we’ve got Christmas in the bag!

Kindle Fire HD, 7", 16GBLaunched this September, the Kindle Fire is here with some big upgrades that make it more than just an eBook reader. It can be used for the web, games, email, apps, movies and more, so it’s

difficult to be bored! With no set-up needed and 11 hours of battery life on a single charge, it’s perfect for playing with on Christmas morning.

Also available with 8.9 inch screen and with 32GB memory

Available online from www.amazon.co.uk and in store at selected Argos, Comet and Currys stores, £159

IshartIf you are looking for a unique painting or contemporary Limited Edition Print then Chris Isherwood is your man. Choose from a great selection of prints online and order now in time for Christmas at www.ishart.net

Acqua di Gio Eau de Toilette by Giorgio Armani Inspired by the Sun, Sea and Earth, this fragrance has been a firm favourite since its release in 1996. Acqua di Gio is a fragrance that will suit most men, with a light, fresh marine scent, citrus heart and woody notes.

Available in store and online at The Perfume Shop and www.theperfumeshop.com, £43.50 for 50ml

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Faux Fur Side Bow Boot Slippers These super-soft cosy slippers are a great idea for all ages. Best worn on chilly nights in front of the TV, she’ll find herself not wanting to take these off! They are available in Charcoal, Cranberry, Dark Stone, Purple or Pink and in sizes 3 – 8.

Available in store and online from Marks and Spencer and www.marksandspencer.com, £15.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (Wi-Fi)The latest Samsung Galaxy Tab gives the iPad a real run for its money with a seven-inch touch screen, two cameras, powerful dual-core 1GHz processor and 8GB hard drive providing plenty of space which can be expanded with a microSD card. Slim and light, the tablet is highly portable and with the Wi-Fi capability, you can easily browse the internet in any Wi-Fi hotspot. Unsurprisingly a must have this Christmas.

Available in black or white

Available in store and online at PC World and www.pcworld.co.uk, £199

Bing Bang Oversized Ray Heart Stud EarringsThese beautiful oversized statement earrings are gold plated, providing a stylish focal point for any outfit. Designed to be feminine with a punk rock twist, these are bang on trend for this winter. A perfect gift for teens and younger women, these are guaranteed to put a smile on her face.

Available online from www.asos.com, £45

Naked2 Eyeshadow Palette by Urban DecayThe Naked2 Palette is loved the world over! Contains 12 gorgeous full sized and long-lasting eyeshadow shades that redefine neutral make up! Ranging from pale to deep and matte to sparkly, this palette has it all. It also comes with an exclusive double-ended eyeshadow brush and a mini lip gloss.

Available in store and online at Debenhams, www.debenhams.com, House of Fraser and www.houseoffraser.co.uk, £36

Tomy Rainbow AquaDrawAllowing the kids to be creative used to result in a mess of glitter, glue and sequins covering both child and home, but not anymore thanks to this clever toy! The Aquadraw is a reusable mat that reveals a rainbow pattern when drawn on with water. Comes with unique pens, paintbrush and stampers.

Suitable for 18 months and up

Available in store and online at Argos and www.argos.co.uk, £19.99

Navy and White Sparrow Beanie and ScarfThis lovely hat and scarf are designed for the younger man, with a subtle fashionable design. Just right to wrap up in for a leisurely walk with friends and family on a chilly Christmas Day!

Available in store and online at Topman and www.topman.com, Hat £12, Scarf £14

iPhone 5Boasting a four-inch touch screen, the latest update to the Apple family proves that the only way is up. Thinner, lighter and faster than ever before, the iPhone just gets better. Siri, the voice recognition assistant, is even more resourceful, providing you with the information you need in a flash. With a library of over 700,000 apps available to download, a phone has never made you so time efficient!

Available in black & slate or white & silver

Available in store and online from The Apple Store in Meadowhall and www.store.apple.com/uk, From £529

Emilys Traditional Sweets, Elsecar Heritage CentreWith hundreds of traditional sweets and all of your old favourites , why not re-discover your childhood and treat a loved one to Midget Gems, Sports Mixture & Wine Gums all made by Lions – available by the box, jar or bag.

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Lightfoots Wine Store, Main Street, WentworthWith over 700 products on display in the shop, Derek has something to suit even the most discerning of tastes. Our favourites are Teichenne Chocolate Schnapps £11.30, Glengoyne 10 year old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky £29.95 and Glenkinchie Distillers edition 1992 £47.00

Simpson’s Chocolates, Elsecar Heritage CentreLove Chocolate? Love Shoes? Then why not treat your favourite lady to a chocolate shoe! Also selling a large range of Hand-made delicious chocolates, there is something to suit all ages and tastes.

