10 of the best Father’s Day gifts a dad really wants in 2024
Whether the dad in your life loves cheese, chocolate, cars or you want to create memories together we have the perfect gift for you to give this Father's Day
Buying a gift for Father's Day is never an easy task. It may feel like your Dad already has everything, and there's always the classic, "you don't need to get me anything". Even when they say this, you may decide they deserve to be spoilt and start on your mission to find the best Father's Day gift.
As every dad is different, we've tried to provide something for everyone, whether he likes cooking, cars or just a tiny little treat.
If you're in need of a New Dad or Father-to-be Father's Day gift we also have an article for this to make their first Father's Day extra special. If you don't want to spend money on a gift or want to make a little extra something, take a look at our homemade Father's Day gifts. If you want more gifting content, we have best baby gifts and best gifts for new mums and mums-to-be too.
Best father's day gifts at a glance
- Best gift for creating memories together: 100 Things To Do With Dad Bucket List Scratch Poster, £13
- Best gift for Dads who love to cook: HexClad Apron, £99.99
- Best gift for Dads who love chocolate: Personalised Toblerone, £17.99
- Best for a sentimental gift: Personalised Me and Dad Photo Frame Holder, £13.95
- Best gift for Dads who love cheese: Personalised Name Slate Cheese Board & Knife Set, £35.10
- Best gift for Dads who love cars: Aston Martin Double Driving Experience with High Speed Passenger Ride, £70 (usually £218)
- Best budget gift: 52 Things To Do While You Poo Book, £6.99
- Best for reading together: Baby Touch: Hello, Daddy board book, £5.99
- Best gift for Dads who love coffee: Whittard Coffee of the World Gift Set, £28
- Best for a relaxing gift: Mini Massage Cushion, £35
Our Pick of the best Father's Day gifts for 2024
1. 100 Things To Do With Dad Bucket List Scratch Poster, £13
– Best for creating memories together
No matter how old you are or how busy life is, there's always time to make memories with your Dad. That doesn't mean it's always easy to come up with something to do. With this scratch poster you have 100 ideas to choose from, ranging from dancing in the rain to going bowling, plus more adventurous activities such as going kayaking or visiting an aquarium. Once you've done each activity you can scratch the square with a coin and reveal a fun picture.
This is a lovely gift for a dad as it shows you want to spend quality time with them. They are also left with a colourful poster highlighting all the fun times you've had together.
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Available from: MenKind, Not On The High Street and Amazon
2. HexClad Apron, £99.99
– Best for dads who love to cook
Does your Dad love to cook? Do they also like to look good while they're cook?
This slick looking water resistant apron from HexClad is the best way to show the chef in your life some love. It's is on the expensive side but this is an apron that's built to last with fabric composed of 100% recycled plastic bottles.
Next stop, MasterChef!
Available from: HexClad
3. Personalised Toblerone, £17.99
– Best for dads who love chocolate
If your Dad loves chocolate, this personalised Toblerone may be a lovely special gift. You can choose the distinct design for the packaging to best suit your dad. Then, you can choose your Dad's favourite flavour; crunchy almond, dark chocolate, fruit & nut, milk chocolate or white chocolate.
Once you've chosen your packaging and flavour you can enter their name to be put on the box along with a special message. Your Dad will feel touched whilst enjoying his yummy chocolate bar.
Available from: Toblerone
4. Personalised Me and Dad Photo Frame Holder, £13.95
– Best for a sentimental gift
From all your times spent with your Dad, I'm sure you have a ton of special photos. This personalised frame is a perfect way to display your favourite father and child picture.
Each frame is made from a choice of oak or walnut (for an extra cost) wood finish and holds your photo between your choice of words. There are 3 sizes of frame to choose from; small (6 x 4"), medium (8 x 6") and large (11 x 8"). You can upload your image to be printed on thick card or a metal sheet or, you can just put a printed photo in yourself.
Your Dad will love this sentimental gift and will be reminded of the special memory in the picture each time he looks at it.
Available from: Not On The High Street
5. Personalised Name Slate Cheese Board & Knife Set, £35.10
– Best for cheese lovers
For all Dad's who love cheese, there's no better Father's Day gift than a personalised slate cheese board and knife set. It incudes a wooden cheese board with a bespoke slate insert, a cheese knife and a cheese fork.
The slate insert can be personalised with your Dad's name and will be laser-engraved. This gift is practical and personal, it can be bought out on many occasions, reminding them of you each time.
Available from: Prezzybox
6. Aston Martin Double Driving Experience with High Speed Passenger Ride, £70 (usually £218)
– Best for dads who love cars
Is your Dad always talking about cars from back in his day? With this Virgin Experience gift he can get behind the wheel of 2 Aston Martins, from a variety of options that may include the Aston Martin Vantage, Aston Martin DB5, Aston Martin '75 Vantage or Aston Martin DB9.
He will get to drive 3 miles in each car and then enjoy a high speed passenger ride driven by a professional driver. This gift is slightly more expensive than others, however, when it's on offer it really is amazing value if you're able to spoil your Dad this year.
Available from: Virgin Experience Days
7. 52 Things To Do While You Poo Book, £6.99
– Best budget gift
It's a running joke that dads seem to spend a lot of time on the toilet, and if yours fits the bill then this book is a brilliant fun and inexpensive gift.
The book has 52 fun poo puzzles and poo facts to keep Dad entertained on the toilet. This gift will make him giggle when he opens it but may also get lots of use and actually become a staple in his toilet routine.
Available from: MenKind
8. Baby Touch: Hello, Daddy board book, £5.99
– Best for reading together
You can't go wrong with a cute board book for dad and baby to enjoy together.
This Baby Touch: Hello, Daddy board book is an adorable way for dad and baby to spend time together with it's colourful illustrations and fun textures.
The Hello, Mummy book is just as cute.
Available from: Amazon
9. Whittard Coffee of the World Gift Set, £28
– Best for dads who love coffee
Being a dad can make you very sleepy, especially if they're up late working, up early with the kids or just very busy. So, why not treat him to a Whittard Coffee set to help rejuvenate him and give him that extra dash of energy he may need.
This set is perfect for dads who like to switch up their morning brew with fantastic coffee from around the world.
Available from: John Lewis
10. Mini Massage Cushion, £30
– Best for a relaxing gift
Gift your Dad some relaxation and comfort this Father's Day with a mini massage cushion. The multiuse massager has a rotation massage with 4 pressure points and an optional heat mode to really help soothe any aches and pains.
Your Dad will be forever grateful for this gift when he's got a bad back or a pain in his shoulder.
Available from: MenKind
About the author
Chloe is a Digital Reviews Writer and Coordinator for Immediate Media's Parenting team. She researches and writes articles recommending the best prodcuts for parents, ranging from best sleep aids to best playpens and gift guides to help you find the best gifts at the best price.
Authors
Chloe is a Digital Reviews Writer and Coordinator for Immediate Media's Parenting team, specialising in household and trying to help parents save money. She researches and writes articles, recommending the best products, ranging from best cordless vacuums to best playpens. She has a First-Class Honours Psychology degree where she developed a strong interest in child development. During her teenage years she worked as a play worker and Brownie volunteer to support children's play.
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