Handmade candles in Gloucestershire, Bristol and South Wales: where to find Flo's

The short answer: you can buy Flo's Candle House handmade soy candles at three Gloucestershire shops, in Cirencester, Stroud and Wotton-under-Edge. From 14 November to 13 December 2026, you'll also find us at 11 Christmas markets around Bristol, Gloucestershire and the Forest of Dean. Anywhere else in the UK, order online with free tracked delivery.

Updated 3 November 2026 by Flo, founder of Flo's Candle House, Caldicot, Wales.

Key facts

• Christmas markets 2026: 11 market dates, from Saturday 14 November at Chipping Sodbury Town Hall to Sunday 13 December at Elmstone Hardwicke, near Cheltenham.
• Shops: three Gloucestershire stockists. Each picks its own selection, so call ahead for a particular breed or scent.
• Prices: candles cost from £9 (the flower) to £14.50 (the labrador and schnauzer). Most dog breed candles are £10.50. Wax melts are £4.95 for five, or any three packs for £12.
• At the stall: smell all eight scents, take a candle home the same day, and pay by card, contactless or cash.
• Online orders: made to order, dispatched in 3–5 working days, with free tracked Royal Mail UK delivery, or within 3 working days with Express (£6.99). The Christmas last order date is Thursday 10 December, or Monday 14 December with Express.
• Made in: Caldicot, Monmouthshire, Wales, in 100% natural soy wax with cotton wicks. Everything is vegan and CLP-labelled.
• Buying craft in person: 73% of UK adults bought craft in 2019, and most prefer buying it in person, according to the Crafts Council (2020).
• Labels: scented candles in the UK must carry both fire-safety and CLP chemical labels, according to Trading Standards and the British Candlemakers Federation (2024).

Want to see a dog candle at its real size, or smell a scent before you buy? This guide shows you where to find our candles in person near you, what each costs, and how to order the exact one you want if you can't get to us.

In this guide

• Where can I buy handmade candles near me?
• Which Christmas markets will Flo's Candle House be at in 2026?
• Which shops stock Flo's handmade candles?
• What handmade candles can you buy, and how much are they?
• Which dog breed candles can I buy, and in what colours?
• What can you expect at our Christmas market stall?
• How do I order online if I'm not local?
• How can you tell if a candle is really handmade?
• How should you light a handmade candle safely?
• Wedding favours, business gifts and stocking our candles

Where can I buy handmade candles near me?

Flo's Candle House candles are sold in person in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds, Cheltenham, Stroud, Wotton-under-Edge and the Forest of Dean. Bristol has most of our 2026 Christmas markets, and Gloucestershire has our three shops. In Monmouthshire, Newport and Cardiff, order online for free delivery.

Where can I buy handmade candles in Bristol?

In Bristol, you'll find our handmade candles at six Christmas market dates in 2026. North of the city, we're at Chipping Sodbury on 14 November and 12 December, and at Frampton Cotterell and Iron Acton on 28 November. South of the city, we're at Wraxall on 21 November and West Harptree on 6 December.

There's no Bristol shop stocking us yet. Between markets, the full range is online, made to order and posted free.

Where can I buy handmade candles in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds?

In Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, you can buy our candles all year at three shops: Heartfelt Wishes in Cirencester, Pudney Pie Cafe near Stroud and simply THE SHOP in Wotton-under-Edge. At Christmas we're also at Nailsworth, Wotton-under-Edge and Elmstone Hardwicke, near Cheltenham.

The shop addresses are in the stockists table below.

Where can I buy handmade gifts in the Forest of Dean?

In the Forest of Dean, come to the Christmas Shopping Evening at the Dean Heritage Centre, Soudley, on Friday 20 November 2026, from 18:00 to 21:00. It's our only Forest of Dean date this year. If you can't make it, order online and your candle is posted to you free.

Are Flo's Candle House candles made in Wales?

Yes. Flo's Candle House candles are hand-poured to order in Caldicot, Monmouthshire, South Wales, beside the Prince of Wales Bridge. If you're searching for handmade candles in Monmouthshire or candles made in Wales, they're ours. There's no shop or market in South Wales yet, so order online.

