20 Top Gifts for Kids and Families

Whether you looking for the perfect gift for your own child, a family member or something for one of your child’s friends, it can be really tricky to come up with new ideas. We’ve put together a gift guide for kids and families to help you out with some suggestions and ideas.
Give a bucket-list-worthy memory with a Go Ape gift experience. Personalise your voucher and get it by post or email. Your gift-getter can choose from 37 locations across England, Wales and Scotland depending on the activity.
Our F1® Arcade gift cards are the ultimate gift. Whether you’re looking for a birthday or anniversary present, or simply want to treat someone; this is the perfect gift for every occasion.
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3. Adopt a horse from Redwings Horse Sanctuary
Sponsoring a horse, pony or donkey at Redwings is a fantastic way to support this charity and make a new friend in the process. Costing just a few pounds a month, an adoption makes a great gift or purchase just for you!
4. Tinkerer Subscription Boxes
Spark creativity with hands-on science and arts learning for kids! At Tinkerer, we believe in creative confidence and immersive learning: two qualities that prepare kids to think big and learn for life. From constructing to crafting, we have deep appreciation for creative, hands-on projects that inspire children’s curiosity. By conquering every small challenge in our STEAM projects, children develop self-confidence that will help them conquer any unknown challenges.
5. Storytime Magazine Subscriptions
Storytime is the Best Time! Each issue is packed with fairy tales, new and classic stories, awesome animals, inspirational children, real life tales, myths, legends, gorgeous illustrations, facts, puzzles, games and much, much more! There are no adverts, no plastic toys, and each issue arrives in a special envelope, so children have the joy and excitement of receiving their own post!
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6. My Mini Maker – Subscription Boxes
My Mini Maker craft kits for kids are designed to help your child thrive — promoting creativity, calm and connection. All our activity kits are inspired by the school curriculum and support their cognitive development, fine and gross motor skills. Boost their brain cells, encourage imagination and create happy memories with My Mini Maker’s fun and fully flexible subscription boxes.Enjoy some quality time together — and finish that cuppa!
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7. Smiffys – dressing up costumes
There’s no better way to get the party started than in costume, and at Smiffys they’ve got plenty of fancy dress to choose from! From birthdays to Halloween costumes, and of course Christmas costumes – they have something to suit absolutely everyone and every event!
8. Barnshenn Toys – Premium educational and learning toys for kids
Barnshenn offer various types of toys, ranging from wooden toys to soft toys for children. In wooden toys, they have role-play toys, activity toys, educational toys, and Montessori toys for endless learning and fun. They have a wide range of soft toys, from classic plush soft toys to Christmas toys, to cover all your occasions.
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9. Happology – Premium Children’s Clothing
Happyology celebrates the joy and optimism of childhood through beautiful clothing and accessories. Founded in England, an appreciation for traditional craftsmanship informs every creation. The highest level of attention to detail is paid to intricate hand embroidery, charming embellishments and unique prints without compromising on practicality. Wholesome and whimsical and always unique, collections are produced to premium standards in small batches ensuring meticulous attention to detail.
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This is one for families with older kids. Gift cards are available as well as booking specific activities. With a network of over 3,000 outdoor professionals and more than 10,000 activities worldwide, Manawa has become the go-to platform for booking a dog sledding tour in Norway, a helicopter flight over Bora Bora, a canyoning excursion in the Verdon Gorges, a boat tour in Greece or a snorkelling excursion in Mauritius. Our goal is to help as many people as possible discover amazing outdoor activities and create unforgettable memories!
11. Feather Down Farms Gift Card
Experiences and memories can make the best presents! Why not buy a Feather Down Farms Gift Card for someone this Christmas and take advantage of this offer to maximise the joy it will bring them? Gift Cards can be used as full or part payment for a Feather Down Farms stay. Choose from £150, £250 or £350 gift cards and receive an extra £50 voucher code when you purchase a gift over £150.
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12. English Heritage Membership
English Heritage annual membership gives you unlimited access to hundreds of historic sites, including Kenilworth Castle. A family membership also allows you to take along up to six children for free which is great for school holiday days out with friends.
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Your journey has begun, and we are happy to do it together! Becoming a parent is something unique to live and love every day. We will be by your side when you feel happy when you feel tired; during relaxing times and bedtime. From the first feed to weaning, on walks, on your travels, and during playtime together. In us you will always find an ally, but you will add the secret ingredient. We are Chicco, we do everything so that you can be unique, in your own way.
14. Outsmarted – family quiz game
This is a great game for the whole family to get together and play so could make the perfect gift for a family you know. There are deals on their website too if you look at buying directly.
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Would someone you know love these award winning flapjacks? Take a look at their hampers and gift boxes – they look amazing! YUM!
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16. Hatton Adventure World Membership
Hatton offer full year and term time only membership so you can pick the option that suits the age of your children best. As well as free entry for 12 months you get discounts on children’s parties, 50% off the Enchanted Kingdom event, exclusive members events and lots more.
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17. West Midland Safari Park VIP Experience
There are all sorts of once in a lifetime experiences available from being a keeper for a day to feeding the Lions or being the star of the Sea Lion show.
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18. AirHop Trampoline Gift Card
If you have, or know, kids that love a good bounce – why not buy them a gift card for a visit to AirHop. Prices start from just £15.
19. Zello White Noise Machines
Zello are British sleep experts, crafting award-winning White Noise Machines that transform newborn and baby sleep. Helping little ones fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer, we’ve proudly earned Loved By Parents and Made For Mums awards – bringing better nights to thousands of families worldwide.
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20. Birmingham Museums Membership
A 12 month membership of Birmingham Museums gives you free entry to all of their sites which includes Thinktank. It also gives you 10% off in their cafes and shops which could save a few pennies over all those days out! A family membership for 2 adults and up to 3 children costs £95.
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