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Our bespoke A4 map poster prints have been a real success since they were introduced to our range nearly two years ago. So we thought we'd have a look back at your orders to see which of our prints was the most popular. Clearly, and at the very top of the list, was Norfolk! Spectacular Norfolk So what is it...

At Bombus we are true romantics! This time of year is all about love. And we love love. Because it is what we do best. Big declarations of love in our map artwork. Tokens of friendship with keepsake bottles and handmade cards... And is there a more well known symbol of the season of love than Cupid? Cupid is a...

If you're like us, you're already thinking ahead to the most magical time of the year. And when it comes to the festive season, the first thing to appear on those to-do lists are getting out the box(es) of decorations to deck the halls. And there really is nothing quite like seeing those precious and meaningful baubles year after year...

Twenty years ago our Director Amelia made her first Bombus Map Heart Card. And the rest, as they repeatedly say, is history. We designed our Bombus Heart to make the most out of the materials we use in our gifts. And we specially considered the shape to highlight the details of all the maps we use. A line that gives...

Every month we are asking if you know about your birth flower. And this month we're talking about the MARIGOLD! The idea that birth flowers, such as the marigold, have meanings was introduced in the early 18th century by members of the literary community. So each month was assigned a flower. And it was thought that the characteristics of those...

“If there were one more thing I could do, it would be to go on safari once again.” Isak Dinesen At Bombus we’ve spent the past twenty years creating ways for you to remember the most special of moments. From travel adventures, to milestone occasions, or lifelong achievements. We have always strived to design unique and personal art that helps...

Following on from one of our Sustainability Blogs on how we’re trying our hand at growing our own vegetables this year…we thought we’d give let Jo give you a quick update on her progress as she attempts to Grow Her Own. The greenhouse is full of almost ripe tomatoes, chilies, peppers...and the cucumbers are almost finished! A reminder on why...

It all started with a card In 2002 our Director, Amelia, designed our very first Bombus gift at her kitchen table here in Kent. Twenty years later and it is still our best selling product. And we can see why. It’s an iconic, timeless, and emotive gift that we love just as much as you. The essence of Bombus As...

Every month we are asking if you know about your birth flower, and this month we're talking about the Aster! The idea that birth flowers, such as the aster, have meanings was introduced in the early 18th century by members of the literary community. So each month was assigned a flower. And it was thought that the characteristics of those...

With both weddings and travel back on the agenda post-pandemic, it’s only natural that the honeymoon is also making a return! Based on your requests for our map wedding gifts, and honeymoon mementos, we have been able to compile a list of the Top Five most popular honeymoon destinations of 2022 so far. It’s not hard to see why you’ve...

Our personalised map location artworks are the iconic Bombus gift. We get hundreds of requests a week for different destinations all across the globe. But inevitably, some places are more popular than ever! And it does change dramatically depending on circumstances and seasons! For example, during the height of the pandemic we saw a massive rise in map requests for...

Following on from our blog series on how we all at Bombus continue our Sustainability Pledge into our personal lives, we take a closer look at one more way we can help the environment! No Mow May In our attempts at Bombus to Save the Bees, and Help the Butterflies, one initiative we have taken a huge interest in is...

Every month we are asking if you know about your birth flower, and this month we're talking about the Water Lily! The idea that birth flowers, such as the water lily, have meanings was introduced in the early 18th century by members of the literary community. So each month was assigned a flower. And it was thought that the characteristics...

At Bombus we're always harping on about sustainability. Environmentally friendly. Plastic free. From how we source our supplies, to how we run our studio. You can read our sustainability pledge right here. It's an ethos we truly believe in. Which is why, it's not only in business that we live by these principles. We are sincere when we say that...

Perfect for the Summer of 2022 It's official, the weddings are back. And so are the wedding gifts! And after a few years of careful and low-key gatherings, BIG parties are once again the talk of the summer. It wasn't clear what would happen after the pandemic, whether or not smaller more intimate gatherings would become the norm for weddings…but...

