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1. The Hummingbird Bakery’s Father’s Day collection
Sweet treats
Sweet-toothed father figures will enjoy tucking into The Hummingbird Bakery’s tasty collection. Options include the Father’s Day cupcake selection box (£19), the Father’s Day biscuit bar (£25), and the DAD Mile High cake (from £50) which has six layers of dark chocolate sponge layered with homemade salted caramel and covered with smooth chocolate buttercream.
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There’s no doubt about it, socks are still a great dad gift. SockShop has lots of items in its Father’s Day store, including this “world’s strongest dad” gift box (£29), which includes three pairs of cotton socks. Other nifty items include Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Marvel Comics, and Jeep socks.
Camden Town Brewery has launched three exclusive beer bundles for Father’s Day. The Fresh Dad Beer Gift Box (£18) comes with two Hells Lager bottles, Jack Senior and Junior glasses (pint and half pint), and a Martyna Bar blade (bottle opener). The Arch 55 Craft Beer Gift Set (£25) has a 12-can mixed pack and Arch 55 socks. And the Cheers Dad! Gift Set (£39) has a 12-can mixed pack, a “Cheers” T-shirt, and a Jack pint glass.
These compact speakers not only offer crisp, high-quality audio, but also look stylishly cool in any room of the house. Available in five different colours.
The Riedel Spirits glass is a stylish addition to your dad’s home bar. Its sleek design emphasises the bouquet of a spirit and the slim, flute-shaped bowl allows its contents a very small evaporation surface.
Treat your dad to a trip to The Montagu Arms, located in the heart of the New Forest and just a stone’s throw from the Beaulieu Motor Museum with its world-class collection of vintage cars. The classic car package includes an overnight stay in a stylish Courtyard Room – developed within the original 1920s chauffeur garages – breakfast, and a tasting menu experience at the award-winning Terrace Restaurant, as well as classic car hire, and tickets to Beaulieu Motor Museum.
This hamper from Trewithen Dairy represents a true taste of Cornwall. It comes with two traditional Cornish pasties, two 500ml cans of Korev Lager from St Austell Brewery, and Cornish tea bags or Cornish ground coffee. There’s also strawberry jam, cornish clotted cream and a choice of scones (plain, fruit or gluten free).
This pack features five different 30ml sample drams of delicious whisky from exceptional producers around the world, from richly sherried to coastal and smoky Scotch. It comes in a jazzy-looking box, so no need for wrapping.
A finalist in the tech and gadget category at the 2022 Gift Of The Year awards, this useful Guitar Multitool can fit comfortably in your pocket. The tools include a bottle opener, knife, flathead screwdriver and a Phillips screwdriver.
Give your dad some superhero powers on the golf course with these Marvel Volvik balls. The pack contains four officially licensed Marvel Merchandise Volvik Vivid golf balls and a magnetic hat-clip superhero ball marker. The Volvik Vivid golf ball is the world’s first ever matte finish golf ball and provides better visibility to help a player locate their golf ball with ease. Choose from six different collectable superhero boxes: Black Panther, Black Widow, Captain America, Hulk, Spiderman and Thor.
Every El Camino bracelet and necklace is bespoke, so can tell the story of the places your father has been, or those he still dreams of going to around the world. Handmade in the UK and available in different colours, you can adorn them with cylindrical “Steps” that tell the tales of destinations visited. Bracelets start from £26.99, necklaces from £34.99, and Steps from £10.49.
This “pub in a box” from Salcombe Brewery in Devon is a perfect gift for any beer fan and includes everything they need for a quiet night in. There are three different options in the range, including a gluten-free set, and each contains Salcombe beers, tasty snacks from the West Country, branded glasses, beer mats and bar towels.
A twist on the quintessentially British pastime at Sopwell House, a Georgian country house and hotel in Hertfordshire. Take time to unwind with an afternoon tea of all your favourite treats, expertly paired with local beers. Dine on a selection of savouries from Cotswold Legbar egg mayonnaise with mustard cress, to Mini Yorkshire pudding with roast beef, horseradish and Chantilly cream, followed by delicate pastries and freshly baked scones. In partnership with the award-winning Tring Brewery, tea will be paired with a selection of locally brewed ales, including a Ridgeway Bitter and Lunardi’s Pale Ale. Running on Sunday 18 June only.
