Gifts for Grandpa that you’ve never thought of

We've rounded up our favourite ideas for gifts to buy Grandpa that he'll truly appreciate.

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by Sophie Knight |
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From socks to boozy chocolates, books about history to comedy ties, buying gifts for Grandpa can get a bit predictable. If you've run out of inspiration for what to buy Grandad this Father's Day (or what you need to buy him from the kids because they're too young or haven't remembered), help is at hand.

We've scoured the online shops to find some of the most unique and thoughtful gifts that Grandpa will really appreciate this year. Gifts to keep him entertained or presents that make him think of his family and treats to spoil him.

Gifts for Grandpa Shortlist

For the sentimental grandpa: Personalised Grandad Photo Frame
For the forgetful Grandpa: Personalised Oak Glasses Stand
For the tea-drinking Grandpa: Wrendale Dad Stag Mug
For the Grandpa who is a BBQ enthusiast: Viners BBQ Tool Set
For the modern Grandpa: Nixplay 10.1 inch Touch Screen Smart Digital Picture Frame
For the well-groomed Grandpa: Philips OneBlade 360

As well as this, we've chosen our favourite gifts for Grandpa based on presents the Yours Team would like to receive, or gifts we've bought our own loved ones. Not to mention, they all come highly rated, not just by ourselves but also by real customers. Don't forget the Father's Day card.

So, whether this year you want to buy him a new coffee machine, a personalised whiskey tumbler, a mug or a wooden stand for his specs, we've got an inspiring list of presents for you to browse (and we've managed not to include any socks or chocolate!).

For the nostalgic Grandpa

Dear Grandad Memory Journal

Rrp: £16.00

Price: £9.75

Description

This Dear Grandad Memory Journal has more than 60 questions, helping the grandchildren to prompt

For the gardening grandpa

Grandad’s Garden Shed KeyringPhoto: Not on the High Street

Description

A lovely gift from the grandchildren, personalise this wooden shed keyring with up to 28

For the sentimental grandpa

Personalised Wooden Photo FramePhoto: Amazon
Price: £19.99

Description

Print off a special photo of Grandpa with his grandchildren and turn this wooden photo frame into

For the egg-cellent Grandpas

Wooden Egg & Soldiers BoardPhoto: Amazon
Price: £19.99

Description

Grandad will love eating his eggy soldiers from this engraved wooden board, featuring an

For Grandpa always in the kitchen

Description

Is your Grandpa never out the kitchen, or always near the barbecue? This 'Best Grandad Ever' apron

For the forgetful Grandpa

Personalised Oak Glasses StandPhoto: Not on the High Street

Description

From MijMoj Design, this is somewhere to keep Grandpa's glasses, which also features a special

For the avid reader

Description

Has your Dad got a hobby he enjoys and wants to learn more about? Choose from over 30 magazines

For the Grandpa who loves a beer

Description

We love this low-carb brew from Drink Well. The Lean Brew IPA (12) is packed with notes of fruit

For the handy Grandpa

Description

We know Grandpa always has a pack of sweets secreted somewhere about his person, and probably a

For the stylish Grandpa

Grandad Wash Bag Gift
Price: £18 (was £18.95)

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Description

Treat Grandad to a leather-look Grandad Wash Bag Gift to keep all his lotions and potions in,

For whiskey-drinking Grandpa

Description

If Grandad is a whiskey drinker, he'll love this Personalised Whiskey Tumbler. It's designed to

For the tea-drinking Grandpa

Description

Put a smile on Grandpa's face with this Wrendale Dad Stag Mug. With the word 'Dad' written on the

For the Grandpa who is a BBQ enthusiast

Viners 0302.196 16pc BBQ Set, Stainless Steel
Price: £26.99

Description

Beautifully finished stainless steel tools are just what Grandpa needs to make the family cookout

For the coffee-drinking grandpa

De'Longhi Nescafe Dolce Gusto Mini Me Starter Kit

Rrp: £114.99

Price: £49.99
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Description

If Grandpa likes a good cup of coffee, treat him to a new coffee machine with this De'Longhi

For the modern Grandpa

Nixplay smart digital photo frame,Photo: Amazon

Rrp: £179.99

Price: £134.99

Description

If your Grandpa isn't too tech-savvy but loves to take a trip down memory lane and look at old

For the bookworm Grandpa

Metal Photo BookmarkPhoto: Not on the High Street

Description

We're always on the lookout for a bookmark, and it normally ends up being an old receipt or

For the Grandpa who loves alfresco dining

Description

Who isn't a fan of pizza? If your Nonno loves to dine outdoors, why not grab this pizza oven from

For the well-groomed Grandpa

Description

Philips' latest addition is the Philips OneBlade 360. This blade ensures fewer passes and more

For the DIY Grandpa

Personalised Tape MeasurePhoto: Etsy

Description

From SoBespoke, we've added this cool, personalised tape measure. Choose from nine designs, and

FAQs

When is Father's Day UK 2023?

Father's Day falls on Sunday 18 June, which means there's still time to buy some great gifts for Grandad. From personalised keepsakes that are sentimental, to novelty gadgets and special mugs that will keep him entertained. There's something to make Grandpa feel really special this Father's Day.

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Sophie Knight is the Affiliate Managing Editor for Bauer Media Group.

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