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Christmas jumper
A festive knit for parties and Christmas Jumper Day. Check the size guide.
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Christmas gift ideas for him
Presents for the men in your life — brothers, sons, friends and boyfriends — from useful gadgets and cosy bits to food, drink and hobbies.
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Gaming headset
A headset with a microphone for team games. Check it works with their console or PC.
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Instant camera
Prints a photo seconds after you take it — perfect for parties. Remember to buy film too.
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Noise-cancelling headphones
Over-ear headphones that block out background noise — a big present for frequent travellers.
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Rechargeable hand warmer
A pocket warmer that charges over USB — many also work as a small power bank.
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the traitors board game
The Traitors Official Board Game Based on the BBC Series
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A new cookbook
A new cookbook from a cook they like, or a style of food they’ve been wanting to try.
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Bamboo cutlery travel set
A reusable fork, knife, spoon and straw in a pouch.
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Bean-to-cup coffee machine
The big present for a coffee lover. Compare sizes, milk options and how easy it is to clean.
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Beer advent calendar
A different beer for each day of advent. For adults aged 18 and over — drink responsibly.
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Bluetooth speaker
A portable speaker for music anywhere. Water-resistant models are handy for bathrooms and picnics.
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Chain Reaction by Lee Child and Andrew Child
The 31st Jack Reacher thriller, in which Reacher looks into the murder of a Pentagon team member in a remote Colorado town. The publisher’s publication date is 20 October 2026.
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Christmas music on vinyl
A festive album on vinyl to play while the presents are opened.
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Christmas socks
Silly Christmas socks — the classic stocking filler.
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Classic analogue watch
A smart, simple watch for everyday wear. Check the strap size and whether it’s water-resistant.
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Cocktail-making set
A shaker, strainer, jigger and spoon for making cocktails (and mocktails) at home.
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Coffee grinder
Freshly ground beans make a real difference. Manual grinders are quiet and compact; electric ones are faster.
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Coffee-table book on a favourite subject
A big, beautifully illustrated book to dip into. Pick a subject they love, from mountains to classic cars.
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Controller charging station
A dock that keeps two controllers charged and tidy. Make sure it matches their console.
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Cookery class voucher
A class to learn bread, curry, pasta or knife skills. Check the locations before buying.
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Cordless drill driver set
A cordless drill and driver set for putting up shelves and assembling furniture. Check whether a battery and charger are included.
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Cosy beanie and bobble hat
A warm hat for winter walks — always useful, easy to wrap.
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Craft beer selection
A mixed case or gift box of beers from independent breweries. For adults aged 18 and over — drink responsibly.
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Desk toy
A Newton’s cradle, kinetic sand or other fidget to keep on the desk.
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Driving experience
A voucher to drive a supercar or rally car on a track. Check age, licence and height rules.
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E-reader
Holds a whole library and lets readers enlarge the text. Check which e-book store it works with.
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Fitness tracker
Tracks steps, workouts and sleep. Check which phones it works with.
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Gaming chair
A supportive chair for long gaming or homework sessions. Check the size and weight limits.
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Gin tasting set
A box of small bottles to compare different gins. For adults aged 18 and over — drink responsibly.
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Golf balls
A box of balls — always welcome by anyone who plays.
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Head torch
Hands-free light for winter dog walks, camping or working under the sink.
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Hot sauce collection
A sampler of hot sauces from mild to fiery. A good Secret Santa present for the office chilli fan.
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Insulated flask
Keeps tea or soup hot on cold days — and saves buying drinks on the go.
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Keyring torch
A tiny rechargeable torch for the keyring. Choose one without a button cell, or keep spare cells away from children.
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Laser distance measure
Measures a room in seconds — much easier than a tape measure on your own.
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Leather wallet
A slim wallet with card slots. Check whether they carry notes and coins.
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LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
An open-world LEGO adventure following Batman across Gotham City, with two-player local co-op. Out on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (May 2026) and Nintendo Switch 2 (September 2026) — buy the right version for their console.
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LEGO Ideas Wallace & Gromit (21371)
A fan-designed LEGO Ideas display model of Wallace and Gromit on their motorbike and sidecar from A Close Shave, with posable figures. A satisfying build for a grown-up fan.
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Metal puzzle brain teasers
Twisted-metal puzzles to take apart and put back together. Great for stockings and Secret Santa.
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Packing cubes
Zip cubes that keep a suitcase organised. Pair with a luggage tag for a travel-themed present.
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Party game for grown-ups
A quick, silly game for friends and family. Check the content is right for your group.
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Phone tripod with remote
A small tripod and Bluetooth remote for steady phone photos and videos.
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Portable power bank
A pocket battery to top up a phone on the go. Check the connectors match their phone.
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Rechargeable AA batteries and charger
Not glamorous, but useful all year — and it saves buying throwaway batteries for new toys on Christmas morning.
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Record player
A turntable for starting (or restarting) a record collection. Check whether it has built-in speakers.
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Resistance band set
Bands of different strengths for home workouts — light and easy to pack.
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Retro mini games console
A small plug-in console with classic games built in — a nostalgia present that gets the family playing.
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Reusable coffee cup
A leak-proof cup for the commute.
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Reusable water bottle
A stainless-steel bottle that keeps drinks cold (or hot). Check it fits their bag or cup holder.
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Scratch-off world map
A wall map where you scratch off the countries you’ve visited.
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Sheepskin-style slippers
Warm, cushioned slippers with a proper sole so they can nip out to the bins in them. Mule or full-back — think about how they wear them.
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Shower speaker
A small water-resistant speaker for music or podcasts in the bathroom.
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Sketchbook and drawing pencils
A quality sketchbook and a set of graded pencils for drawing practice.
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Sock advent calendar
A pair of socks behind every door — useful all year.
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Solid shampoo bars
Shampoo in a bar — no plastic bottle and easy to pack.
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Sourdough starter kit
Everything to get a sourdough habit going — usually a starter, a proving basket and a scraper.
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Speciality coffee gift box
A selection of coffees to try — check whether they need beans or ground coffee for their machine.
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Spice rub set
Rubs and seasonings for meat, fish and veg — a small present that gets used all year.
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The Heights by Ian Rankin
A standalone thriller from the creator of Rebus: a detective investigates the murder of a night concierge in a luxury London tower block. Published in hardback on 8 October 2026.
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Two-player strategy game
A game designed for two — good for quiet evenings.
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Universal travel adaptor
One adaptor for plugs around the world, often with USB ports too.
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We Chase Shadows by Richard Osman
The second We Solve Murders mystery: a body at an Italian villa sends the mismatched detective trio after a killer from Italy to Palm Springs. Published in hardback on 10 September 2026.
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Weighted blanket
A heavy blanket for snuggling under on the sofa. Pick a weight suited to the person, and note these are not suitable for young children.
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Whisky tasting glasses
Tulip-shaped tasting glasses help bring out the aroma — a lasting present for a whisky drinker.
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Whisky tasting set
A selection of miniatures to taste side by side — a good way to discover new distilleries. For adults aged 18 and over — drink responsibly.
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Wireless earbuds
Cable-free earbuds for music, podcasts and calls. Check they work with the person’s phone.
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Wooden mechanical model kit
A kit of laser-cut wooden parts that builds into a working model — no glue needed on many kits.
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Wool-blend scarf and gloves set
A matching scarf and gloves — classic and always useful in a British winter.
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Yoga mat and blocks
A non-slip mat with blocks or a strap. Thicker mats are comfier on the knees.
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