Well, whether you like or not, it’s that time of year again – yep, Father’s Day!
Seemingly it doesn’t get any easier with each passing year, that incessant question which bugs most sons and daughters equally; what to get the old man who appears to have everything already Pipe dream presents such as tickets to cup finals, holidays to far flung paradises and that brand new BMW he’s had his eye on for so long are out of most people’s price ranges. That said, you don’t have to spend a lot for your gift to mean a lot, and so here are five suggestions that we hope will bring a smile to his face without leaving you weeping to the bank manager for months after.
Personalised Mugs from GettingPersonal.co.uk
Gettingpersonal.co.uk offers a wide variety of personalised gifts but our favourite incorporates last year’s biggest meme with one of Britain’s favourite past-times, drinking a good brew. These ‘Keep Calm’ mugs are both heart-warmingly sweet and conveniently cheap, and for the sake of a mere £10, could undoubtedly brighten up any dad’s big day.
Click here to purchase the keep calm' mug.
Roku 2 XS from Oyyy.co.uk
Dads are always looking for ways to save a pound or two — and the Roku 2 XS video streaming box provides just that: A way to cut out Sky or Cable TV for good. The Roku 2 XS provides a way to connect with more than 500 video streaming services; so whether it's the football or soaps he likes, he need never miss a programme again. The company does a cheaper verion at £50, however this version doesn't come with a remote control for gaming, nor an ethernet cable port. For those of you have happen to have Apple geek dads, Apple TV is much the same (and even costs the same) - it's just that we prefer this.
Click here to purchase Roku 2 XS
Indoor Skydiving for two from Redletterdays.co.uk
For the more adveturous of Dads out there, maybe it’s worth considering this little day out. Asides from jumping out of a plane or throwing your dad out of a moving car at high speed (wait, that’s not safe or legal is it?) – this is the one of the coolest experiences the two of you can actually share this side of a James Bond film. And to make things even better, right now the website has a lovely 50% off if you book before Father’s Day. Who can say fairer than that? Not us.
Click here to purchase Indoor Skydiving for two
Gift of Encouraged Philanthropy from Presentaid.org
The Presentaid website is full of hundreds of gifts with a twist. The twist being, ultimately the present is not for the recipient, but rather it is a gift on their behalf to those who need it more. With everything from first aid kits to buffalo, it seems the choices of gift are almost endless. Our favourite however has to be ‘a month’s food for a family’. Refugees have been fleeing the conflict in eastern Burma for 25 years now, and it’s only with gifts such as these that families can survive. For as little as £25, you (or your Father) could ensure a family receive a food basket containing rice, beans, fish and vitamins amongst other things. It’s gifts like these which really make a difference, and so if your old man happens to be the giving sort – maybe this is the ideal gift for him.
Click Here to purchase a months food for a family.
RC Mario Karts
For those Dads who have a geeky heart, maybe they’ll appreciate this as much as we do. Fans of computer games can’t help but love these remote controlled Maria Kart toys which will allow you and him to race one another until your heart’s content! Thanks to the people at Golide, these cool karts charge up in around 15 minutes from the three AAs in the controller and then are good to go for about another 15 minutes (so long as you don’t crash them of course). At only £20 each, these are the bargin of the century if you ask us!