Top 30 Gifts for Gifts for grandparents
3Teapigs Ultimate Brew Bundle, Teas, Mugs and Travel Cup
Six teas, three animal mugs and a travel cup, a complete tea lover set.
£69.99Teapigs
HintDrop perk: 20% off
5Teapigs Adventurous Caffeine Free Bundle, 6 Teas
Six caffeine free blends with unusual ingredients, about 90 tea temples in all.
£22.99Teapigs
HintDrop perk: 20% off
7Venchi Vintage Dream Christmas Hamper with Assorted Chocolates, 295g
A round Christmas hamper tin with 295g of five Venchi favourites, from Chocoviar to Cremino and Nougatine, made for sharing.
£38Venchi
9Truelove Bamboo Double Pin and Bristle Brush
Steel pins on one side and natural boar bristles on the other, on a bamboo handle: a full groom from one brush.
From £12.99That Dog
11Truelove Ultra Light Magnetic Dog Collar
A light, padded collar with a magnetic buckle that clicks shut with one hand. CORDURA outer and aluminium D ring, in four colours.
From £21.99That Dog
13Truelove Harris Tweed Harness, Lead and Poo Bag Set
Handwoven Harris Tweed from the Outer Hebrides with a soft mesh lining, plus a matching 140cm lead and poo bag holder. Made for toy and small breeds, in eight tweeds.
£44.99That Dog
15Truelove Fleece Dog Drying Coat
A soft polar fleece drying coat for after baths, swims and wet walks, which saves the sofa too.
From £20.99That Dog
17Pairfum London Sleep & Pillow Spray 100ml
A 100ml pillow and linen spray made with essential oils, with calming scents such as linen and lavender for winding down at night.
£20.00Pairfum London
19Christmas Highland Cow 2 Pack Bamboo Sock Set
Two pairs of festive Highland cow socks, perfect for Christmas Eve.
£30.00Bare Kind
21A hand and body wash and lotion in a cosy, sweet spiced winter scent.
£26.95Scottish Fine Soaps
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Joules Harewood Pleated Shade Bobbin Floor Lamp, Light Pink
For the friend who has just got the keys
£250Joules
2Teapigs Loose Leaf Bestseller Bundle, 5 Teas
Five loose leaf favourites across black, green, mint and chamomile.
£39.99Teapigs
HintDrop perk: 20% off
4Teapigs Big Best Sellers Bundle, 6 Large Boxes
Six best selling teas in large 50 tea temple boxes, a generous stock for a tea lover.
£71.99Teapigs
HintDrop perk: 20% off
6Venchi Assorted Chocoviar London Mini Book, 120g
A collectible London themed tin shaped like a little book, holding 120g of Chocoviar in pistachio, blood orange, raspberry and more.
£15Venchi
8Venchi Assorted Chocoviar Natura Gift Box, 181g
Eight flavours of Venchi's signature Chocoviar, including Piedmont hazelnut, Sicilian orange and pistachio, in a ribboned gift box.
£23Venchi
10A winter coat filled with recycled 3M Thinsulate, with 3M reflective trim for dark walks and an opening for a harness. Ten back length sizes.
From £50.99That Dog
12Truelove Ultra Light Magnetic Dog Harness
Weighs 144g and closes itself with a magnetic clasp that opens at the neck and shoulder, so nothing goes over the dog's head. Four colours, sizes S to XL.
From £49.99That Dog
14Truelove Trail Crossbody Dog Walking Bag
A hands free walking bag in tough 700D Cordura, with a magnetic pocket for poo bags and room for phone, keys and treats. Two sizes, five colours.
From £36.99That Dog
16Pairfum London Large Reed Diffuser, Bell
250ml of fragrance oil made with natural essential oils, strong enough for a large room and said to last six to nine months.
£45.00Pairfum London
18Five years of memories, one line a day, in a linen cover.
£25.00Papersmiths
20Wild Heather Pamper Essentials
Body wash, body cream and more, scented with wild Scottish heather.
£19.95Scottish Fine Soaps
Comfort beats novelty
A softer throw, a better pair of slippers, a quality dressing gown or a cushion that supports properly will get used every day. Grandparents often put up with things that are worn out because they still technically work.
If you have noticed something they make do with, replacing it with a good version is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give.
Food and drink they enjoy
A hamper of good things, a favourite tea, a box of chocolates from a proper chocolatier or a bottle of something they like are always welcome. They are easy to share with visitors, too.
If they have dietary needs, a carefully chosen food gift shows you have paid attention.
Something to do together
A board game, a jigsaw, a cookbook you can cook from with them, or a garden project gives you a reason to spend time together, which is what most grandparents want most.
Pair it with a plan for when you will use it, and the gift lasts well beyond the day.
Keep the tech simple
Tech gifts can work brilliantly, such as a simple digital photo frame the family can send pictures to, but only if they are easy to use. Set it up before you give it.
If you are unsure, choose something that works straight out of the box with no apps or accounts.
Gifts from the grandchildren
Grandparents treasure anything the children have made or chosen. A framed drawing, a handprint keepsake, a photo book of the year or a recorded story read aloud means more than something bought off a shelf.
For younger grandchildren, a parent can help pick something small and let the child hand it over. The moment of giving is part of the gift.
Buying together as a family
When several relatives are shopping for the same grandparent, it is easy to end up with three throws and no slippers. Agree who is buying what, or pool money into one bigger gift they would not buy themselves.
HintDrop makes this simple: save ideas to one shared list, call dibs on what you are buying and the rest of the family can see it is taken.
Frequently asked questions
What do you buy grandparents who say they want nothing?
Go for things they will consume or use up, such as good food, tea, a hand cream or a candle, or something that makes daily life easier. Time together, like a day out or a meal, is often what they value most.
How much should I spend on a gift for grandparents?
There is no set amount. Grandchildren often spend 10 to 30 pounds, while adult children may spend more or pool money together. A thoughtful gift with a handwritten note beats an expensive one without.
What are good tech gifts for grandparents?
Keep it simple and ready to use. A digital photo frame the family can add pictures to, a large button phone or a simple tablet set up in advance all work well. Avoid anything that needs lots of apps or passwords.
What is a good gift from a young grandchild?
Something handmade or personal, such as a drawing, a framed photo or a photo book. Grandparents value the effort and the child's own touch more than the price.
How can the family avoid buying the same gift for a grandparent?
Put ideas on one shared list and let each person claim what they are buying. HintDrop lets you save gift ideas from any shop and call dibs, so nothing is doubled up.
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