Travel Essentials

Lather up under the shower either in your hands or with a sponge. Once a bubbly lather quickly appears, apply and wash. If you get in your eyes rinse off with clear water. Shower Blocks are the perfect shower accessory if you want to ditch the plastic but keep that great shower gel feeling. Soap re-imagined for your daily shower with our nourishing oil blend. Guaranteed to leave you feeling and smelling great. We love working with Shower Blocks are they are proud partners of Toiletries Amnesty. Every bar sold gives a shower to someone in need. Shower Blocks are hand made in the UK by Shower Blocks themselves.

Coffee + Vanilla: Because you’re smooth! Wind down and enjoy a nice long soak (but not too long, because you know… water) with our relaxing coffee and vanilla Block.

Lime + Sandalwood: Because you’re fresh! Get ready for the day ahead with our lime and sandalwood block… citrus with woody tones for that classy touch.

Mango + Passionfruit: Because you’re fruity! Get down with the fruity vibes of mango and passion fruit . Eat fruit and smell like it for extra life points.

Mint + Grapefruit: Because you’re juicy! We all love a refreshing mint and grapefruit in the summer sun. Now you can smell like one all year around with our team’s favourite Block.

Peppermint: Because you’re cool! Get refreshed with our cool Peppermint block. For that perfect start to the day.

Coffee Vanilla Ingredients: Sodium Palmate*, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Olivate, Aqua, Glycerine, Parfum, Sodium Hempate, Caprylic capric triglyceride, Sodium Castorate, Sodium Sunflowerate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lactate, Sodium citrate, Colour (Aqua, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Sodium Stearate, Sorbitol, Sodium Laurate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Tetrasodium EDTA, +/- CI 77266, 74160, 51319, 21108), Coumarin, Limonene

Lime Sandalwood Ingredients: Sodium Palmate*, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Olivate, Aqua, Glycerine, Parfum, Sodium Hempate, Caprylic capric triglyceride, Sodium Castorate, Sodium Sunflowerate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lactate, Sodium citrate, Colour (Aqua, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Sodium Stearate, Sorbitol, Sodium Laurate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Tetrasodium EDTA, +/- CI 77266, 74160, 51319, 21108) , Citral, Eugenol, Limonene, Linalool, Coumarin

Mango Passionfruit Ingredients: Sodium Palmate*, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Olivate , Aqua, Glycerine, Parfum, Sodium Hempate, Caprylic capric triglyceride, Sodium Castorate, Sodium Sunflowerate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lactate, Sodium citrate, Colour (Aqua, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Sodium Stearate, Sorbitol, Sodium Laurate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Tetrasodium EDTA, +/- CI 77266, 74160, 51319, 21108), Amyl Cinnamal, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol
*Sourced from 100% RSPO certified sources only.

Mint Grapefruit Ingredients: Sodium Palmate*, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Olivate, Aqua, Glycerine, Parfum, Sodium Hempate, Caprylic capric triglyceride, Sodium Castorate, Sodium Sunflowerate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lactate, Sodium citrate, Colour (Aqua, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Sodium Stearate, Sorbitol, Sodium Laurate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Tetrasodium EDTA, +/- CI 77266, 74160, 51319, 21108), Hexyl cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool

Peppermint Ingredients: Sodium Palmate*, Sodium Cocoate, Sodium Olivate, Aqua, Glycerine, Parfum, Sodium Hempate, Caprylic capric triglyceride, Sodium Castorate, Sodium Sunflowerate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium lactate, Sodium citrate, Colour (Aqua, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Sodium Stearate, Sorbitol, Sodium Laurate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Tetrasodium EDTA, +/- CI 77266, 74160, 51319, 21108)

*Sourced from 100% RSPO certified sources only.

We are in a guidebook! Flick to page 350 to see us described as a happy hubbub...!

Motorway services are boring – motorways are boring – but they’re a necessary and convenient evil when you need to break the journey, especially when travelling with kids and pets. Enter The Extra Mile, here to steer you away from mediocre, expensive motorway service stations and garage forecourt food and into the arms of the UK’s best farm shops, independent cafes, and cosy pubs, all within striking distance of motorway junctions and main A roads.

Why go the Extra Mile? After yet another in a long line of bland ‘lattes’ and limp sandwiches next to the thundering motorway, we asked ourselves if there wasn’t another way. In rejection of soulless, expensive services, we set out to celebrate local alternatives, uncovering places that offer impeccable local food – some direct from the field – space for children and pets to let off steam, and beautiful surroundings. 

The Extra Mile offers a dependable list of independent and brilliant outlets, gorgeous countryside and delicious food worthy of a short detour. They’re all hand-selected and no more than 15 minutes’ drive from a junction, so you can add a bit of magic to your journey while supporting local businesses. 

Short handled bags also available.

