Surrey Gift Guide: For him
If you're looking for Christmas gift ideas for the man in your life, you've found it in our bumper gift guide for men. And it's all available online from brilliant Surrey businesses - for savvy shoppers who want to keep it local.
Moves like Jagger
Art makes a great gift, and an original Warhol print will certainly impress. This Mick Jagger vintage postcard is one of of several from Cranleigh-based Belgravia Gallery. It was produced in 1975 when the large limited edition screenprints were launched in New York. Belgravia Gallery have a wide range of art to suit all budgets.
£950
Don’t be a mug
Made from bamboo, this re-usable travel mug will help save the planet and is the perfect stocking filler for the guy who has everything. It’s designed to keep drinks hot or cold for up to 24 hours. It comes from a small family run business based in Surrey called Big Little Bamboo which specialises in eco-friendly products.
£8.99
Man bag
This luxury wash-bag is hand crafted from a beautiful waxed saddle leather that ages beautifully. It’s from Warlingham-based company Pure Shave.
£55.25
Fine wine
If you want to impress your wine loving man with a great bottle of wine, the Scarzello Barolo is the one. Hailed as the king of wines, and the wine of Kings – it’s from a family run estate in the Piedmont region of Italy. And it’s been sourced by and is sold at the lovely Chipstead wine bar and merchants The Grape Variety.
Bearded Dragon
This men’s grooming kit from Banstead-based natural skincare company, Naturally Thinking, includes two beard oils (peppermint explosion and barber fresh) plus a handmade peppermint and fennel soap.
£15
Gourmet treats
What do you get the man who has everything? Gourmet goodies, of course! And the Christmas hampers from Secretts of Milford offer a wonderful range of treats – from the Jingle Bells Hamper for coffee lovers to the White Christmas Hamper filled with shortbread and chocolates. Or go for the top of the range Winter Wonderland Hamper packed with gourmet treats, gin and Champagne.
£50 – £250
Buckle up
From Billy Belt, this handsome red plaited belt with a smart leather trim is both stylish and functional. Also available in blue and yellow, and burgundy and navy. It’s from Two Ducks in St John’s, Woking.
£30
Name it
The perfect addition to any man’s desk – a beautiful Rosewood pen engraved with his name. It’s from Surrey company Proper Goose and comes displayed in its own matching wooden box.
£33
Berry delicious
What to get the tea-loving man in your life? Christmas tea, of course! The Lawn Collection is a Woking-based boutique tea company, and as well as a great range of black and green tea, plus herbal and fruit infusions they’ve just released their Winter Berry Christmas tea. With yuletide classics including cinnamon, cloves and orange peel, this caffeine-free tea looks and tastes like the best of Christmas – and the loose leaf comes in a classic Kilner jar. Perfecto.
£10
Cuff ’em
Looking something special for that someone special? How about these Sterling Silver Coin Cufflinks from Hampton Court jewellery designers Joulberry? We think he’ll love them.
£160
Some like it hot
If the man in your life has a taste for spices, he’ll love this Great Taste Pack from Surrey-based RoniB’s Kitchen. The sauces and marmalades celebrate the flavours of the Philippines.
£33.50
Speakeasy
This hand size portable bluetooth speaker is stylish and fun – and made from sustainable wood. There are 10 hours of playing time, and it has a hands-free selfie function. It’s from Two Ducks in St John’s, Woking.
£39
Traning journal
If he loves to work out, this training log book will help him keep track of where he’s at – and the fact that it’s personalised makes it extra special. It’s from Proper Goose, a small family run business based in West Molesey.
£9.95
Close shave
This shaving cream is light and non-foaming, and designed to eliminate razor burn and razor rash. It’s from Warlingham company Pure Shave. And when you need a refill, get the eco refillable pouch (£33 for 450ml) – enough for three refills – and help save the planet. There’ also a Pure Shave Moisturiser (£20).
£18.50
Wine down
The perfect gift for the man who appreciates his wine – the Luxury Celebration Collection from Denbies Wine Estate in Dorking.
£78
Take the biscuit
This personalised ceramic jar is a great gift for the biscuit lover in your life – whether that’s grandad, your mate Dave or uncle Jim. It comes personalised with the name of your choice – Greedy Dad, perhaps? It’s from Surrey company Proper Goose.
£26
Beardy boy
A refreshing beard oil to tame the facial hair of your dad / hubby / brother / mate. It’s from Naturally Thinking in Banstead and is made using their very own Lemon Seed Oil with a unique Omega Oil profile to help tame the fizz.
£10
Amber nectar
A classy and different fragrance from Pure Shave – for him or her – based on the classic chypre style which includes Haitian vetiver oil with notes of musk, patchouli and Ambergris, alongside geranium and pepper, lime and orange.
£75
Chin chin
The Cocktail Gift Box from Albury Organic Vineyard includes a bottle of Albury Vermouth and the limited release Longwells Seyval Blanc sparkling wine and comes beautifully packaged in wooden gift box. Perfect for festive cocktails.
£56.45
Llama day out
Guys can be tricky to buy for, which is why we love this gift experience – because who wouldn’t love trekking with llamas in the Surrey Hills. There are various options available including a llama trek and lunch or a luxury llama trek day – all setting off from the Merry Harriers pub in Hambledon near Godlaming
£168 – £199.20
Brief encounter
When all else fails, pants and socks make a great addition to the Christmas stocking of the difficult-to-buy-for bloke. These Billy Belt organic cotton boxer briefs – available at lifestyle store Two Ducks in St John’s Woking, come in a choice of four colours.
£17
Sock it to him
And if he’s going to get pants, you might as well add socks to the stocking as well. And this navy and red pair are cool and classic. Also from Two Ducks in St John’s Woking.
£9
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