Best Father’s Day gifts: 11 presents that your Dad will truly love
Shop our tried-and-tested early edit of the best Father's Day gifts for every type of Dad to suit all budgets
Father's Day will be here before you know it. So there's no time like the present to get ahead of the game and bag a gift your Dad or fatherly figure will love.
This year, Father's Day falls on Sunday June 16th. And while that's a little while away, just like the Easter half term, it will come around sooner than you think. If you're wondering where to start, look no further.
Whether you've got a sporty dad, Star Wars lover, foodie, craft beer fiend or king of the barbecue — this year, there really is a gift for every personality.
But you need not scour the digital shelves for hours and hours upon end in search of something he'll appreciate. Instead, we've done all the hard work for you. No matter what budget you're working with, we tracked down the best gifts that are thoughtful, personal and worth investing in. From massage guns that will help add some R&R to his day-to-day and personalised books or comics — the gifting options are endless!
And better yet, as our guide shows, the best Father’s Day gifts don’t have to cost a small fortune. Ranging from just over £10 and upwards, we've pulled together an edit of the best treats for every kind of dad.
Or, if you're in the mood for present shopping for the rest of your loved ones, check out our guide to the best gifts for new mums or have a browse of the best gin gift sets and hampers.
Best Father's Day gift: at-a-glance favourites
No time to read the whole list? Choose from our top three best Father's Day gift:
- Best Father's Day gift for personalisation: Personalised Father's Day Comic, £29.99 at Not On The High Street
- Best Father's Day gift for wine-loving dads: Hotel Chocolat Macarons & Red Wine Gift Set, £22 at Laithwaites
- Best Father's Day gift for cheese-loving dads: Personalised Slate Cheese Board & Knift Set, £39 at PrezzyBox
Best Father's Day gifts 2024
We've tried and tested every single Father's Day gift in this roundup so you can take our word for it when we say that these are the presents to buy your dad in 2024 — and we think your pops will agree!
Best personalised Father's Day gift
This is a glorious gift for any dad that loves an old-school comic - and it's our top pick if you're looking for a personalised twist on the best Father's Day gift. This is a treat that he is sure to treasure forever.
We say: It's really simple to create. Just order the comic and they'll email you a template. Next, upload your images, then they turn it into a magical comic book. You'll get a PDF to check before it's dispatched. Imagine creating one of these as a yearly Father's Day keepsake? Aw.
Best Father's Day gift for wine-loving dads
Red wine quaffing dad? The best Father's Day gift for him is, without doubt, this classy gift set from the brilliant Laithwaites. You really can count on the brand to serve up a stellar wine-related pressie.
We say: This is possibly the most delicious French red ever – and it’s a no. 1 bestseller. Best of all, the set comes with caramel cheesecake maracrons and it's all packaged in a Laithwaites branded gift box so you won't have to do any wrapping.
Best Father's Day gift for cheese-lovers
Personalised Father’s Day gifts can be a bit hit-and-miss. They’re a thoughtful gesture but they're also the kind of item that often ends up languishing in a random drawer. There's no chance of that with this cheeseboard though.
We say: Coming with a bespoke slate insert, knives and a wooden board, it’s as practical as can be and the perfect personalised Father's Day gift for the cheese-loving man in your life. The hardest choice? Which cheese to try first.
Best Father's Day gift for kings of the barbecue
An outdoor pizza oven is this year’s must-have garden gadget and this one is a bargain. Designed for use on a gas or charcoal barbecue, it's a quick and cost-effective way to make homemade pizza to rival your local pizzeria.
We say: It takes just 10 minutes to heat up plus the stone base is removable for easy cleaning. This also doubles up as a grill or smoker for fish, meat, veg and more. However, we'll stick to what we love best: a BBQ base Margarita please!
Best Father's Day gift for coffee-loving dads
If he’s a caffeine fiend, he’ll love this classy coffee machine. We thought long and hard about which coffee machine to include and this is the one we think all kinds of coffee-loving dads will love.
We say: You can take your filter coffee-making skills to the next level with this pod-based mess-free machine. We were wowed by the easy-to-use features, the slimness of the design and most importantly, the delicious taste of the Vertuo pods.
Best Father's Day gift for foodie dads
This expertly curated box of real ale from Loose Cannon is ideal for any beer lover in your life and will make a really lovely gift for the kind of dad who’s happiest in the garden with a snack plate of cheese and a cold beer-to-hand.
We say: It contains a trio of ales: including the brand's Gunners Gold, Bombshell and Abingdon Bridge along with a hearty helping of cheddar, pickled onions, nuts and ale crackers for your cheese. What is not to love?
Best Father's Day gift for dads who do bedtime stories
We absolutely love Wonderbly books – they make such thoughtful personalised books to be cherished forever and the quality and attention to detail are outstanding. Little ones can treat Daddy to his own adorable personalised storybook.
We say: Suitable for little ones aged 3-6 years, it’s a laugh-out-loud adventure for the whole family to read. You can personalise it for both the daddy in question and up to three children. We love!
Best Father's Day gift for sporty dads
Massage guns are everywhere but they’re not cheap. This mini deep tissue massage gun caught our attention because it’s more affordable than many of the models we’ve seen. We called it in from Menkind and gave it to a sports-mad dad.
We say: The verdict? He’s an absolute convert and loves that it comes with five different attachments and offers variable intensity. The built-in battery gives you up to 4.5 hours of run time, and it worked a treat on a tired mum’s achy back too.
Best Father's Day gift for Star Wars fans
This is a smashing treat for any dad that loves Star Wars. Isn’t that all dads?! After all, who wouldn’t want a decanter shaped like a Stormtrooper’s head? The picture really doesn’t do it justice.
We say: It’s sturdier and cooler than it looks, with a cork topped seal to keep your tipple in top condition and a capacity of 750ml. Add a bottle of his favourite whisky, and the Force will most definitely be with you this Father’s Day.
Best Father's Day gift for beer-loving dads
Treat him to pub-quality draught beers at home with his very own beer tap! It’s an expensive bit of kit (worth clubbing together with siblings to make it a combined gift), but it works out cheaper than nipping to your local for a pint in the long run.
We say: A PerfectDraft machine keeps your beer chilled to the perfect temperature and the keg stays carbonated and fresh for up to 30 days. (If it lasts that long…) Plus when you’re ready for a refill, he’ll have more than 40 different beers to choose from.
Best Father's Day gift for sending in the post
If you can’t see him in person, put a smile on his face with this round foil Father’s Day balloon. Featuring colourful letting on a silver background and the very sweet message ‘Thank You, Dad, for everything’.
We say: It’s the perfect way to let an important father figure know just how much he means to you not just on Father’s Day but all year round. Sometimes the best Father’s Day gifts are the thoughtful little surprises that don’t cost that much.
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As a parenting specialist for more than 15 years, Heidi has written for most national newspapers and for a wide range of consumer magazines, including Mother & Baby where she was the Shopping Editor for six years, looking after regular consumer features including buying guides and gift roundups.
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