Best reusable advent calendars to buy this Christmas that are made to last
Check out the best wooden, paper and fabric advent calendars to buy this December and use for years to come.
As a parent in 2025, living sustainably is no easy task, what with disposable nappies, plastic bottles and so much plastic packaging all piling up in our bins.
But, that doesn't stop us trying! In fact, Natural Baby Shower found that 45% of parents identified eco and sustainable parenting as the most significant trend of the future.
So for an easy way to make a sustainable choice this Christmas, why not swap out those flimsy disposable chocolate advent calendars for a reusable one that you can bring out year after year?
These days there are so many beautifully-made fabric and wooden calendars to choose from, and so many are exquisitely decorated. Plus, they save you money in the long run as each year you only have to buy replacement chocolates to keep the tradition going.
Below, you'll find a shortlist of our favourite reusable advent calendars to help you choose the best option for your family.
You can find more advent ideas in our edit of the best teen advent calendars and the best beauty advent calendars.
Best reusable advent calendars at a glance
Wooden advent calendars
- Santa Sleigh Fillable Advent, £25
- Woodland Christmas Advent Calendar, £31.50
- Wooden Santa Advent Challenge Calendar, £45
- Fill Your Own Postbox Advent Calendar, £48
- Fill Your Own LED Ski Chalet Advent Calendar, £49
- Fortnum & Mason Piccadilly House Musical Calendar, £190
Fabric advent calendars
- Mabel & Fox Personalised Gingham Green Advent Calendar, £34.99
- Scandiborn Fabric Advent Calendar, £39.95
Paper advent calendars
- Gold Christmas Village Pop-Up Advent Calendar, £10
- John Lewis Square Fill Your Own Advent Calendar, £15
Best reusable and fill your own advent calendars
Fill Your Own Postbox Advent Calendar, £48
Available at: Lisa Angel
Ding Dong! It's the postman at the door! This gorgeously crafted postbox calendar has 24 red drawers with gold finish knobs, plus a letter slot for your child to post their list to Santa. You can also have it personalised with your child's name or the family surname.
John Lewis Square Fill Your Own Advent Calendar, £15
Available at: John Lewis
This bright edition is perfectly eye-catching for young children, featuring folk art-inspired designs of woodland animals, toys, trees and more.
Santa Sleigh Fillable Advent, £25
Available at: Dunelm
This Santa advent calendar is a real statement piece, with a full sleigh and extra piles of presents trailing behind. It's delicate, stylish and will look very beautiful on a mantlepiece or window ledge.
Fill Your Own LED Ski Chalet Advent Calendar, £49
Available at: Lisa Angel
This delightful ski chalet is finished in pale blue and comes with wooden gondolas, trees and skis. It also has bright LEDs hidden inside and you can personalise the bow on top to make it extra special.
Mabel & Fox Personalised Gingham Green Advent Calendar, £34.99
Available at: Mabel & Fox
This fabric calendar comes in a lush green gingham pattern that will fit perfectly into your home's aesthetic. The pockets are deep enough for chocolates and toys and you can have your child's name embroidered on the velvet bow.
Woodland Christmas Advent Calendar, £31.50
Available at: Great Little Trading Co.
This wooden calendar is a very unique choice. Comprising a free standing Christmas Tree complete with 25 numbered decorations, it involves adding a new woodland creature to the tree each day rather than receiving chocolates or gifts. A brilliant no-waste option that will still delight kids.
Fortnum & Mason Piccadilly House Musical Calendar, £190
Available at: Fortnum & Mason
This calendar depicts the shop front of Fortnum & Mason's famous Piccadilly store, in bright red and turquoise. Upon opening each door, the calendar will play an iconic Christmas carol like “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”, “Oh Christmas Tree”, “Jingle Bells”, and “Silent Night." A real showstopper piece!
Scandiborn Fabric Advent Calendar, £39.95
Available at: Scandiborn
Scandiborn has launched this delicate fabric calendar with adorable icons on each pocket. Perfect for chocolates, teeny little gifts or sweet messages.
Gold Christmas Village Pop-Up Advent Calendar, £10
Available at: Hobbycraft
This simple gold paper calendar includes 24 pop-up houses which make up a charming Christmas village scene. All for just £10!
Wooden Santa Advent Challenge calendar, £45
Available at: Etsy
This wooden Santa chimney has 24 wooden slats which, when pulled out, count down to the big man's arrival. As an extra treat, each stick has a daily festive challenge like 'Sing a carol' or 'Make a Paper chain.'
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