Not sure how, but it’s already that time of year where we celebrate the Dad’s, Grandads or whoever fulfils that role in your life! Here are some gift ideas if you are struggling!

For the Dad who looks after his skin.

COSRX – Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser

Working to gently remove impurities and excess sebum while tackling blemishes, the Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser is non-drying, making it perfect for daily use. Infused with salicylic acid to remove dead skin cells and clear pores, and a natural BHA component to dissolve oils, the creamy cleanser leaves skin soft and smooth without that tight, stripped feeling.

Available for £18.00 from Beauty Bay

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SOS Serum – SOS Essentials Travel Collection

For the Dad that travels. He can enjoy his favourite SOS Serum Skincare products on the go with the SOS Essentials Travel Pouch. Featuring six conveniently-sized cleansing and moisturising treats giving users the benefits of these skincare favourites wherever they are.

Available priced at £25.00 from sosserum.co.uk

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Rubis Classic Slanted Tweezers

For those stray hairs - wherever they may be - rust and corrosion resistant, these tweezers have a non-slip grip, and the slanted tips provide the utmost accuracy for brow shaping and hair removal. 

They are designed by experts, and aim to provide comfortable use without compromising on their effectiveness.

Available priced at £25.30 from Amazon

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For the Dad that loves cider.

Cider gift set

For the Dad that loves a fruity cider, you really can’t go wrong with this thirst quenching gift set from Drink Crane.

After relentlessly working on the recipe, Drink Crane have created a refreshingly natural cider by utilising the sweetness of the fruits, resulting in 30% fewer calories compared to brand leaders. 

Cranes Cider Gift Set includes:
1 x Cranes Cider Cranberries & Limes
1 x Cranes Cider Raspberries & Pomegranates
1 x Cranes Cider Blueberries & Apples
1 x Cranes Branded Glass

At 4% alc, Cranes Ciders are the perfect fruity drink served over ice.

Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly

Available from Cranes cider priced at £14.50

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For the Dad that loves photographs.

Photo canvas

Why not bring one of your Dad’s favourite photographs to life on a beautiful 24x16" portrait photo canvas?

Available with either a stretched edge (where the image is continued around the sides of the wooden frame) or alternatively a black or white edge.

It even comes with a fixed saw tooth hanging kit and also clear rubber feet to ensure no movement when hung on wall. These are a premium quality gallery product, made using the finest materials and mounted onto a very sturdy wooden frame. They are manufactured by one of the UK's leading canvas art manufacturers and the print quality is to an exceptionally high colour definition on poly cotton canvas.

Available from boutique gifts priced from £39.99

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For the modern Dad

Ekster laptop sleeve

If your Dad carries a laptop, why not get him this sleek laptop sleeve. Designed for 13" laptops and tablets, this stylish sleeve conveniently stores cables, chargers, pen, mouse, notebook, and more without the added bulk.

Complete with protective microfiber padding, custom elastic storage, secure magnetic closure & hidden pockets this laptop sleeve is also made from environmentally certified leather.

Available from Ekster in 3 colours, currently priced at £75

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Aluminium card holder

For those on trend Dads, check out this space-grade 6061-T6 aluminium smart wallet built for quick access. This cardholder fans out up to 12 cards at the click of a button, blocks RFID to prevent wireless theft and the expandable metal backplate allows him to carry more while keeping a slim profile.

Add a Tracker Card to make it virtually impossible to lose.

Available from Ekster in 13 colours, currently priced at £73

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Slimline key case

For those Dads who like things streamlined, this easy-access key holder organizes 2-8 keys in a silent, smooth stack. Made from stainless steel and premium leather to prevent scratches on your phone in your pocket. Complete with a D ring for larger or car keys to attach to. 

Add a Key Tracker to make it almost impossible for him to lose!


Available from Ekster priced at £39

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Fortuna parliament leather card wallet

Eksters flagship smart wallet is now refined with the very best design philosophy. Luxurious materials, golden accents, and unmatched beauty. Hand-stitched with full-grain environmentally certified American hides and treated with wax for a subtle shine, the leather is exceptional in its aging. The built-in aluminium cardholder fans out cards at the click of a button and protects them against skimming.

Despite holding 12 cards, this wallet is modern and slimline. Add a Tracker Card to make it unlosable

Available from Ekster in 3 colours, currently priced at £123

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Modular bifold wallet

The perfect smart wallet for those who carry more. With its removable magnetic card sleeve, this modular bifold wallet gives him the freedom to travel light and the ability to carry more than just the essentials. Holds 1-12 cards and bills.


