Father's Day Gift Ideas 2019 - Real Mum Reviews

Father’s Day is fast approaching, and I have to say, I really love celebrating Father’s Day, both with my own Dad and Mike who is a fantastic Dad to the girls. Both Neve and Erin absolutely dote on Mike, and whenever they feel upset or poorly, or quite simply need a hero, they always gravitate straight towards him. It’s lovely to see how their relationships have formed as the girls have got older; and how he can quickly switch from carnage Dad (think playfights, tig and tickling) to superhero dad (carrying tired legs, nursing a grazed knee, and stopping tears) in minutes.

When it comes to finding the perfect gift for Father’s Day, I appreciate that every Dad is different, but hopefully I’ve covered all bases with this Father’s Day gift guide full of suggestions for every kind of Dad!

For the Dad who fancies a tipple

I am yet to meet a Dad who doesn’t like a nice cool beer in the Summer, but with so many varieties of beers, ales and lagers to choose from, it can be difficult to know which ones are going to wet their whistle! For something a little different, the Brewery and Beer Tasting Day experience from Red Letter Days is a really fun way of allowing them to create the beer they like the taste of best! Each of these specially selected UK beer breweries is based in a scenic location and produces a fine range of their very own signature ales. A hands-on experience is ideal for any fan of real ale and provides a great introduction to the subtle art of brewing beer. Under the guidance of an in-house expert, Dad can learn to mash in, boil, ferment and condition his very own ale whilst picking up priceless tips and beer brewing advice. Each venue offers warm refreshments, a hearty lunch and most importantly, a beer sampling session and a special gift pack or mini cask of specialty beer to enjoy at home.

Gin also appears to have become far more popular with men and women alike in recent months and for the real gin counisseur, this boutique craft watercress gin in the Twisted Nose range from Winchester Distillery tastes amazing with a good tonic and a twist of grapefruit or Dad can mix with Vermouth for a must have martini! Available at Yumbles

For the Dad’s who prefer to pour themselves a classic glass of wine then you can’t go wrong with a bottle of Marques de Caceres. The perfect barbeque partner, leading Spanish Rioja brand Marques de Cacares has a range of wines to suit every preference, from aromatic Verdejo White, rich and dry Blanco White, and the floral Rosado Rose, ideal for accompanying fish, as well as the spicy Crianza the perfect pairing for bbq burgers and steaks. Available at all leading supermarkets at around £8/9 RRP.

For the car enthusiast

Mike recently had a new car, and has tried to have a no food policy, because well – anyone with a car and toddlers will know just how quickly the seats get covered in crumbs! Just in case he does succumb to a packet of crisps or two, this nifty Hoover car vaccuum can quickly and easily get his car looking it’s best again, just in time for the monthly sales meeting where he picks up his boss! Designed for comfort and use the Jovis Plus Car Vaccuum plugs into the AC/DC power supply in your car and has lots of tools to help him reach all those awkward and hard to reach areas of his car.

Right up Mike’s street, and for something a little special for car enthusiasts, you can’t really go wrong with the Silverstone driving thrill experience from buyagift.com – Undoubtedly an unforgettable experience, you can choose from three sleek and speedy cars that call the world-famous Silverstone racetrack home. Slink into the cockpit of an aerodynamic racing single-seater, keeping your feet close to the ground as you become a blur racing round the track, unleash the power of 007 with the stunning Aston Martin V8 Vantage, or feel the ferocious force of the Ferrari 400 BHP V8 F430 Coupe. There isn’t a better place to let out your inner Jenson Button, under the guidance of a professional racing driver, than the home of Formula One and you can relive it all over again as there are plenty of opportunities to take pictures and videos

For the Pampered Dad

Bayliss & Harding mens black pepper and ginseng weekend bag from Victoria Plum is ideal for those who work away and still want to look and feel their best. This sturdy and roomy leather holdall type bag comes with plenty of space for a weekend away, and comes equipped with all their washing and grooming essentials from the Baylis & Harding For Him range, including soap, shower gel, hair and body wash, moisturising body lotion and after shave balm.

Baron Shower Bars are a great idea for men who like to feel fresh and clean but also be more environmentally friendly. These sustainable shower bars are a great alternative to buying shower gels and help reduce single use plastic. Baron Shower Bars come in a variety of scents and come with a handy small canvas bag making them ideal for the Dad who wants to travel light.

For men who like to take care of their skin, or who may be kept awake during the night by a baby / sleep ninja toddler / racing mind or thoughts of Game of Thrones, this fab Eye Serum from Black Leopard is a must have Father’s Day treat. Black Leopard is a new men’s grooming range that has just launched in the UK, and the eye serum not only helps reduces puffiness and dark circles, but helps increase elasticity, lock in moisture and plump the skin – reducing wrinkles!! Win Win!