These classic, organic, cotton string bags are brilliant for everyday use and are naturally super strong - they will take up to 40kg! CERTIFICATIONS: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS): no chemical pesticides or fertilisers are used in the production of the of the fabric and farmers must work under safe conditions with an agreed minimum wage.

Get rid of those plastic bags and grab one of these. It folds down and fits into your pocket / handbag / backpack.

These bags are so durable! When we had forgotten any extra bags we only had one of these when we did our food shop. It stretches SO MUCH we managed to get everything in (except a long baguette!).

They are also a fab company, putting human rights at the top of their agenda, committing to the 10 principles of Fair Trade organisations

The long handle makes them great for hanging over a pushchair, wheelchair or your shoulder.

Wash at 30c

Do not tumble dry

Long handled bags also available.

These classic, organic, cotton string bags are brilliant for everyday use and are naturally super strong - they will take up to 40kg! CERTIFICATIONS: Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS): no chemical pesticides or fertilisers are used in the production of the of the fabric and farmers must work under safe conditions with an agreed minimum wage.

Get rid of those plastic bags and grab one of these. It folds down and fits into your pocket / handbag / backpack.

These bags are so durable! When we had forgotten any extra bags we only had one of these when we did our food shop. It stretches SO MUCH we managed to get everything in (except a long baguette!).

They are also a fab company, putting human rights at the top of their agenda, committing to the 10 principles of Fair Trade organisations

Wash at 30c and do not tumble dry

Introducing Indy Coffee Guide! Discover over 150 top-notch speciality coffee shops, cafés and roasteries from Cornwall to Essex in this newly extended edition of Indy Coffee Guide England: South.

Browse the maps, get details on the venues and discover the highest-quality independent coffee businesses approved by a committee of leading industry experts.

We are page 192, number 119, go check us out! And our lovely coffee roaster friends at River Coffee Roasters are also featured. 

Next to us, as well, is Fig and Fox, in Romsey! 

The designs all vary and are unique. These have finally made a comeback! We had these when we first opened the shop and customers have continued to ask for them to be reintroduced. Here they are. Folding into a square that can be easily popped into any kag/surirease, or your car, they are a firm favourite for their practicality and beauty.

Stylish, one-of-a-kind and supporting good, buy Nyabo.

Dimensions: folded 14x14cm, open 35cm x 40cm with a hard base.

These bags are handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

The real festival talker.

Each size varies, so please do try them all.

Handmade by Susan Opok in Uganda. Jess first met her in 2011 and they have always chatted about setting up a business together. When Lemon & Jinja started they created Nyabo, a kitenge business making bespoke products. The pattern is called ‘Kitenge’ and is East African.  Each sale from the Nyabo range makes a huge impact to Susan and the work she does in Uganda.

Take care when washing. Oh, and be kind, that's always nice. Wash at 30 celsius max with similar colours. Do not tumble try, do not iron, do not dry clean.

*Please note: the 12oz and 20oz ocean cups have bands on them, the new designs (warm grey and charcoal) do not as they are the new designs. They also have less packaging with them. The 20oz cup has a straw, too!*

These are the perfect on the go cup that can collapse down to pocket size! It's easy to carry with you and means you can say 'no' to disposable takeaway cups.

A full size, leakproof cup that folds down to fit into a pocket. Designed to be sturdy when open & compact when closed.

Pop a Hunu in your gym bag, backpack, handbag, with your camping gear, picnic set or wherever else you need a magic compact cup!

Our reusable food & sandwich wrap is great to wrap your sandwich, bagel and other food items and also doubles as a mat. A great solution for litterless lunches. This reusable organic cotton sandwich/food wrap is a great alternative to disposable plastic bags and wrap. Ideal for sandwiches, snacks, travel and storage.

Features: 100% cotton exterior with waterproof liner to help keep food fresher for longer. Easy and secure velcro closure. Lead, Phthalate and BPA free. Easy care: Rinse to clean and machine washable. Hang to dry. Size: 14” Diameter.

As the clever name suggests this handy little utensil is a cross between a fork and a spoon - in a mini size perfect for travelling! Ideal for a lunch box and for picnicking it will soon become indispensable. Keep in your bag or at work for impromptu occasions.

Made from a single piece of organically grown bamboo, then hand shaped and finished. Bamboo is more durable than wood, is heat & stain resistant and is ideal for non-stick cookware.

Can be washed in the dishwasher however, as with wooden products, we recommend hand washing to prolong life.

Avoid soaking. Not recommended for microwave.

9cm.

Soap Scubbies make a great addition to your bathroom. They are made of a cotton flannel material and are handmade locally by 'Ocean Stitch'. You can hang them in the shower and use them as a soap mitt or alternatively they have a small pocket to store your soap in and make it easy for traveling.

Another great hack to these scrubbies is that if you have any old bars of soap that are getting a bit small to handle and are easy to lose you can pop them into your scrubbie and they will lather up through the fabric. This makes sure none of your soap ends get wasted!

They come in a range of colours and make a great gift if you pair them with one of our cyrills soap bars.