The House of Eden

Welcome to The House of Eden, a beautifully curated boutique tucked away in the far-left corner of Durham Market Hall – and lovingly run by Louisa McLean. Founded in 2020, The House of Eden is known as “the little shop of pretty things” – and it absolutely lives up to its name.

This independent treasure trove is packed full of unique gifts, handmade accessories, personalised items, and home fragrance delights – all carefully chosen to bring a little joy, comfort, and beauty to your day.

Explore the collection:

Home fragrance heaven – including wax melts, soy candles, reed diffusers, incense, sizzlers, room sprays, and smudging sticks
Personal wellbeing and self-care – from bath salts and essential oils to mindful gifts and calming rituals
Pretty & practical accessories – think one-size upcycled kimonos, quirky tote bags, makeup pouches, hair ties, notebooks, and mugs
Unique home décor & thoughtful gifts – all with a sprinkle of style and a dash of personality

Want it personalised? You got it.
Louisa offers a bespoke customisation service – perfect for last-minute gifts, branded workwear, event T-shirts, thank you teacher presents, and photo mugs for birthdays, anniversaries, or “just because” days. Same-day personalisation is often available too – because life doesn’t always give you time to plan ahead!

You’ll also find bestselling favourites like The Essence Vault fragrances, and if a particular scent isn’t in stock, Louisa will happily order it in for you.

Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, creating a mindful space at home, or simply treating yourself to something special, The House of Eden is a must-visit stall for thoughtful gifting, self-care essentials, and pretty things with purpose.

Find The House of Eden in Unit 7 at Durham Market Hall

Open Monday to Saturday, six days a week

Proudly independent. Beautifully curated. Utterly irresistible.

Come and discover your new favourite shop – and say hi to Louisa while you’re there!

Stall 7