Whether he’s a book-lover or an avid chef, we’ve rounded up the best Father’s Day gifts for your dad.
Father’s Day is a special opportunity to shower your dad with gifts, but deciding what to buy is a definite pain point.
While your go-to might be a pair of socks or a novelty mug — perhaps 2026 is the year to gift something a bit more personal, or useful.
We’ve scoured the corners of the internet to find some non-typical gifts for this Father’s Day. Here’s the best of the bunch.
When’s Father’s Day?
Father’s Day 2026 is on 21 June in the UK, US and many other countries that recognise this day.
10 best Father’s Day Gifts
Under £30
Bee Hotel Kit
This gift does exactly what it says on the tin. Whether your dad has a balcony or sprawling acres of garden, this kit will be sure to transform his outdoor environment.
It contains a flat-packed wooden house and wooden tubes that can be assembled to support pollinators in the garden and provide your dad with a great way to spend his spare time during the warmer months.
Buy now from Oliver Bonas for £12.50
Customisable Handwritten Motel Keyring
For a low cost, but still sentimental gift, this keyring isn’t your typical present.
Write a message or do a little doodle, upload an image of it and see it transformed into a design on this retro keyring.
Buy now from Not Another Bill for £26
Samfolk Packing Cube Set
Often, the best gifts are the ones you don’t realise you need, but once you’ve got one, you realise you can’t live without it.
These compression packing cubes are just the thing when you’re desperately trying to cram everything you need for an upcoming trip into your suitcase. And a set of eight costs under £20. Bargain.
Buy now from Amazon for £17.59
Under £50
Shiatsu Back and Neck Massager
Regular massages can be a great way to destress after long hours at work. Sadly, the cost of a good massage often only adds to the pain.
This heated back massager is in the shape of a pillow, and can be positioned on the shoulders, head, waist, legs or feet to relieve tension in these areas.
Buy now from Amazon for £31.99
Printworks Pizza Tools Gift Set
In the past few years, pizza ovens have been all the rage. If your dad is a sucker for Italian food, this gift will be sure to transform his homemade pizza night.
This tool kit from Printworks has a stainless-steel pizza wheel and slicer, all packaged in the coolest New York-style pizza box.
Buy now from John Lewis for £43
Acqua di Parma Selection Set
For fragrance-lovers, help them choose their next scent with this selection of ADP’s signature fragrances.
From the fresh citrus tones of Arancia to the deep, sexy notes of Oud, there’s a bit of everything in this set.
Buy now from Cult Beauty for £39
Printworks Planner and Notebook Set
One to plan, the other to daydream, doodle or brainstorm your next big idea.
This notebook and weekly planner set has a cloth navy blue cover and turquoise text and is sure to look stunning on any desk or coffee table.
Buy now from Printworks for £35
Under £100
Aspinal of London Silver Bookmark
For those dads who just love to read, this handcrafted sterling silver bookmark makes the perfect Father’s Day gift for fans of the printed word.
It can be customised with a message, initials or perhaps a quote from their favourite novel.
Buy now from Aspinal of London for £95
The British Hamper Company Dad’s Deli Hamper
If your dad is a foodie, look no further than this sublime option from The British Hamper Company.
It’s packed with classic British sweet and savoury treats — from cheddar biscuits to smoked salmon and garlic olives — and is stylishly wrapped in a keepsake hamper box that can be reused or saved.
Buy now from The British Hamper Company for £73.47
Over £100
Katto Chef’s Knife
If he’s a whizz in the kitchen, he’ll appreciate a good-quality knife. Katto’s handcrafted knives are all-rounders — they’re so versatile, they can be used for everything from cutting raw ingredients to carving cooked meat.
These knives are already gift packed and come with a cotton bread bag, too.
Buy now from Not Another Bill for £150
Desmond & Dempsey Cuban Pyjama Set
This boxy-fit pyjama set is ideal for the summer months and can even double as resort-wear for dad’s next summer holiday.
Available in a huge range of patterns, you’ll be sure to find something your loved one will wear with pride. For a more affordable dupe of this pyjama set, M&S has a gorgeous pure cotton gingham pyjama set, which will keep him cool through the night.
Buy now from Desmond & Dempsey for £130
The North Face Valley View Jacket
If hikes and walks in the countryside are one of his favourite pastimes, he’ll definitely need a reliable jacket to protect him from the unpredictable British weather. This option from The North Face is on the pricier side, but makes for a luxurious, stylish and thoughtful gift for any active dad.
It comes in either lava red or black, with a three-layer Dryvent™ material that ensures day-long dryness, no matter the storms.
Buy from The North Face for £270
Roasting Party Cafetiere Bundle
For coffee-lovers, there’s no better gift than a speciality bundle that’s packed full of good flavour. This option from the Roasting Party is ideal for dads who love to brew their coffee in the mornings and contains a French press with a stylish walnut handle, as well as a packet of single-origin coffee.
Purchase from Roasting Party for £115
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