The adidas Gazelle is having a major fashion moment, but shoes can be tricky as a gift. Equally eye-popping, fun and sporty are the brand’s adidas Originals watches, and especially the vibrant chronograph editions, available in bright yellow, icy white and now zingy orange. Known as the “City Tech Two”, the timepiece features a countdown timer, stopwatch, world time, and a shock-resistant resin case. Perfect for the city or outdoorsy adventurer.
Luxury hotel L’oscar London is hosting a spirits masterclass from 5pm-7pm on Saturday 17 June (£69 per person). Held in collaboration with Bordeaux Distilling, the evening will see guests taste five different premium spirits from Bordeaux, each paired with canapes created by the hotel’s executive chef. For those who wish to continue the evening, guests are invited to enjoy a Côte de Boeuf and truffle fries, washed down with wine from Michel Reybier’s terroir (£90 for two guests).
17. Dewar’s x All In A Box Father’s Day BBQ meal kit
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Food
Dewar’s Blended Scotch Whisky has collaborated with bespoke meal kit makers All In A Box to create a limited-edition father’s day BBQ feast. There’s a main course of marinated gourmet chicken shawarma, smoked garlic butter flatbread, lemon labneh, pickled red cabbage, and coriander garnish. Sides include griddled tenderstem broccoli and punched potatoes with spring onion and garlic. Peach bombs with vanilla-infused creme fraiche and mint garnish is for dessert. To drink, you’ll find an exclusive Dewar’s Aromatic Highball in a can that mixes the classic Dewar’s 12 Year Old with sweet Martini Rosso red vermouth, Benedictine and soda. Pre-order for nationwide delivery from 2 June to ensure it arrives on time for 18 June.
18. Acqua di Parma Arancia la Spugnatura and Colonia C.L.U.B
Fragrances
If you’re shopping for a classicist with a penchant for woody fragrances, you can’t go wrong with Acqua di Parma’s Colonia C.L.U.B., which incorporates bergamot with zingy pepper for a fresh take on a traditional cologne. John Lewis has a special father’s day set (£128) which includes a 12ml travel spray to go with a full size 100ml bottle. For something more avant-garde, there is the new Arancia la Spugnatura limited edition (£157 for a 100ml bottle). La Spugnatura refers to the ancient technique of using sea sponges to soak up the essential oil of a particular fruit. In this case, it is the “vanilla orange” or Arancia Vaniglia from Ribera in Sicily, which is known for its wonderful and distinctive mix of tangy citrus notes laced with a deep exotic kick of sweetness.
Bird & Blend Tea Co. has more than 100 flavours of loose leaf tea blends to choose from, including some classics like Builder’s Breakfast, Great British Cuppa, Chocolate Digestives, and Whisktea. Its “for him” gift collection features a teapot with infuser (£34), craft beer gift box (£17.50) and a tea chest selection box (£35) with 30 individually wrapped plastic-free tea bags.
Daylesford’s favourite artisan cheeses are paired with savoury biscuits, chutney and a full-bodied red wine to provide everything you need for an excellent father’s day cheeseboard.
These collectable espresso cups are decorated with Jean-Michel Basquiat’s famous “Batman” print and produced by Parisian-based company, Ligne Blanche, which specialises in homeware with an arty edge. As well as Basquiat, the company has established unique collaborations with artists and/or their estates which has allowed them exclusive rights to some of their most famous artworks, reimagined in the form of plates, candles, trinket trays and cups.
Lacoste’s new Netflix collaboration is a real delight. Making use of the brand’s iconic crocodile logo, polos now have “costumed” crocs dressed as a famous TV protagonist. For example, the “Emily in Paris” classic polo shirt features a beret wearing croc with a miniature camera, while the “Bridgerton” version sees him don a tiny blue wig. The “Stranger Things” polo (pictured) shows the croc snapping back as a Demogorgon. The polos are available in seven colours.
As well as a wide range of spirits, Drinks Distilled’s collection also includes glass and barware gift sets which will make an ideal addition to your dad’s home bar. Options include the Boston shaker cocktail gift set (£40), French shaker cocktail set (£47), mixing glass set (£48) and the rose gold Cobbler shaker cocktail set (£53).
Theo Fennell’s portrait cufflink range is an eclectic selection of heroes and villains which come in silver or gold. Icons include Albert Einstein, Bob Marley and William Shakespeare.
Another pub in a box gift from Devon, this time featuring ciders from Sandford Orchards. The hamper contains a 500ml bottle of Devon Mist, Shaky Bridge and Fanny’s Bramble plus a 440ml can of Devon Red, a packet of Burts Crisps and Burts Popcorn, pork scratchings, a Sandford Orchards pint glass, some beer mats and either a bottle opener or sunglasses.
