What to buy for Fathers day 2021

As is usual for family type celebrations I have a gift guide full of ideas for you. Whilst it is Father’s day there are a lot of gifts suitable for men and women so if you treat someone else on Father’s day it should give you some ideas too. Do you buy for step-parents, grandparents, your child’s father? Whoever you are buying for read on and see what ideas I have for you! Including some products, I was sent to include and share with you.

A pampering gift for dad

Are you looking for a gift to help dad to look after himself? These are my favourite ideas for you.

Does dad like to take care of his appearance or just need a bit of pampering? This Ben Cohen range of grooming tools could be a nice budget gift. The range starts at around £10 and currently in Boots are buy one get one for half price! Check them out on the Boots website here.

Does dad need to spend more time thinking about himself? These books could help him find ways to improve his life in just 60 seconds! Meee in a family minute, Meee in a work minute, and Meee in a minute are all lovely gifts individually but the set of three is even better. they are available for £8 each or the bundle of three for £22 with both prices including postage for within the UK. If these are the perfect gift for your dad check them out here.

Something to wear for dad?

Pyjamas would be a lovely gift for dad, these are also available for women and after seeing them and feeling how soft they are I am tempted to buy myself some! They are so soft (made from cotton and bamboo) and copper-infused for hygiene too. Did you know that copper-infused clothing is anti-microbial and helps to naturally destroy odours and bacterias, viruses etc? Check out the range of copper-infused clothing here including these pyjamas for £54.99.

If you love buying gifts that are ethical and good for the planet then this is a wonderful gift for dad this father’s day. To be honest I love them and want one for myself too! This Hoodie from Kanula is stunning quality and feels so comfortable (I may have decided to keep it!!) and is available in sizes to fit the whole family. This particular one is £43 and in the colour Malibu, but with 20 colours to choose from the choice is yours! A brand that really wants to give back to the planet with an amazing story and a huge variety of designs.

If you are hoping for a hot summer they have t-shirts and vests too alongside hoodies, sweatshirts, bags, keyrings and necklaces (check out mine below!), why not treat yourself at the same time? Not only that but 8% of every purchase you make goes directly to the sea turtle conservancy, one of the world’s oldest sea turtle conservations.

A gift for a dad who loves family games nights

Sometimes you want to buy a fun gift to encourage some family time. This selection of family games is the perfect gift for a dad who loves family time.

Throw Throw Burrito is a fun outdoor game with the aim to collect a selection of oversized cards before your opponents, whilst also hitting each other with inflatable burritos to try and prevent them from getting their cards! After the last year or so this is a great way to get outside and have fun as a family. Everyone will soon be laughing and not stopping! Throw Throw Burrito extreme edition is available on Amazon for £26.99 and also many other places!

As a family we love the game Rummikub, have you played it before? If it is a game you enjoy or a game your dad enjoys then this edition would make a lovely gift. Rummikub black is a stylish version with a tin, board and number racks or stylised in the same black and primary colours. It is available on Amazon for around £39.

A gift for kids to buy dad

It is nice for young children to be able to buy their own gift for dad with pocket money or a small budget, here are some lovely ideas I think children can easily buy their dad.

Haribo has a number of sweets available in most supermarkets whether they buy a box of Starmix or a bag of football mix there is plenty of choice for a pound or two.

For a higher budget, what about them buying dad a toy from the past? The Tamagotchi is back! Remember having to feed your little pet every few hours, click to exercise it, toilet it etc and do everything you can to keep it alive? This is something your child could buy their dad or you could buy your partner from them to bring back memories! There is a variety available on Amazon.

In recent times we have been made much more aware of the risks of touching things in the supermarket that others will have touched too. If you would normally buy dad some pick and mix to share with the kids for a movie night for Father’s day then why not order from Pick & Mix London. This movie-night bundle is £14 but there are a variety of other sweet mixes you could choose including some retro classics!

A gift for a dad to be or dad of children with additional needs

For a dad to be or a dad with children who have additional needs, this new book could be perfect. A doting dad who wants to help his children learn through play would love this as a way to think of new ideas and things to do with the children. Buy it on Amazon for around £10 on Kindle and around £13 in paperback.

What about one of these dad and baby gifts from The Baby Hamper Company? They would make a lovely easy gift containing some lovely goodies for a dad to be or a new dad who is looking forward to parenthood. There are also smaller gift ideas if you prefer, take a look.

I absolutely love this book for dads to be! So you’re going to be a dad, now what? is a book/journal perfect for a new dad with everything he might want to know and not want to ask and tips to help him bond with his newborn. It is £14.99 and available from The Dempsey Diaries directly.

Gifts for a gadget or gaming-loving dad

If you have more to spend and want to buy a gift for a gadget-loving dad then how about a smartwatch? I know what you are thinking, they are hundreds of pounds and that is out of your budget, right? Not necessarily!

This Amazfit GTS 2e smartwatch is stylish and easy to read with all the functions you could look for in a smartwatch and a great gift for a dad who has everything. Using this gadget dad can monitor his heart, calories burnt and exercise including swimming as it is water-resistant to 50 metres! A great gadget with so many functions so dad can read texts and social media notifications on the go! Buy it from Argos for £119. It is available in purple, green and black.

A new headset might be a good gift for dad if he is a keen PlayStation gamer. The TX70 Wireless is the perfect gift for total peace and gaming freedom this Father’s Day. It features high-quality athletic mesh cushions, a lay-flat design, enhanced 50mm drivers and interchangeable EQ modes emitting remarkable sound. It is wireless but also includes a 3.5mm cable to support Xbox One, Nintendo Switch & Mobile. Buy it for father’s day for £49.99 from Argos!