Kingstons Jewellers, The Arcade, Barnsley Town CentreWanting something for that special person in your life? Then now’s the ideal time to buy with up to 50% off many items including the famous brands Fiorelli, Sekonda and Chamilia

Compact Digital Camera – BlackMobiles are equipped with cameras as standard now, but the image quality can’t compete with a real digital camera like this Fujifilm. This model boasts 16 megapixels, three-inch LCD screen, 20x optical zoom lens and full HD video recording at 1080p. With £50 off the RRP at Curry’s at the moment, it’s an ideal gift to allow anyone to capture memorable moments in life.

Available in store and online from Currys and www.currys.co.uk, currently £199.99, down from £249.99

National Geographic Compact 50mm/180 x Junior TelescopeSpark their interest in the universe around them and the night sky with this first telescope! This model suitable for older children has two eye pieces (16.6mm & 8.3 mm), two image erectors, a 90° diagonal mirror and a tabletop aluminium tripod. It can magnify between 18 and 180 times and you can even see the craters of the moon clearly! This is brilliant for curious minds, boys and girls alike.

Suitable for 8 years and up

Available in store and online from Argos and www.argos.co.uk, £29.99

Furby Interactive ToyYes, they’re back! The craze that swept the nation in 1999 has returned just in time for Christmas. The Furby develops a personality when interacting with children and responds to music, touch and other Furbys. With the modern Furby, you can even download a free app to allow you to understand Furbish, it’s own language. The more you talk to it, the more English it will learn. Promises to keep the kids entertained for hours!

Suitable for 5 years and up

Available in different colours

Available in store and online from Tesco and www.tesco.com , £48.99

Taattoo, High Street, WombwellSearching for an unusual gift? Why not purchase a Taattoo Gift card which is ideal for an individual loved one who would like a new ink or an old one removing and are available from £20.

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Acorn Brewery Ales and BittersAcorn Brewery is based in Wombwell and has an excellent repuation with Dads and Grandads! They produce a wide variety of ales and bitters including Yorkshire Pride, Barnsley Bitter, Blonde, Barnsley Gold, Old Moor Porter and Gorlovka, which make ideal Christmas presents. Gift packs contain two bottles of bitter or ale and an Acorn pint glass; single bottles are also available if you want to put your own gift together.

Gift packs (£7.50) and single bottles (£1.99) are available from Acorn Brewery Limited, Unit 3, Aldham Industrial Estate, Mitchell Road, Wombwell, S73 8HA

Single bottles also available from local shops including Rhythm and Booze, Asda, Tesco, Cannon Hall Farm Shop and Rob Royd Farm Shop, around £1.99 per bottle

Selected beers are also available online at www.mybrewerytap.com

Waterfront Golf Club, Wath Upon DearneStuck for what to buy your sports-mad relative this Christmas? Then why not treat them to some quality golf equipment.

With a large range of clothing and equipment stocked in their pro-shop our favourites were the TaylorMade Penta TP3 & 5 Golf Balls. The TP3 are available for £29.95 for a dozen or buy 2 dozen for £50 – saving of £9.90. The TP5 are £36.95 for a dozen or buy 2 dozen for £65 – saving of £8.90. And the very stylish Druh Belts are sure to put an added ‘bite’ to their game

Druh Belts – Players Collection, available in black & white - £39.95, Druh Belts – made from Crocodile skin - £69.95, including spare buckle.

LeapFrog LeapPad 2 Explorer Learning Tablet Green Tablet computers aren’t just for adults, kids have their own versions too! This model has two cameras, inbuilt microphone, five inch touch screen, 4GB memory and a library of over 225 apps you can download for even more learning and fun! Ranging from books and creative apps to videos and music, there is something for every interest. It challenges the child in a variety of skills and becomes more difficult as the child learns.

Suitable for 3 – 9 years

Also available in pink.

Available in store and online from Early Learning Centre and www.elc.co.uk, £89.99

BOSS Nuit Pour Femme Eau De ParfumInspired by the little black dress, this sensuous and dazzlingly feminine perfume is a must-have hitting the shelves this winter. This is a wonderfully fresh and fruity scent with deep, warm, woody base notes - ideal for someone special. Tried and tested, we can assure you that this is a winner!

Available in store and online from Boots and www.boots.com, £34 for 30ml

Purple Candle Garden Set ASDA’s rich plum modern candle garden is perfect for a dining table centrepiece. The candles nestle in together and are a lovely addition to any home. It comes complete with a silver plate and clear beads, and makes a superb luxurious gift.

Available in store and online at Asda and at www.asda.com, £10

Blush Beauty & Nails, Barnsley Road, WathGive your loved one White Teeth for Christmas with a One Hour Teeth Whitening session Gift Card available for only £59. Quick, effective & affordable, it allows them to get the smile they’ve always wanted.