The Ivy Cavern

Discover a enchanting realm of whimsical gifts and unique treasures at this highly-rated Scarborough boutique.

The Ivy Cavern is a delightful and highly-rated gift shop nestled on the mezzanine floor of Scarborough's historic Market Hall, near St Helen's Square. With a stellar 5/5 star rating from numerous satisfied visitors, this charming independent boutique is celebrated for its unique and whimsical atmosphere.

Specialising in a wonderful array of fairy and cottagecore themed items, the shop offers a vast selection of distinctive gifts. Shoppers can explore unique ornaments, beautiful art prints, characterful tote bags featuring designs like mushrooms, fairies, insects, and even 'vault ghost' motifs, alongside an adorable range of earrings. Visitors consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff who curate this collection of truly special finds.

Visiting Information

The Ivy Cavern is open Tuesday to Friday from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and on Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The shop is closed on Mondays and Sundays. Please note that wheelchair accessible parking is not available. For convenience, a variety of payment options are accepted, including credit cards, debit cards, and NFC payments.

5.0

from 12 reviews

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Showing 5 of 12 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 5 February 2026.

Anonymous

5/5

6 months ago

Very whimsical shop. We bought a pair of handmade adventurine lucky frog earrings and a tote bag. We wanted to buy all their tote bags as they had cutesy prints (mushroom/fairys/insects) but decided on the poisonous plants one. Thank you for the freebie print as well. Will definitely visit again next time we are in Scarborough.

Anonymous

5/5

3 years ago

The sweetest little fairy shop! There was a great range of unique fairy/cottagecore ornaments, the cutest earrings youve ever seen and cards. I got the cutest vaults ghost totebag and I'll be coming back later for matching ghost earrings

Anonymous

5/5

5 months ago

We came here whilst we were on holiday, it is a beautiful little store with a vast amount of gifts to look at , the prints are lovely ! The lady who works/owns the shop was also very friendly, polite and helpful aswell. There are lots of unique and pretty gifts to choose from, if you in or around the area definitely pop in and have a look, you wont be disappointed 😊

Anonymous

5/5

3 years ago

Amazing finds in this tiny little shop in the vaults of Scarborough Market. All her jewellery is handmade and her gifts are so unusual, like this little fairy!

Anonymous

5/5

2 years ago

My partner visited and bought me a dragonfly brooch as he knew I would love it. I visited your website and can't wait to visit your shop. Next time I'm over from York I will say hello. Your artwork is so my thing. I've also told my sister as she will absolutely love it too. You are so talented! I am making my granddaughter a fairy garden and can't wait to add your items to it. Am truly blown away by your ideas xx