If you are buying for a dad who loves gaming and often gets frustrated that his controllers run out of charge maybe these Ammo clips would be a great gift? The Gioteck AC2 AMMOCLIP charging packs provide unlimited power for next-gen console players and let players stay fully immersed in the action and focused on their game! This video shows how they work.

The PS5 version comes with a fast charge dock for two DualSense controllers & 2-metre USB-C fast charge cables and LED indicators for £17.99. The Xbox Series X|S version comes complete with two long-lasting rechargeable 600MAH batteries for £19.99. Both are available from Argos so easy to pop and buy at the last minute too!

Gifts for a foodie dad

For a tasty little dessert for a vegan or chocolate lover who likes to try something different, these little chocolate pots are amazing. Definitely something different to try and possibly a nice dessert to add after a homemade dinner for Fathers day? Available in many supermarkets, check The Coconut Collaborative website for stockists. You can buy a pack of four for around £2.50 for father’s day.

If dad likes to try new meal kits or you would like to cook dad a meal for Father’s day then this Biryani kit would be a lovely buy. For £23 you get a selection of items and a list of what else you need to have on the spice rack or in the cupboard to make an amazing biryani. As you are adding your own ingredients you can make it vegetarian or meat, the choice is yours.

Everyone loves cheese, right? I know I do and my dad does so I think it would make a great father’s day gift. Hampshire cheese company have a great selection and they can be easily ordered online and delivered direct to dad or perhaps to you if you want to buy some yummy crackers and wine to make it into a hamper.

This set of chilli oils would make a great gift. This set includes habanero chilli oil along with two infused habanero chilli oils, one infused with basil and the other with rosemary. To buy these for your dad go directly to the Eh-Co website where you can find this trio for £11.97. Larger bottles are available if you prefer.

If Dad likes coffee then this gadget could be the perfect gift for him. It is perfectly designed to be cool to the touch but froth hot or cold milk for a drink whenever you fancy. The heating element inside is designed not to burn the milk or just perfectly froth it ready for a cuppa! It even works with other milk like soya milk so perfect for everyone.

The Cremio® by Melitta® is available on the Melitta website in Black or White for £80 or Stainless Steel for £85. Would it be the best gift for your dad this Father’s day?

A tasty treat gift for dad

Who doesn’t like biscuits? All dads do, surely? These tasty biscuits from Bumble and Goose are brilliant and you can buy a box of biscuits with a gift message for £20 delivered directly to dad for Father’s day. You can even select whether any use the word “dad” which is perfect if giving to a step-dad, grandad or another special person for father’s day. Check them out and order yours from Bumble and Goose. They are tasty so make sure dad lets you have one!

For a dad who likes a cup of tea what about something a little different. This bar of chocolate actually contains Earl Grey Creme! It is just a fiver and something really different for a tea lover so why not give it some thought? Check it out here. Why not accompany it with a can of Cabana Cooler fruit tea pale ale? The can is just £4.50 and another unique tea gift! For other tea-related gifts have a look at the variety from Bird & Blend you will be surprised!

These chocolate bars from Cheeky Chocs are great for kids to buy for father’s day for their dad but as there are also some more adult options available I have put the suggestion here rather than above! There are lots of hilarious adult ones so do take a look at those too! Each includes the chocolate bar and is just £4.49 or without the chocolate bar for £1.79.

Trust me when I tell you these treats from Bumble and Goose are divine! We were sent this box to try out and wow they are definitely the best brownies and rocky roads I have ever tasted. This box is a mixed selection but I promise you all these were good so you definitely could not go wrong with any of the range. If dad can not have wheat they have options perfect for him too. Check the full range out here. They also do fudge and other treats so go and have a look and place an order, I love them and I am sure you will too!

Hamper gifts for dad

Wellbox is a popular brand of gift boxes and hampers for well-being and happiness. They have something for everyone to buy for father’s day and this GentleMan box is one great for father’s day. It includes a selection of items including a gratitude journal, massager, bath salts, chocolate honeycomb and more so maybe it is a nice hamper gift to consider for your dad. Check out this hamper for £29.95+VAT and the others available at Wellbox and see if one is perfect for your dad.

What about a cocktail-based hamper? This Father’s Day speakeasy cocktail gift set hamper for £49 from Hampers.com has a lovely selection of gifts perfect for Dad and could even be delivered directly to him on a Sunday!

Gifts for a whisky lover dad

Whisky is a popular dad drink, isn’t it? If your dad likes whisky these gift ideas might just be what you are looking for!

Sometimes a personalised gift is just what you are looking for and if your dad is a whisky lover this personalised whisky glass is an ideal gift whether it is to accompany a bottle of his favourite whisky or as a gift on its own. It is available from Perfect Personalised Gifts who do a huge selection of personalised items so worth a look if this isn’t quite what you need. This glass is £23.99 including your choice of personalisation. Check out the glass on Perfect Personalised Gifts here.

Did you know you could get Whisky candles? If you didn’t then neither did I until I came across this one from Jo Macfarlane who makes amazing candles so I am sure this will be a good one. It is £18 to buy for father’s day and there are only a few left at the moment so if this is the gift for your dad get in quick and get it ordered! Check it out here.

What are you buying for your dad, stepdad, granddad or someone else this father’s day? Do comment and let me know if these ideas have helped.