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Afternoon tea for two
A voucher for afternoon tea somewhere special. Check the venues near them and the expiry date.
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Christmas gift ideas for Mum
Ideas for mums who say they don’t want anything: small luxuries, things for the home and garden, and presents that give her time to herself.
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Baby’s first Christmas bauble
A keepsake decoration to hang on the tree every year. Hang it out of baby’s reach.
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Christmas jumper
A festive knit for parties and Christmas Jumper Day. Check the size guide.
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Digital photo frame
Shows a changing slideshow of family photos. Some frames let the family send new pictures from their phones — check how it’s set up before you wrap it.
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Family board game
A new game for the Christmas holidays. Check the age range and the number of players.
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Heated throw
A soft electric throw to curl up under on winter nights. Look for one with several heat settings, an automatic switch-off and a washable cover.
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Luxury chocolate selection
A box of really good chocolates is hard to beat. Check the allergen information if you’re buying for someone with allergies.
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Reusable wooden advent calendar
Fill the drawers with your own treats, notes or activities — a calendar to bring out every December.
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the traitors board game
The Traitors Official Board Game Based on the BBC Series
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Watercolour paint set
Paints, brushes and a pad of watercolour paper — a lovely way to start a new hobby.
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1000-piece jigsaw
A big jigsaw for Christmas afternoons. Pick a picture that suits them — a map, a painting or a busy scene.
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2027 desk diary or planner
A diary or planner for the year ahead. Check whether they prefer a week or a day to a page.
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2027 wall calendar
A calendar for the year ahead in a style they’ll enjoy — dogs, landscapes or art.
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A beautiful clothbound classic
A favourite classic in a handsome hardback edition — a book to keep for years.
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A Book Lover’s Garden (1000-piece jigsaw)
A 1000-piece jigsaw by illustrator Michael Kirkham full of famous literary gardens, from The Secret Garden to Alice in Wonderland.
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A Christmas Carol in a gift edition
Dickens’s ghost story is perfect for reading aloud over Christmas — look for an illustrated gift edition.
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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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Advent candle
A candle marked 1 to 24 to burn a little each day of advent. Never leave it burning unattended.
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Bath and body gift set
A set of bath and body treats — check ingredients if they have sensitive skin.
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Battery fairy lights in a jar
A jar or bottle of tiny warm lights makes a lovely bedside or shelf light. Choose a version with a timer to save batteries.
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Bauble set
A set of baubles to start or refresh a tree. Shatterproof ones are better with pets and toddlers.
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Bed socks
Thick, soft socks for wearing to bed or around the house — an easy stocking filler that always gets used.
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Beeswax food wraps
Washable wraps for covering bowls and wrapping sandwiches. Vegan plant-wax versions are available too.
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Binoculars
Compact binoculars for spotting birds in the garden or on walks.
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Bird feeder station
A feeder station to bring more birds into the garden. Keep it clean and topped up through winter.
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Book subscription box
A book (and often a treat) arriving through the letterbox — a present that keeps giving after Christmas.
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Bug hotel
A wooden shelter for insects to hang in the garden — an outdoor project for spring.
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Calligraphy set
Pens and practice sheets for learning modern calligraphy.
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Candle-making kit
Wax, wicks and scents to make candles at home. Hot wax needs care — adult supervision for younger makers.
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Cast-iron casserole dish
A heavy enamelled pot that goes from hob to oven to table. Check it suits their hob (especially induction) and isn’t too heavy for them to lift.
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Cheese-making kit
A kit for making soft cheese at home — a fun weekend project for adventurous cooks.
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Christmas cookbook
Recipes and timings for the big day, plus ideas for leftovers.
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Christmas film collection on DVD or Blu-ray
A box set of festive favourites for cosy nights in. Check the age ratings for younger viewers.
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Christmas jigsaw
A festive scene to work on together over the holidays.
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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 table runner
A festive runner to dress the table for the big day.
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Christmas tablecloth and napkins
Reusable cloth napkins and a tablecloth make the table feel special and save paper waste.
For Mum, Grandparents
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Christmas village light-up houses
Little light-up houses for a mantelpiece scene — add one each year.
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Clip-on book light
A small rechargeable light that clips onto a book — reading without keeping anyone else awake.
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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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Compost caddy
A neat caddy for food scraps on the worktop, with a lid to keep smells in.
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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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Cooperative board game
Everyone works together against the game — a good choice for mixed ages.
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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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Embroidery kit
A hoop, threads and a printed pattern — a calming craft for winter evenings.
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EXIT: The Game – Family: The Trophy Case & Night at the Carnival
Two escape-room style puzzle adventures in one box, designed for families — solve the riddles to stop a trophy theft and uncover a plot at a funfair.
