The Red Squirrel
For Toy Shop of the Year, Cumbria 2026
Status:Winner announced
Winner
Cumbria 2026
The Red Squirrel was voted Toy Shop of the Year in Cumbria 2026 by the people who use them.
The Red Squirrel is a Carlisle-based independent gift and stationery shop with an online store and a local HQ shop. Its product categories include games and toys alongside curated gifts and quirky finds. The business promotes its opening times and operates as an award-recognised small business.
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