Whitebox Cocktails has a range of ready-to-serve cocktails which come in beautifully designed 100ml cans and available in six-can gift boxes. A personalised gift card and message can be added to every order. The gift pack range includes Chipper’s Old Fashioned (£39), Pocket Negroni (£32), and Freezer Martini (£34). The Classic Cocktail Gift Pack (£34) contains one can each of the Pocket Negroni, Prêt à Boire Boulevardier, Classic Cosmo, Freezer Martini, Chipper’s Old Fashioned and Squeezy’s Margarita.
This 6oz flask would make the perfect gift for any spirit-loving golf enthusiast. Made from stainless steel it comes with an elastic strap that stores a divot tool and two golf tees.
This gift set features two of the most popular and refreshing beers from the Belgian brand’s portfolio: Duvel Original and Duvel Tripel Hop Citra. A Duvel signature glass is also included.
This monthly subscription is a great idea for dads who can’t function without their early caffeine shot. The tin is a suitably cool shade of pink and you can choose between compostable Nespresso pods or ground coffee. The blends are also switchable with nine varieties to choose from depending on how rich and punchy you like your brew. Founded in Shoreditch, London, Grind has been flying the sustainable flag for more than 11 years with pods that decompose faster than a banana peel and ethically-sourced beans certified organic by the Soil Association.
Perfect for gin-loving dads, the Lind & Lime Distillery in Leith, Edinburgh, offers a 75-minute tour, tasting and cocktail-making experience. The tour includes a signature gin and tonic on arrival; insight into the origins of Lind & Lime; the opportunity to fill and label your very own 5cl bottle of Lind & Lime; a masterclass in mixing a gimlet cocktail; and the chance to taste some more delights in the gift shop. Tours are available Thursday to Sunday.
32. Prestige Eco Non-Stick Saucepan & Frying Pan Set
Homeware
Made from 75% recycled aluminium, the five pans in this set (three saucepans, two frying pans) have a plant-based, palm oil-free non-stick coating. Oven-safe to 150°C, they are best washed by hand.
A traditional Japanese gardening trowel with a 17cm carbon steel blade that can be used for digging, planting, chopping and weeding. It has a birch handle and comes with a canvas sheath for storage.
34. Kamado Konnected Joe Digital Charcoal Grill and Smoker
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Food tech
Dads are the BBQ kings – or at least they think they are. If your father fancies himself as a top chef then get him Kamado Joe’s new Konnected Joe grill and smoker.
This digitally connected ceramic grill combines all the benefits of traditional ceramic cooking with modern technology, offering a solution for easy fire-lighting and effortless temperature control. The digital controls and app-enabled features help grillers experience the benefits of ceramic grill cooking.
Luxury swimwear company Vilebrequin is exploring new territory with a wave of new talents and projects. Not only has the brand launched a beach club in Cannes for the summer season, it has rekindled its collaborative streak thanks to the second instalment of a creative partnership with contemporary art publisher JRP|Editions. Volume one was a capsule beachwear collection featuring prints by the American pop-surrealist Kenny Scharf and Swiss multidisciplinary artists John M Armleder and Sylvie Fleury. Volume two is similarly dynamic: it’s a collection of vibrant trunks, one piece swimsuits, sarongs and tunics, embellished with a pattern devised by Deux Femmes Noires, otherwise known as superstar artist Mickalene Thomas and collector/curator Racquel Chevremont.
Combining a classic typewriter with built-in surround sound JBL speakers, the Rocksete Mechanical Keyboard makes for a unique workstation. The carrying handle doubles as a stand for a tablet or phone and a laptop stand is included. It can pair with up to three devices at the same time.
At more than £1,700, the +Record Player from +Audio is on the “pricey” side, said James Barber on TechHive. But it delivers “superb audio” and the “results are fantastic”. The all-in-one phono system features a built-in, high-performance stereo speaker system.
Kokoon’s earphones are designed to be worn at night, with soft earbuds for side sleepers. Connected to an app that plays relaxing sounds, they can identify when you’re drifting off and fade the audio or replace it with white noise.
The rugged Igloo Trailmate EcoCool cool box is great for camping trips and festivals. Made from recycled plastic, it can hold 66 litres (equivalent to 144 12oz cans) and keep things cool for four days.