Removable magnetic card sleeve
Holds 1-12 cards and bills
4 quick access card slots
Environmentally certified leather
Add a Tracker to make it unlosable

Available from Ekster in 3 colour options, currently priced at £56

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Tool card 

What Dad wouldn’t love this compact multi-tool made from 304 stainless steel? With 8 useful features, this tool card caters to a busy lifestyle and is perfect for all of those little jobs Dads seem to find everywhere!

Features:

5-inch wrenches
Phone stand (insert card)
Flathead screwdriver
SIM card pin
Box Opener
Bottle Opener
Metric Ruler
Inch Ruler

Available from Ekster, currently priced at £34 or free with orders over £100.

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For the golf lover

Golf hip flask

For the Dad who spends endless hours practicing his swing. With this stylish stainless steel flask set, he can have a refreshing drink on hand as well as some handy golf equipment.

Holding 6oz inside, this flask also has a handy divot tool and 3 golf tees on the outside.

Dimensions: 9,6 x 11 x 3,6 cm


Available from Kikkerland priced at £25

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For the music loving Dad

Guitar multitool

Gift Of The Year 2022 UK Finalist - Tech & Gadget Category

Whether he is at a concert, or on the go this guitar just wants to lend a helping hand!

Comes with a rocking bottle opener, 3/16 flat head screwdriver, mini knife and crosshead screwdriver.

Material: stainless steel, beechwood
Dimensions: 9,5 x 3,2 x 1,8 cm


Available from Kikkerland priced at £26

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Disclaimer - all prices correct at time of publishing. Some items were sent to me as samples for consideration for this gift guide. All opinion is my own.

Christmas gift guide - for the kids

One of my favourite parts of Christmas is choosing and gifting the children of the family. Their excitement is so contagious! Here are some of my buys this year if you need any inspiration. Merry Christmas everyone!

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Geomag Mechanics

This 35 piece Geomag magnetic building set helps children learn the basics of magnetism by building a compass driven by the invisible forces of magnetic attraction and repulsion. Stimulating creativity, imagination and learning simultaneously!

Available from Amazon priced at £9.99

Suitable for children aged 7+

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Dantoy - tiny pounding bench

Help your little one learn without them even knowing it this Christmas. In beautiful subdued natural shades, this pounding bench stimulates the fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and sensory exploration all while the child is having fun!

The pounding bench is a bioplastic toy from dantoy, manufactured in Denmark and made from sugarcane which is a 100% sustainable and 100% recyclable raw material.

Recommended age 10+ months

Available from Dylan + Dora priced at £23.40

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Dantoy bio-plastic truck

This eco-friendly toy has rolling wheels and a dumper that really tips! Kids can transport sand or small toys in the bio plastic dump truck, then lift the opening tailgate and see them tip out. This sturdy and durable toy truck is ideal for indoor and outdoor play.


Made with renewable plant-based materials, BIOplastic toys offer a greener way to play. Produced in Denmark and made from 90% sugarcane, these eco-friendly toys are 100% recyclable as well as 100% fun!

Available from Smyths toy stores priced at £8

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Kikkerland wooden animal puzzles

Made from FSC pinewood and FSC plywood these beautifully decorated animal puzzles will keep you little ones busy whiles helping them learn through play.

Watch as they use their matching skills or use their imagination and mix things up with these animal face puzzles.

Presented in a 13 x 14 x 4.5 cm wooden box for storage. Recommend age 3+


Available from Kikkerland priced at £20

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Spidey and amazing friends flip and jet

Look out here comes Spidey and his amazing Friends Flip and Jet. Even if he's low on webbing Spidey can still save the day with this incredible transforming vehicle.

Your little one can race to the crime scene in the Spidey Car then transform into the Spidey Jet to fly like a streak of light.

Just rotate the cabin in either direction while Spidey spins inside the cockpit. Then they can transform back into the Spidey Car and take a victory lap on it's free wheels. Endless amounts of fun for little Spiderman fans!

Suitable for age 3+

Available from Argos priced at £15

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Numberblocks Number Fun 

Numberblocks Number Fun helps kids to see how numbers work and allows them to master a new key maths skill with every adventure.

With 8 fun activities, such as:

Meet the Numberblocks - insert a Numberblock and find out some fun number facts, and

Let’s play hide and seek! - Find the correct Numberblock and insert into the cube and help Blockzilla.