For the Retro Dad…

Mike is a child of the 80s, and like me grew up in a time where downloads and streaming didn’t exist. In our youth, vinyl records, cassettes and in our teenage years CD purchases were the only way we got our music kicks. In a little celebration of our youth, this Choc N Choc beautifully crafted novelty chocolate Vinyl Record and Casette from Yumbles features a Greatest Hits record and Dad’s mix tape. The chocolate comes gift boxed and has a shelf life of 3-6 months – not that it will last that long in this house!

He sliiiiiimmmmed me – for the Dad who doesn’t really want to grow up – Playmobil have recently launched their Ghostbusters range to celebrate this iconic movies 35th Birthday. This Ghostbusters Playmobil 4 figure set includes all the key characters from the original film with their ghost busting accessories. An ideal gift to help Dads and little ones play together – IF he will let them!

For the Home Comforts Dad

For the Dad who likes to look dapper even at bedtime, this Tommy Hilfiger Icon Bath Robe from Mainline Menswear is an ideal choice for Father’s Day. This cotton towelling bath robe has classic lapels at the neck and a tie fastening around the waist and features the signature Tommy Hilfiger flag logo on the left of the chest. Available in small, medium, large and extra large.

For the King of the BBQ Dad

Jack Daniels sauces and glazes for the perfect BBQ. These sauces and glazes can help Dad serve up luxuriously sticky, glazed chicken wings and ribs, add depth to ‘low and slow’ dishes like pulled pork or beef brisket, or use the sauces as a delicious dip for fries, wedges and veggies. Jack Daniels sauces are available to buy in all good supermarkets.

For the Tech Loving Dad

Mike uses his phone for work (and social) a lot, and in his time, has also broken more than his fair share of iPhone screens in the past!. For active Dads who are always on the go, these Speck phone cases are designed for impact and offer drop protection of up to 3.6 metres. The Speck Presidio Sport Case (pictured here in black) has triple layered protection and with an anti-microbial coating, helps reduce staining and germ exposure when using at the gym!

These Speck Grab Tabs are also a fun gift for Dad, and you can chose from up to 90 different prints to add that personal touch. These slim grip assist phone accessories provide a secure hold without adding extra bulk, and also double up as a handy phone stand, which is great for when streaming Netflix or watching videos!

For the Dads who’s bored of black socks….

The little ones will love this as lets face it, if you’re a Dad thats managed to escape the Baby Shark song are you even a real father at all? These adorable matching Daddy & Baby personalised Baby Shark socks from Prezzybox.com will definitely get people talking, and make a super cute gift from little ones for their Daddy. They come gift packaged in a handy little envelope, so need to worry about wrapping either! 🙂

The Baddass Sock Collection from ChattyFeet is a very refreshing change from a boring black sock set! These action film novelty socks are not only comfortable and practical, but include a twist on four well loved characters – The Sockfather, Mambo, Toeminator and Karate Feet – sure to raise a smile when Dad opens up the gift box to reveal. The Baddass Sock Collection retails at £30 and are available in sizes Medium (UK 5-8) or Large (UK 9-12).

For the Office Dad

For the Dad who works in an office or wants to make a good impression in meetings, Pen Heaven are our go to place for high quality stationery and accessories. Dad can definitely make a statement with this Parker Special Edition Midnight Astral rollerball pen. This high quality weighty metal pen has chrome finishes and has a dark blue lacquer etched with a map of the stars. Tucked in a pocket of a white shirt, it makes for both a practical and stylish writing accessory!

For men who work in the trade, the Worthy Shorty Alluminium pencil can be used on wood, metal paper and plastic, and with its stubby hexagonal shape, is easy to grab on the go during practical projects!

For the Coffee Fuelled Dad

For the coffee enthusiast, this 6 Cup Espresso Maker from VonShef comes with 4 glass demitasse cups and can be used on gas and electric hobs to create the perfect morning brew. Made from premium polished stainless steel with heat resistant handle, this practical yet stylish kitchen accessory comes gift boxed and retails at just £19.99.

For the Dad who has everything

Some Dads are just bloody hard to buy for, and no matter how hard you rack your brains, you can’t find an idea that fits. In those kind of emergencies, why not let the team at Firebox decide for you, with their Mystery Box? Specifically created for Father’s Day, this special mystery box contains over £50 of Father’s Day greatness, and is the ultimate surprise for both you and your Dad. Clearly I am not going to reveal the contents here, but we felt it was a fun, random, and non cliché selection of gifts for Father’s Day! The Mystery Box retails at £29.99.

Finally, for the Dad who quite frankly has it all, why not boost his ego slightly with a Mr Perfect Mug – New In at Truffleshuffle.com. With a bright blue striped interior, and a No.1 Dad print to the back, this adorable stoneware mug will make the “perfect” choice for his Father’s Day brew, and show a little bit of appreciation for everything he does for you and/or the kids.