Every month we are asking if you know about your birth flower, and this month we're talking about the Rose! The idea that birth flowers, such as the rose, have meanings was introduced in the early 18th century by members of the literary community. So each month was assigned a flower. And it was thought that the characteristics of those...

Every month we are asking if you know about your birth flower, and this month we're talking about the Lily! The idea that birth flowers, such as the lily, have meanings was introduced in the early 18th century by members of the literary community. So each month was assigned a flower, and it was thought that the characteristics of those...

The home of Bombus! We love where we live and work. In the heart of the Garden of England, our Bombus Oast House sits in the middle of Brenley Farm. A beautiful plot tucked away just on the outskirts of the old market town of Faversham. Our windows are always open, with views across the farm. With so much history...

Every month we are asking if you know about your birth flower, and this month we're talking about the daisy! The idea that birth flowers, such as the daisy, have meanings was introduced in the early 18th century by members of the literary community. Each month was assigned a flower, and it was thought that the characteristics of those would...

Kent’s Hot Spot for 2022 This small island off the north coast of Kent has been hitting the headlines over the past year. The Isle of Sheppey has been listed in the Time Out Top Ten Places to Visit 2022, and was mentioned in The Sunday Times as the fastest growing property hotspot in Kent. Especially for people moving out...

Want to work for a creative and exciting enterprise in the Kent Countryside? Bombus has a vacancy at our Oast House location in Faversham. It's a great opportunity to work for a small local company. Are you interested in working for a dynamic independent business? Then what are you waiting for! Apply Now [email protected] OFFICE MANAGER THE ROLE We’re looking...

As the weather shifts into autumn, those of us who love our gardens will be pulling up our wellies and getting stuck into those post-summer jobs. It’s the perfect time of year to harvest this year’s crops…and to think about what preparations are needed for over the winter to get ahead for next year’s planting. And the Bombus team love...

At Bombus we’re all about LOCATION! We asked our team to give us the low-down on some of the places they’d visited recently, along with their top picks, must sees, and insight into travelling during the pandemic. Jo's Story Jo is the Bombus Marketing and Accounts Manager and has spent the last eighteen months working from home. She took her...

We ARE the Original Map Gift Company. And the reason we are, is because we LOVE maps. I know, we harp on about it a lot. But when you have so many works of art at your finger tips, it’s hard not to want to share them with everyone! But just telling you we like maps isn’t enough…you ask us...

Last year was a difficult year for couples looking to tie the knot. With weddings cancelled, or scaled back, many planned celebrations were put on hold. But not any longer! Couples are already re-booking their weddings with a frenzy. And it is going to be one major Wedding BOOM. The Wedding advice website confetti.co.uk has predicted that over 200k extra...

A Letterbox Gift is a term that simply means that the gift you are sending, fits through their letterbox! Birthday Gifts sent straight through their door With so many of us still unable to see some of our loved ones for their birthday, sending them something in the post is as close as we can get to giving them a...

Thoughtful Gifts for the people we miss the most I've lost count how many times I've said 'I miss my Mum' over the past twelve months. It is comforting, however, to know that none of us are alone in that feeling. We're all missing someone, and we will all put up with it knowing that doing so keeps them safe...

Introducing our new luxury range of Personalised Soy Candles Our sense of smell is the most powerful memory we have. And right now, those of us suffering with Wanderlust, are in need of those memories more than ever! Well, at Bombus we've got something that might help. Our latest gift range...beautifully fragranced Personalised Soy Candles. We've chosen a whole range...

When the idea first came up that I should write a post about Tablescaping …I did a little jump of delight. This is MY THING. My house is never without a seasonal decoration…vases of daffs and tulips through spring, a rogue bunny or two at Easter…red white and blues for Olympics and World Cups…and of course, endless pumpkins, acorns, and...

Say thank you to staff and associates, with a personal gift this Christmas We are super lucky at Bombus. We have a team of dedicated and hard working women who have held it all together during this mad mad year. With coronavirus making the world so uncertain, we didn't know what was going to happen with the business. Would it...