It’s official! One of the UK’s best gift retailers is right here in Southport. Medusa Gems Gift Shop, set in the stunning Wayfarer’s Arcade, has been selected as a finalist in The Greats Gift Retailer Awards 2020!
Whilst we, of course, believe without any doubt that there are brilliant independents businesses of all kinds in Southport, businesses that make Southport worthy of recognition as a destination for good boutique shopping and eating, it makes us proud to see someone recognised Nationally. Owner Helen is excited to see her dedication and passion for her business recognised at this level.
The Greats Awards, now in their 18th year, were launched by Progressive Gifts & Home magazine to recognise and reward the UK’s very best gift retailers across the retail spectrum.
“These dedicated awards for gift retailers have risen immeasurably in status over the years and are now universally acknowledged as being true accolades of excellence,” commented Sue Marks, Editor of Progressive Gifts & Home. “Being selected as a finalist was a fantastic achievement. There was a huge entry this year, with some outstanding, first class entries.”

Medusa Gems in Wayfarer’s Arcade has been shortlisted as the UK’s best gift retailer
All retail finalists were decided as a result of an industrywide poll of gift suppliers, reps and agents and validation by a panel of experts.
The winners of this year’s prestigious gift retailing Awards – The Greats 2020 – will be revealed at a digital awards ceremony on September 30th.
The Awards recognise and celebrate not only the top independent and multiple gift retailers regionally and nationally, but also outstanding retail employees.
To find out more about the awards and their nominees, please head to thegreatsawards.co.uk:
Find Medusa Gems Gift Shop on the corner of Wayfarer’s Arcade and Lord Street. We highly recommend paying them a visit next time you pass to see what all the hype is really about!
1 Wayfarers Arcade,
311 Lord Street,
Southport,
Merseyside PR8 1NY
01704 542999