Gifts for Dad (even the one who has everything)
Dads are famously hard to buy for: they say they don't want anything, then buy themselves the thing you were about to get. These ideas lean on experiences, treats and upgrades to things he uses every day.
Updated 29 October 2026 · Picked by the Hunch gift hound · How we pick
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1. Useful
Warm hands on cold walks
A pair of pocket-sized, USB-rechargeable hand warmers that snap together with magnets. One for each pocket.
Rechargeable hand warmers (2 pack) · Under £15
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A coffee tour of the world
Six bags of beans from different origins, so they can find a new favourite cup.
World coffees beans gift set · Under £25
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Proper coffee, anywhere
The press coffee fans swear by. Rich, smooth coffee in a minute, at home, at work or on holiday.
AeroPress coffee maker · Under £100
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Chilli lab in a box
Grow, ferment and bottle their own hot sauces. Bragging rights included.
Make-your-own hot sauce kit · Under £50
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A night out that ends in carbs
Hands-on pasta workshop with a local chef, wine often included.
Fresh pasta making class · Under £100
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The knife they'll use every day
A properly sharp, beautifully balanced knife. Upgrades every meal.
Japanese chef's knife · Under £25
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Neapolitan pizza in the garden
Hits 500°C in 15 minutes. Turns every summer evening into a party.
Portable outdoor pizza oven · £100+
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Passport for their spice rack
Twenty-four herbs and spices in one gift box, from smoky paprika to za'atar. New flavours for every week.
Herbs and spices gift set (24 jars) · Under £25
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Happy feet up a hill
Warm, non-itchy merino socks that don't smell after day three.
Merino hiking socks · Under £15
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Warm and dry after the cold dip
A fleece-lined waterproof robe for swims, surfs and muddy walks.
Wild swimming changing robe · Under £100
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A day swinging through the trees
Zip wires and rope bridges at a forest course near them.
Treetop adventure for two · Under £100
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Behind the scenes at their ground
Dressing rooms, the tunnel and pitchside at their club.
Football stadium tour · Under £50
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Flick to kick, like 1985
The classic tabletop football game. Instant pub-style rivalry.
Retro table football game · Under £50
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Their club's ground, on their wall
A minimalist print of their home stadium with their name.
Personalised stadium print · Under £50
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Their childhood, plugged into the telly
A plug-and-play console loaded with classic games.
Retro mini games console · Under £100
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Hound's tip: Think about how he spends a Saturday. The best dad gifts make his favourite hour of the week better.