Your candle is made just down the road and posted with free tracked delivery. If you're heading the other way to a Gloucestershire or Bristol market, the Severn crossings have been toll-free since December 2018, as announced by the UK Government's Cross Border Growth blog (2018).

Which Christmas markets will Flo's Candle House be at in 2026?

Flo's Candle House will be at 11 Christmas market dates in 2026. The first is in Chipping Sodbury on Saturday 14 November and the last is near Cheltenham on Sunday 13 December. Most are in South Gloucestershire and around Bristol, with one evening in the Forest of Dean.

Details for each date are on our markets and events page. Where no time is listed, check the organiser's own details before you travel, as fayre opening hours vary.

Tips for market days

• Two markets on one day: on 14 and 28 November there are two events on the same date. Check our events page before you set off.
• Evening markets: the Forest of Dean shopping evening, Nailsworth GoodWill Evening and Christmas Under the Edge all run into the evening, so you can shop after work.
• Come early for choice: by December some colours and breeds may have sold. If you want something specific, come to an earlier market or message us beforehand.
• Bring the dog: dogs are welcome at our stall. Check each venue's own rules before you go.
• Posting a gift on: if you buy at a market and post it to family yourself, Royal Mail's last recommended UK posting date for 2nd Class is Friday 18 December, and Monday 21 December for 1st Class, according to Royal Mail (2026). Royal Mail says these may change.

Can I ask you to bring a specific candle to a market?

Yes. Message us through our contact page before the market with the design, colour and scent you'd like, and we'll do our best to bring it. We pour in small batches, so we can't promise every request, but we'll tell you honestly what we can do.

What other Christmas markets are on in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds?

Gloucestershire has plenty of Christmas markets and goodwill evenings beyond ours, many with handmade stalls. Explore Gloucestershire (2025) listed more than 15 last year, including Stroud's goodwill evening and Cirencester's Advent Market. For a day out, Explore the Cotswolds keeps its own list of Cotswold Christmas markets.

Those lists cover previous years, so check each organiser for 2026 dates before you travel.

Which shops stock Flo's handmade candles?

Three Gloucestershire shops stock Flo's Candle House candles: Heartfelt Wishes in Cirencester, Pudney Pie Cafe near Stroud and simply THE SHOP in Wotton-under-Edge. Each chooses its own selection from our range, so call ahead if you want a particular breed, colour or scent.

If you're in Wotton on Saturday 5 December, you can visit simply THE SHOP and find our stall at Christmas Under the Edge the same evening. All three shops are listed on our stockists page.

What if the shop doesn't have the candle I want?

If a stockist doesn't have the breed, colour or scent you want, order it online instead. Every design is made to order in your choice of colour and scent, then posted free. You can also ask us to bring it to one of our Christmas markets.

What handmade candles can you buy, and how much are they?

Flo's Candle House makes dog breed candles, animal candles, sculptural candles, seasonal candles and soy wax melts. Candles cost £9 to £14.50, and most dog breed candles are £10.50. Wax melts are £4.95 for a pack of five, or any three packs for £12. Every piece comes in eight scents or Unscented.

The ribbed sphere is featured in Good Housekeeping UK's December 2026 issue. You can see it in person at our markets. Our sculptural candles guide covers styling and burning shaped candles.

Which scents can I choose?

You can choose from eight scents: Vanilla, Lavender, Coconut & Lime, Apple & Cinnamon, Fresh Linen, Sandalwood, Rose and Snow Angel. Unscented is also available. The ghost and pumpkin candles also come in Pumpkin Spice. Wax melts come in the same eight scents.

Unscented suits a candle that will mostly sit on a shelf, or someone sensitive to fragrance. At the stall you can smell every scent first. Online, the scent and room table in our wax melts guide helps you choose.

What handmade candle gifts are there under £10?

