Illustration: Natalie Foss/The Guardian View image in fullscreen Illustration: Natalie Foss/The Guardian The Filter Father's Day The best Father’s Day gifts in the UK for dads, grandads, uncles and friends We’ve tried, tested and rounded up 62 thoughtful gifts – from gardening gloves to a cold brew coffee maker and a parkrun keyring – to make the father figure in your life feel special
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The best Father’s Day gifts in 2026 Accessories Self-care Home and garden Food and drink Tech and gaming Fitness and outdoors Books Fashion Subscriptions and vouchers W hoever you’re celebrating this Father’s Day – your own dad or a father figure in your life – our bumper list of gift ideas should help you think beyond the norm (though we have included some sock options, because sometimes it’s OK to go classic).
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Whatever their age or your budget, we’ve focused on sustainable products that stand the test of time. All of the products have either been tested by me or by our own brilliant testers on the Filter and should still be going strong on Father’s Day 2027 and beyond.
From sweet-smelling subscriptions to personalised picks, here is our selection of 62 of the best Father’s Day gifts that are sure to crack a smile.
View image in fullscreen Roka London Carnaby wallet
£22.95 at Amazon The Carnaby from Roka has three sections split between the holy trinity of cards, notes and coins. Made from recycled, durable materials, it comes in more than 50 colours, so you should be able to find one in his favourite shade.
View image in fullscreen Personalised Air Tag keyring
Make his keys unlosable by pairing an Apple AirTag with this smart vegan leather keyring case. For an extra fiver, you can get it personalised with his initials.
View image in fullscreen Victorinox Swiss Army Knife
I keep one of these pocket-sized tools from Victorinox in my car’s glove compartment, and it’s surprising how often it gets wheeled out – whether that’s at impromptu picnics, for last-minute birthday card writing, or making on-the-go repairs with one of its screwdrivers.
View image in fullscreen Owala Free Sip water bottle
£27.45 at Amazon If he often forgets to stay hydrated, this bottle came top in our roundup of the best water bottles . Easy to clean, leak-free and narrow enough to fit in a car’s cupholder.
View image in fullscreen Horace face and body sunscreen, 100ml
£22 at the Grooming Clinic A daily sunscreen is an essential part of any good skincare routine. Horace’s SPF50+ protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays but isn’t chalky like the factor 50s of old – it feels more like a moisturiser.
For more, read our guide to the best face sunscreens
View image in fullscreen Rains Hilo wash bag
£45 at Rains Danish brand Rains makes products that stand the test of time – I’ve had one of its weekend bags for almost 10 years, and it still looks as good as new. The waterproof Hilo wash bag is spacious enough to fit all of your daily toiletries, but has buckles that can be adjusted to reduce its size; ideal if travelling light.
View image in fullscreen Fussy deodorant
£26 at Amazon Upgrade his deodorant to a refillable option. Fussy’s subscription-based scents are delightful: Night Tales’ blend of cedar and cinnamon is my go-to.
View image in fullscreen Braun beard trimmer series 5
£59.99 at Amazon Stubble and beards might be fashionable, but face fuzz still needs to be looked after. This waterproof trimmer has 40 different lengths to choose from for an uber-precise cut and comes with a minifoil shaver head for a smoother look.
For more, read our guide to the best beard trimmers
View image in fullscreen Elizabeth Arden hand balm, 75ml
£30 at John Lewis Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour cream can transform even the most hardened hands. A friend who’s into climbing recommended it for its cracked skin-soothing abilities, and it’s now my go-to hand balm, moisturising and nourishing my dry skin, and absorbing quickly.
View image in fullscreen Kiehl’s facial fuel face wash, 75ml
£16 at Sephora Kiehl’s menthol-packed cleanser provides a refreshing start and end to every day. The small bottle has the added perk of being travel-size. You can buy a bigger bottle without breaking the bank, and you only need to use a small amount, so it will last him ages.
View image in fullscreen Aesop mandarin facial hydrating cream, 60ml
£42 at SpaceNK Upgrade his morning and evening skincare routine with this citrus-scented skin revitaliser from Aesop. It absorbs quickly, so is ideal for those who don’t have time to spare…