Your Dad’s always been hard to buy for
but now he might be proving even trickier now that he’s over the age of 50.
It’s safe to say, once Dad’s reach the big ‘5-oh’ they have everything they
want, they probably reply ‘nothing’ when you ask them what they want as a gift
and so they end up receiving useless, novelty stuff that just sits around in
drawers or on shelves because they have no real use or desire for it.
Avoid giving a rubbish gift this year -
here are some great present ideas for the Dad over 50:
For those on a budget
Trip to the cinema
Okay, a trip to the local cinema might
not feel like a budget option as they charge a small fortune to let you into a
screening but it’s a great gift, especially if your Dad has been waiting for a
certain film to be released. Offer to pick up the popcorn and drinks too, to
really make it a treat.
Personalised homeware
Does your Dad have an office he likes
to retire to at the weekend to work on a personal project or just to read a
book? Then dress up his space with some personalised homeware, such as a
cushion with his grandkids' faces printed on it or a photo mug featuring a
whole family photo. It’s something he probably doesn’t own already and he can
easily make use of it. PhotoBox has some great photo printing options available.
For those with a little cash to spend
Foodie Dads
You can grab subscription boxes now
that are hand delivered to your door, featuring everything from geeky
merchandise to ingredients for meals. If your Dad likes dabbling with new
recipes in the kitchen then check out this list of great food-based boxes offering
everything from hot sauce to Thai food. Most are around £15 a month and you can
sign up for just one box or a three-month subscription.
For those who want to splurge – he’s worth it
Compact record player
Does your Dad still have a huge
collection of vinyl 70s classics that he wishes he could play? Then pick him up
one of these great record players that he can pop on
the sideboard and croon along to on a Saturday afternoon.
Experience days
Does your Dad have a bucket list that he’s
yet to tick off? Is a thrilling experience such as race track driving or a trip
in a hot air balloon on that list? Then make his dreams come true and sign him
up for an experience day you know he’ll love. Red Letter Days or Virgin Experience
Days are the best places to go when it comes to affordable gifts and you can
sign him and your Mum up for the treat or make it a parent/child sort of deal.
When it comes to present ideas for men over
50, stick with one of these ideas and ensure he has the best time unwrapping or
experiencing your gift!
This is a collaborative post.
