Our Story
Compass & Tide rises like a phoenix from the ashes of a beloved small business left behind in the UK. When we moved to Australia in 2024, we carried with us not only memories of that chapter, but also a determination to build something new — something that honoured both a love of creativity and a longing for a sense of home.
Inspired by the magic of the Mornington Peninsula, Compass & Tide was born in 2025. What began as a simple idea — to create a board game celebrating this beautiful region — quickly grew into a bigger vision: to craft gifts that connect people to the places they hold dear.
For us, Compass & Tide is more than a business. It’s about weaving together community, memory, and joy. It’s about sitting around the table with family and friends, sharing laughter, and feeling a spark of pride in the places that shape us. And it’s about starting anew, rooted in a place that already feels like home.
Our Vision
At Compass & Tide, our vision is simple: to celebrate the places that shape us and the connections we share within them. We believe that where you’re from — or where you feel at home — is more than just a dot on the map. It’s the stories you tell, the people you laugh with, and the memories you carry with you.
That’s why everything we're busy creating is designed to reflect positively on the locations they represent — sparking pride, nostalgia, and belonging. Whether it’s a game around the table with friends, a gift that stirs fond memories, or a keepsake that captures the essence of a beloved place, our designs bring local charm to life.
While our journey begins here on the Mornington Peninsula, our vision reaches beyond one community. Step by step, we hope to celebrate regions far and wide, crafting gifts that unite families, strengthen local pride, and remind us all of the joy found in the places we love most.