A retro-styled radio loaded with modern tech, including a DAB radio with 20 presets and a Bluetooth speaker. The built-in battery lasts up to 12 hours on a charge. The alarm can be set to come on daily, or for weekdays or weekends only, and there’s a snooze function.
The king of home coffee machines, the Sage is simple to use, with an inbuilt burr grinder and bean hopper, and an easy-to-use LCD display. It heats up in three seconds, creating consistently good espresso or cappuccino in five minutes.
Apple’s first over-ear headphones warrant the hefty price tag. Among the best noise-cancelling wireless headphones on the market, they have stunning audio and are available in a range of colours.
Does your dad have a collection of old cassette tapes? Then this is the perfect nostalgic Father’s Day gift for them. Enjoy classic music tapes or listen to the radio through this personal cassette player from Groov-e. Play them loud through the external speaker or listen privately through earphones.
Send your dad to Italy in just 60 seconds with a Gozney Roccbox, the portable garden pizza oven. Designed to make wood-fired cooking effortless, the Roccbox is extremely simple to use and its in-built thermometer means there’s no risk of burning. The oven can also be used for wood-roasting steak, fish or vegetables.
Speyside single malt whisky The Glenlivet has released four iconic whiskies in its Distillery Reserve Collection. The 10, 14, 20 and 22 Year Old single cask editions showcase the finest Scotch craftsmanship mastered over decades. Ranging from £70-£175, the 500ml bottle can be engraved to make your present extra special.
NIO Cocktails’s customisable letterbox gift comes with the choice of award-winning classic and signature drinks to create a personalised set of three (£19.50 plus £3 delivery), six (£39) or nine cocktails (£55).
Steambox’s self-heating lunchbox is designed in The Netherlands and made for food lovers all across the globe. Heat up food in minutes through its autonomous steaming technology. Use the Steambox app to unlock its full potential.
Bobbie’s Brownies, the London-based start-up, delivers gigantic, indulgent and freshly-made brownies to doorsteps across the UK. The sweet treats are made from sustainable and ethical ingredients and, for every brownie bought, Bobbie’s provides a meal for a child in education across the globe.
49. Outdoor Revolution Twin Burner Gas Stove & Grill
Food tech
Great for dads who love cooking outdoors. A versatile stove option, the Outdoor Revolution Twin Burner Gas Stove & Grill from Outdoor World Direct is a compact gas stove that is compatible with small, screw-fitting gas cartridges, meaning you don't have to use large, heavy gas canisters. It features two burners and a grill, everything you need to rustle up a delicious campsite meal for the family. It also has a windshield, protecting it from the elements while cooking. The cookers packs away into a self contained carry case too, for portability.
That Boutique-y Gin Company’s retro gin fridge is a perfect gift for a G&T-loving dad. Inside the retro-inspired “fridge tin” (which is not actually a fridge, but just looks like one) are eight 50ml bottles of some of the most interesting and delicious gins, including Spit-Roasted Pineapple Gin and Rhubarb Triangle Gin.
In this “entertainingly forthright history”, Bryan Appleyard sets out to document a way of life that he believes is vanishing, said Andrew Anthony in The Observer. “Within a few years,” he writes, “owning a car might seem as eccentric as owning a train or a bus. Or perhaps it will simply be illegal.” Yet his book is no lament or eulogy. Instead, it’s an “acknowledgement of the extraordinary cultural and environmental impact the car has had on this planet in the last 135-plus years”.
One for dog-loving nerdy dads. Small but agile, Bittle is a powerful robot that can be programmed to walk, do tricks and roll around just like a real dog. Designed for coding and fun, Bittle operates on OpenCat, an open-source quadrupled robot platform that offers endless programming and customisation possibilities. Opt for the construction kit version for an extra challenge or pre-assembled if you think dad would rather just get stuck into the programming aspect.
This 470ml Thermos has vacuum insulation that will keep food hot for nine hours and cold for 14. It is made from durable stainless steel, has an insulated lid that doubles as a bowl, and comes with a stainless-steel folding spoon that slots into the cap
Designed for short distances (up to 2km), the Town7 XL is smooth over bumps and easy to steer, with a practical handlebar brake. It’s quick and easy to fold.
If your dad likes to exercise at home then the Bowflex SelectTech 840 adjustable Kettlebell could make a generous (and useful!) gift. Perfect for all fitness levels, this kit can take you from beginner to expert with six incremental weights ranging from 3.5-18kg. There are a selection of trainer-led accompanying videos on the Bowflex YouTube channel.
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