Hours of fun to be had all while learning their colours. Suitable for ages 3+

Available from Argos priced at £25

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Star Wars fans

Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron Assault Class Millennium Falcon

Allowing kids (and adults!) to make the jump to lightspeed, this Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron Millennium Falcon is a great gift idea this Christmas.

Featuring incredible details and authentic scaling, this legendary CORELLIAN freighter is the absolute centerpiece of any Rebel fleet.

Loaded with features including: opening cockpit, rotating cannons, retractable landing gear, light up thrusters, motion activated sounds and much more, this vehicle also includes articulated 1 inch HAN SOLO, CHEWBACCA, PRINCESS LEIA, and OBI-WAN KENOBI micro figures.

Compatible with any Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron craft. Suitable for ages 8+

Available from Smyths priced at £39.99

Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron Starship Class Razor Crest

Join in while your kids hunt bounties across the outer rim with the Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron Razor Crest.

Featuring incredible details and authentic scaling, this 18cm pre-Empire assault craft is Mandalorian DIN DJARIN’s preferred ship.

Pursue any guild bounty with an opening cockpit, side door, and a rear boarding ramp, removable roof, engine and side panels, carbon freezing chamber with MYTHROL carbonite block, detailed armory, and retractable landing gear.

Vehicle also includes articulated 1" Mandalorian, Greef Karga, and Grogu micro figures – collect the Razor Crest, along with other Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron vehicles, and fortify your fleet!

Available from Smyths priced at £29.99

Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron Scout Class Mystery Packs

Perfect stocking fillers, help your kids strengthen their battlefield with Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron Scout Class Mystery Packs - 8 to collect

Each pack features an iconic Star Wars vehicle incredibly detailed, authentically scaled, and ready for action or display on the included flight stand.

They also include a 1" articulated micro figure, compatible with any Star Wars Micro Galaxy Squadron vehicle.

Available from Smyths priced at £4.99

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Disclaimer - some of the items featured where gifted for me to try before inclusion, however all opinion is my own.




All prices correct at time of publishing.

Christmas gift guide - for the teens

Arguably the hardest to buy for, here are a few gift ideas for the teenagers in your life. Happy shopping!

Top it board game

Something to keep them busy, brought to you by Cheatwell, in this edge-of-your-seat family party game players race to place their cones on letter discs whilst calling out examples to teasing topics.

But beware, any other player can Top It with another answer and place their cone on top of yours! Only the last cone counts and bags all the points!

Suitable for age 10+

Currently price at £25.52 on Amazon

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Ekster key case & tracker

We all know how teenagers like to lose things - I was guilty too! - Ekster have come up with this genius easy-access key holder that organizes 2-8 keys in a silent stack, not only making their keys more streamlined but allowing one handed access too.

Made from stainless steel and premium leather to prevent scratches on your phone in your pocket. Easily modify your Key Case with a D ring for larger keys or car keys. Add a Key Tracker to make it unlosable.

Available from Ekster priced at £35 & £23 for the tracker

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Nivea rainbow collection

NIVEA Rainbow Collection Gift Set - Live your life in colour with this vibrant collection. Rich in colour, this set of skin care products are tailored to making them feeling silky soft and looking beautiful.

The skin care gift set contains:
1 x Love Fun Times Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel 250ml
1 x Bye Bye Dry Skin Nourishing Face Mask Dry Skin 2x 7.5ml
1 x Soft Rosé Caring Lip Balm 4.8g
1 x Gentle Cleansing Cream Wash 150ml
1 x Soft Moisturising Cream 75ml
1 x Fresh Cherry Anti-Perspirant Spray 150ml

1 x Double Effect Waterproof Eye Make-Up Remover 125ml
1 x Pink Shower Puff

Available from Savers priced at £9.99

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Kikkerland felt organisation

Felt keyboard organiser

Help them keep their desktop items organized in previously unused space, while still being able to easily access their keyboard underneath.

This keyboard organiser neatly holds all of your odds and ends, keeping your desk tidy and ready for work or play.

Available from Kikkerland priced at £35

Bedside caddy

With the Felt Bedside Caddy your teens can keep thing safe and within easy reach, whether that is their ear phones, remote, phone or book, they will all easily fit in the Felt Bedside Caddy. Simply place the flap between the bed frame and mattress and it is ready for use.

Easy to install, easy to use, and great to have around the house.

Available from Kikkerland priced at £20

Felt storage trays

For all of the little bits and pieces that seem endless in teens rooms, this set of 2 felt storage trays are stylish and practical. Making it easier to find things and also easier to clean.

The large tray measure 5.5cm x 22cm and the small tray measures 5.5cm x 18cm.