Under £10, you can choose the flower candle at £9, the French bulldog mini at £9.50, or a pack of five soy wax melts at £4.95. The ghost and pumpkin candles are £10 each. All are hand-poured in soy and come in your choice of scent. See all gifts under £10.

For office swaps, our Christmas candle guide has more Secret Santa ideas under £10 and stocking fillers.

Which dog breed candles can I buy, and in what colours?

Flo's Candle House makes dog candles in 13 breeds, from the £9.50 French bulldog mini to the £14.50 labrador and schnauzer. Each breed comes in a set of coat colours, and you can send a photo of your dog before ordering so we can suggest the closest match. More breeds are on the way.

Can I get a candle that matches my dog's colour?

Yes. To get a candle that matches your dog, send us a photo through our contact page before you order, and we'll suggest the closest coat colour from that breed's range. At a market, just show us a photo on your phone. The coat colour section of our dog breed gift guide shows every option.

For help choosing by person or occasion, such as a new puppy or a dog walker, see our dog breed gift guide and the new puppy gifts collection.

Is there a candle to remember a dog or cat?

Yes. You can choose a breed candle or our cat candle in your pet's colour as a keepsake. Choose Unscented if you'd rather keep it on a shelf than burn it. See our pet memorial gifts, and our pet memorial guide for gentle advice on remembering a pet.

What can you expect at our Christmas market stall?

At the Flo's Candle House stall you can smell every scent, see each candle at its real size and take one home the same day. We take card, contactless and cash, and dogs are welcome. If the design you want isn't on the table, we can make it to order and post it to you.

• Smell every scent. All eight scents are there to try, so you can pick a favourite for yourself or the person you're buying for.
• See the size properly. The French bulldog is a mini at 5.2cm tall, while the schnauzer stands 10cm. Side by side, it's easier to choose a pair.
• Take it home the same day. Anything on the table can go home with you, which helps if you've left a present late.
• Match your dog's coat. Show us a photo of your dog and we'll help you pick the closest colour.
• Order what isn't there. If the right breed or colour isn't on the table, we'll take your details, make it to order and post it to you free.

Seeing a candle in person is a good way to choose. Most UK craft buyers still prefer to buy in person, according to the Crafts Council (2020).

How do I order online if I'm not local?

To order a Flo's Candle House candle online, choose the design, colour and scent on its product page, add a gift message in the cart if it's a present, and check out. We make it to order, dispatch it in 3–5 working days and post it free with tracked Royal Mail delivery anywhere in the UK.

1. Choose your candle. Start with dog breed candles, animal candles, sculptural candles or wax melts.
2. Pick a colour and scent. Choose one of eight scents, or Unscented if it's a keepsake.
3. Send a photo if you're unsure. For dog candles, send a photo of your dog through our contact page and we'll suggest the closest colour.
4. Send it as a gift. Add a free gift message in the cart and enter the recipient's address, so it goes straight to them.

Ordering and delivery: every order is made to order and dispatched in 3–5 working days, with free tracked Royal Mail UK delivery and no minimum spend. In a hurry? Express (£6.99) is made first and dispatched within 3 working days by Royal Mail Tracked 24. For Christmas, please order by Thursday 10 December, or Monday 14 December with Express. Returns, damage and UK-only delivery details are on our delivery and returns page.

Can I collect an online order instead?

There's no postage to save, because UK delivery is free with no minimum spend. If you'd rather pick something up in person, buy from one of our three Gloucestershire stockists or at a market. You can message us before a market to ask us to bring a particular candle.

What if I miss the Christmas last order date?

If you miss Thursday 10 December, choose Express at checkout and order by Monday 14 December. After that, you can still buy in person. Our last 2026 markets are Hatherell's Yard Market in Chipping Sodbury on Saturday 12 December and the Clavell and Hind Christmas Event near Cheltenham on Sunday 13 December. Our three stockists are open too.

See the order dates section of our Christmas candle guide for full timings, and the Christmas gifts collection for ideas. Our gift guide sorts gifts by person.

What if my candle arrives damaged?