For Mum, Dad, Kids
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Experience gift box with a choice
A gift box that lets them pick from a range of experiences. Check the full choices and the expiry date.
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Fitness tracker
Tracks steps, workouts and sleep. Check which phones it works with.
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Fluffy dressing gown
A thick, soft dressing gown for lazy mornings. Check the size guide, and whether they prefer a hooded or shawl-collar style.
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Fudge-making kit
A kit for making fudge — a fun Boxing Day project. Hot sugar is very hot: adults should do the boiling.
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Gardening gloves and kneeler
A padded kneeler and tough gloves — practical presents a gardener always needs.
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Gin advent calendar
A miniature behind every door. For adults aged 18 and over — drink responsibly.
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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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Glass teapot with infuser
A teapot with a built-in infuser makes loose-leaf tea easy — and it’s lovely to watch it brew.
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Grow-your-own herb kit
Seeds and pots for growing herbs on a windowsill — good for children with a little help.
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Hand cream trio
A small trio of hand creams for handbag, desk and bedside.
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Hot water bottle with knitted cover
A classic comfort with a soft knitted cover. Buy a bottle with a recent manufacture date and replace old ones — see the date marked on the bottle.
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Jamie Oliver’s 20 Minute Meals
A cookbook of quick dinners made in 20 minutes or less with no more than ten ingredients, including meat-free options. Published 10 September 2026.
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Jewellery box
A box with compartments to keep rings, earrings and necklaces tidy.
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Knitting kit for beginners
A kit with yarn, needles and a simple pattern to make a first project.
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LEGO Icons Holiday House (11387)
A snowy farmhouse with a wrap-around porch, a lit Christmas tree, a horse-drawn sleigh and minifigures — part of LEGO’s Winter Village Collection and made to be displayed every December.
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Loose-leaf tea selection
A box of different teas to explore. Add an infuser if they don’t have one.
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Make-your-own Christmas crackers kit
Fill your own crackers with your own jokes and small gifts — a fun pre-Christmas craft.
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Manicure set
A tidy case of nail tools — a practical present that lasts.
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Mary Berry’s Mary All in One
Mary Berry’s collection of fuss-free one-pot, one-pan and one-tray recipes. Published 8 October 2026.
For Mum, Grandparents
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Matching family Christmas pyjamas
Matching pyjamas to open on Christmas Eve. Order everyone’s size at once.
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Milk frother
Turns milk into café-style foam for lattes and hot chocolates at home.
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Nativity set
A nativity scene to set out each December.
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Outdoor solar fairy lights
Solar-powered lights for trees and fences — no cables to run outside.
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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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Pasta maker
A hand-cranked pasta machine for rolling fresh lasagne sheets and tagliatelle. A good present to share — making pasta is more fun in pairs.
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Reading journal
A journal for keeping track of books read, favourite quotes and what to read next.
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Reed diffuser
A flame-free way to scent a hallway or bathroom — a good choice for homes with pets or children.
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Reusable gift wrap
Fabric wraps (furoshiki style) that can be reused year after year. See our gift-wrapping guide.
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Scented candle in a glass jar
A long-burning candle in a winter scent such as fig, cedar or orange and clove. Never leave a lit candle unattended.
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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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Silk pillowcase
A smooth pillowcase that feels lovely to sleep on. Check the fabric and care instructions.
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Smart bird feeder camera
A feeder with a built-in camera that captures visiting birds and sends the clips to a phone.
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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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Spa day experience
A spa day voucher for relaxing after Christmas. Check the venues and what’s included.
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Tea advent calendar
A different tea to try each day of December.
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The Game of Birds (card game)
A card game created by the author Robert Macfarlane and illustrated by Jackie Morris, in which players work to protect threatened birds. Beautiful to look at, too.
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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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The Story of Iconic Artists (500-piece jigsaw)
A 500-piece jigsaw illustrated by Andrew Rae, packed with famous artists and artworks to spot.
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Tree topper star
A star for the top of the tree. Battery-lit versions avoid trailing cables.
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Walking poles
Adjustable poles that fold away. Check the length range suits their height.
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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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Wildblooms (board game)
A flower-planting strategy game: take seedlings from a shared board, plant your own flower bed and set off combos that make wildflowers bloom.
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Wildflower seed balls
Little balls of seeds to scatter in spring for pollinator-friendly flowers. Choose native UK seed mixes.
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Wine stopper and pourer set
Stoppers, drip-free pourers and bottle tags — a small present for wine lovers.
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Wine-tasting experience
A tasting session at a vineyard or wine bar. For adults aged 18 and over.
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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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Word game
A classic or new word game for the family table.
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Wreath for the front door
A wreath for the front door — artificial ones can be stored and reused each year.
For Mum, Grandparents, Your partner
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