Available from a place for everything priced at £12

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COSRX – Acne Pimple Master Patch

Avoid pesky pimples hanging around this festive season with COSRX’s trusty Acne Pimple Master Patches. These little pimple patches are an overnight fixer to make whiteheads, blackheads and picked zits all but disappear by morning.

It can even stay on through showering and can be applied under makeup! With three differently sized patches in a pack, you can choose which one covers best.

Available from feel unique priced at £5.99

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Rubis – Classic Slanted Tweezers

Perfect for those beauty conscious teens, rust and corrosion resistant, these luxury tweezers have a non-slip grip, and the slanted tips provide the utmost accuracy for brow shaping and hair removal.

They are designed by experts, and aim to provide comfortable use without compromising on their effectiveness.

Available from Amazon priced at £25.50

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Extendable phone tripod

Great for both photography and video recording, this extendable tripod offers a height range between 35cm to 72cm. Perfect for use on a tabletop surface or as a hand-held camera prop.

Each leg extends individually for convenient use on uneven or outdoor surfaces, while the adjustable handle and a built-in level make sure the camera angle is accurately positioned and the picture is completely level.

Equipped with an easy-to-mount universal phone holder, this will be on the top of any video / photography enthusiasts list this Christmas.

Available from Kikkerland priced at £20

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TCL 20 5G android smartphone

We all know how teens love their technology! That’s why I’m sure they would love to be gifted this TCL 20 5G phone. With captivating visuals and boosted audio experience the 6.67-inch screen turns SDR to HDR allowing them to watch Netflix content in high-quality HDR10

With inbuilt super bluetooth, this phone can connect up to 4 devices for example headphones or speakers.

As if that isn’t enough it also boasts real-time HDR visual enhancement powered by NXTVISION technology and industry-leading colour accuracy.


Included in the box is:
Phone, charger, plug, clear protective case and manual

Available on Amazon priced at £231.15

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Disclaimer - some of the items featured where gifted for mw to try before inclusion, however all opinion is my own.

All prices correct at time of publishing.

Christmas gift guides - for couples

For those of you still shopping like me, I have put together a few gift ideas for couples, I hope they help!

The Christmas express game

What better to get you in the Christmas spirit than a good board game! Climb aboard the Christmas Express and join this jolly journey through a winter wonderland as you race to be the first to get to the North Pole.

The aim of the game is to be the first player to travel along the train track from the Home Station to the North Pole Station. You'll have to avoid the Hustle Bustle, the Reindeer Crossings, the Snow Storms and maybe the naughty elf, but keep an eye out for Santa's sleigh as he could help you on your way.

Available on Amazon priced at £17.80

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Christmas tree personalised doormat

Perfect for the couple just starting out, newly married or just moved in together. This personalised doormat is the perfect personalised addition to any home.

A unique gift to help celebrate the holiday season or also available with a number of other image options suitable for all year round.

Made in Britain this 8mm nylon mat measuring 40x70cm is machine washable with an anti slip 100% recycled backing.

A available from boutique gifts priced at £29.99

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Zerowater filter jug

Perfect for couples moving in together, ZeroWater's 7-cup water filtration jug is designed specifically to fit in standard UK fridge doors and is the first in its class to have a sealed lid and reservoir, making it possible to pour water that has already been filtered without spilling water that's still filtering.

Using the premium ZeroWater filtration system, which combines FIVE sophisticated technologies that work together to remove virtually all dissolved solids from your water.

Better for their pocket and better for the environment reducing single use plastic water bottles.

Also includes a water quality meter.

Available from Zerowater priced at £29.99

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Cranes fruity cider bundle

Cranes Cider have the perfect bundle that is packed full of delicious ciders – it is ideal for a cider lover this Christmas!

All of Cranes Ciders are vegan and gluten free, and the bundle is also available on Amazon Prime so you can easily keep stocked up over the busy festive period.

The bundle contains:

2 x Premium Apple Cider. 100% fresh and natural, made with British apples

2 x Lemons & Kumquats. Fresh lemons combined with the most perfectly ripe kumquats

2 x Raspberries & Pomegranates. Sweet & delicious raspberry, with a unique twist of pomegranate

1 x Blueberries & Apples. Refreshingly natural, distinctive blueberry with a kick of crisp apple

1 x Cranberries & Limes. Crisp, sweet cranberries combined with a zing of lime

1 x Premium Apple Low Alcohol Cider. Same amazing fresh taste, with only 0.5% alc

Cranes are also offering our lovely readers a discount if you buy a bundle on their

Available from Cranes online store priced at £20.99

Even better use code: LIV10 for 10% off your order!