If your candle arrives damaged, send us a photo within 48 hours and we'll remake it or refund you. Unused, unlit items can be returned within 14 days. Our candles have a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 34 verified buyer reviews, many from Etsy.

How can you tell if a candle is really handmade?

To tell if a candle is really handmade, ask who poured it, look for small variations between pieces, and check the label for the wax type and UK safety information. There's no official UK definition of "handmade" for candles, so these checks are our own advice as makers, and they apply wherever you shop.

• Ask who poured it. At a market, the person behind the table should be able to tell you which wax and wick they use and how the candle was made.
• Look for small variations. Hand-poured, hand-finished candles have tiny differences in finish and colour. Identical pieces in huge quantities usually suggest large-scale production.
• Check the wax. The label or listing should say what it's made from. Ours are 100% natural soy wax with cotton wicks, and vegan.
• Soy "bloom" is normal. A soft white frosting on soy wax is a natural characteristic, not a fault. Our soy candle guide explains why.

What does "hand-poured" mean?

"Hand-poured" means a person pours the melted wax into each mould by hand, rather than a production line filling them. At Flo's Candle House, every candle is poured to order in soy wax with a cotton wick, left to set, then finished by hand. There's no warehouse of finished stock.

That's why you can order a basset hound in liver or a Shiba Inu in sesame: your colour is poured for you. Candles on our stall and in shops are made the same way, just ahead of time.

What should a UK candle safety label show?

A scented candle sold in the UK should carry fire-safety warnings and a CLP label, which gives hazard and allergen information about the fragrance. Wax melts need the CLP label but not the candle fire warnings. A missing label suggests the maker may not be following the rules.

The CLP part lists the supplier's name, address and phone number, the product name, any pictograms and the hazard and precautionary statements. Words such as "non-harmful" and "non-polluting" aren't allowed on these labels, according to Trading Standards and the British Candlemakers Federation (2024). Every candle and wax melt we sell carries CLP labelling.

How should you light a handmade candle safely?

Light a handmade soy candle on a heatproof surface, with the wick trimmed to 5mm, and never leave it unattended. Customers often say our dog candles are "too sweet to light", and many keep them on a shelf. Every one has a proper cotton wick, though, so follow these simple rules when you do light it.

• Trim the wick to 5mm before each burn.
• Stand it on a heatproof surface or plate, away from draughts, curtains and shelves.
• Let the top melt fully on the first burn.
• Never leave it unattended, and keep it away from children and pets.
• Fire services, citing the national Fire Kills campaign, link candles to around 300 casualties a year in the UK, according to Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service (2024).

Our soy candle guide has the full safety and burning advice. For shaped candles, see our sculptural candles guide. If you have pets, read the soy candle guide's section on dogs and cats. For wax melts, see our wax melts guide.

Wedding favours, business gifts and stocking our candles

Can I hire a wax melt favour cart for a wedding near Bristol or Gloucestershire?

Yes. Flo's Candle House hires out a styled wax melt favour cart for weddings in South Wales, Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire and the South West. Packages start from £195 for up to 50 guests. We deliver, set up and collect the cart, and the favours come in your colours and scents.

Every hire includes personalised tags and signage, and bags or boxes. A 25% deposit secures your date. See wedding favour cart hire, or our guide to candle gifts for special occasions for christenings, new babies and more.

Can I order branded candles for my business?

Yes. Local businesses can order custom-labelled soy candles with their logo at £12 each, from a minimum of 10, with no VAT added. Each is white soy in a clear glass jar with a wooden finish, and you approve a real sample first. Delivery takes 3–4 weeks from sample approval, to one address or many.

See corporate gifting or the corporate gifts section of our special occasions guide.

Can my shop or event stock Flo's candles?

Yes. Gift shops, pet boutiques, farm shops, cafes and interiors stores can request our trade catalogue on the wholesale page and choose designs, colours and scents for their shelves. Market and fair organisers looking for a candle stall, especially in Monmouthshire and South Wales, can get in touch through our contact page.

Find us this Christmas

Pick the nearest market or shop from the tables above, or order online and have your candle made in your colour and scent and posted free. See all our market dates.