Father’s Day is fast approaching – Sunday, 18 June in case you’ve forgotten – and if you’re in need of ideas for a gift for Dad, your worries are over. There’s no need to go halves with your sister on a new tie this year, or grab a bottle of his favourite wine from the supermarket at the last minute.
We’ve put together a solid list of perfect gifts for Dads so whatever his interests are, you’re sure to find something that appeals here…
Brewery Tour
Beer-brewing, and especially micro brewing, has seen a massive surge in popularity in recent years, to the point where almost anyone with a bit of space at home and some free time can try their hand at it. Many breweries will offer guided tours of their facilities which can whet the appetite and provide plenty of inspiration on flavours. The Tinggly experience gift collection features many brewery tours around the world, so if your Dad’s got a holiday planned soon, he might even care to explore the brewing scene in other countries!
Cheeseboard
It goes without saying that cheese is one of mankind’s finest achievements, perhaps even the greatest of all. A selection of good cheeses is best served after a meal, on a handsome wooden cheeseboard with a special cheese knife. A cheeseboard, perhaps even one that you’ve had engraved with a personalised message, will be a welcome addition to any dining table.
Tools
If your Dad loves a spot of DIY, whether around the house, in the garden or on the car, then why not take a peek into his toolkit and see if there’s anything missing, or that could use replacing. This will be an especially good Father’s Day gift idea if you know he has a new project to start soon.
Coffee Machine
As to our views on coffee, see Cheese (above). True coffee aficionado Dads know the value of a good brew even if they’re not trained baristas themselves, and will appreciate the thought of a machine that can save them time producing an invigorating cup of joe every morning.
Amazon Echo Dot
For Dads who like a bit of tech, the Echo Dot is a hands-free voice-controlled system that once set up will allow your Dad to do everything from play his favourite tunes to check the football scores, weather forecasts and even adjust the lighting or thermostat, without needing to move an inch!
Race Car Ride
This is another favourite in our ever-growing portfolio of gift experiences. If your Dad has ever dreamed of taking a spin in a high-performance sports car then this can be arranged with ease. He might like to ride along as a passenger with a professional driver, or get behind the wheel himself for a few timed laps, but either way it’s sure to be a memorable moment.
BBQ Inspiration Cookbook
How many childhoods have been permanently scarred by the image and whiff of scorched sausages, brutalised burgers and charred chicken drumsticks? Help your Dad become a grill master by giving him the ultimate gift for the amatuer garden chef – a gourmet BBQ cookbook, full of interesting marinades and techniques to try.
New Slippers
The gold standard of Father’s Day gifts, it’s no surprise that slippers are always a reliable go-to. But why skimp this year? Treat your Dad to a seriously stylish, ultra comfortable pair that will make lazy Sunday afternoons pottering around the house an absolute pleasure.
Quality Family Time
This is the best Father’s Day gift of all, in our opinion. Nothing shows Dad how much you love and care about him more than actually being there. So if you live a fair distance away, instead of buying an expensive gift, you could spend the cash on getting over to see him, meeting up for a Sunday roast or an afternoon in the pub, with siblings and grand-kids in tow.