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Natural indulgence Nivea gift set

This gorgeous Nivea gift set full of fabulous treats makes the perfect gift. With head to toe pampering favourites to indulge the skin.

The full gift set contains: 

1 x Naturally Good Honeysuckle Scent Organic Oil Infused Shower Gel 300ml 

1 x Naturally Good Organic Aloe Vera Body Lotion,

1 x Naturally Good Organic Aloe Vera Micellar Face Wash 140ml

1 x Naturally Good Aloe Vera Sheet Mask 

1 x Soft Moisturising Cream 75ml

1 x Hydro Care Caring Lip Balm 4.8g

1 x soft bamboo face cleansing cloth.

Available from Nivea priced at £20

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Disclaimer - some of the items featured where gifted for mw to try before inclusion, however all opinion is my own. 

All prices correct at time of publishing.

Christmas gift guide - for him.

With just 16 days until Christmas Eve, I bring you my gift ideas for him. I hope they help inspire you, merry Christmas!

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Liverpool FC musical gift box, calendar, diary and pen.

For the Liverpool fan in your life I give you this 2023 Liverpool FC Calendar and Diary Musical Gift Box. This stunning collector's gift box set is the perfect present for any Liverpool fan. Featuring an official 2023 Liverpool top European moments square calendar, an A5 diary, and a pen, all beautifully presented in a gold foil-finished box. Plus when you lift the lid, the renowned Liverpool FC anthem plays.

Available from Danilo priced at £24.99

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Liverpool FC deluxe 2023 wall calendar

Perfect for football lovers, this calendar features incredible images. Designed with perforated edges to allow them to turn the stunning pages into frame-ready posters.

This official Liverpool FC 2023 Deluxe Calendar is presented in a special A3 envelope making it an ideal gift for Liverpool FC fans.

Other football teams are available.

Available from Danilo priced at £14.99

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Ekster limited edition parliament wallet

For a modern streamlined take on traditionally bulky wallets, Ekster is the place to go.

Using luxurious materials like full grain American hide, this hand stitched wallet also bears details like intricate golden accents to create unmatched beauty.

Treated with wax for a subtle shine, the leather is exceptional in its ageing.

The built-in aluminum cardholder fans out cards at the click of a button and protects them against skimming. Holds up to 12 cards.


Available from Ekster priced at £111

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Ekster modular bifold wallet

If the man in your life prefers a more traditional wallet then this is the one for him. Made from environmentally certified leather with 4 quick access card slots, this perfect bifold wallet will give him the freedom to travel light and the ability to carry more than just the essentials.

With a removable magnetic card sleeve, for those occasions when he just needs his cards to hand. Holds 1-12 cards and bills.

Available from Ekster priced at £52

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Nivea Men top tier gift set

No matter if he’s taking an exam, rushing to work or going to the gym, this Nivea Men Top Tier gift set for him contains all he need to feel clean, refreshed & protected.

This set includes:
1 x Nivea Men Sport Shower Gel 400ml,
1 x Nivea Men Dry Impact Anti-Perspirant Deodorant Spray 150ml,
1 x Nivea Men Protect & Care Deep Cleaning Face Wash 100ml.

Suitable for all skin types and the gift packaging is 100% plastic free.

Available from Argos priced at £10

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Cheatwell Brain Ache picture game

Brain Ache is the ultimate game of puzzling pictures. Guess the well-known phrase or word from the clever doodles on each card, from 'fighting tooth and nail' to 'top banana' and 'off your rocker'. The first to guess 10 cards correctly is the winner! With more than 350 quirky cards, this is a fantastically fun game for the whole family. Make sure you keep 'cool as a cucumber' and don't end up with 'egg on your face'!

Suitable for age 12+

Available from Wicked Uncle priced at £22

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White Water Rafting Experience for Two at Lee Valley

For the adrenaline junkies in your life, prepare them to receive the gift of their dreams - the ultimate water adventure experience!

They will dive deep into the thrilling action at River Lee Country Park, embracing the fear factor and taking on the rapids. This exhilarating experience is guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping. After a safety briefing and some helpful advice on tactics, they will hit the water using their agility and strength to navigate around this tricky course while holding on tight for every bump and twist along the way!

Available from buyagift priced at £100

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Disclaimer - some of the items featured where gifted for me to try before inclusion, however all opinion is my own.

All prices correct at time of publishing.