Christmas Gifts for Men

Give him a day, not a drawer filler

Most men are perfectly happy to be given nothing and slightly disappointed to be given socks. A day out solves both problems and gives him something to bring up every time the family is together.

Behind the wheel, four secret supercars keeps the line-up a mystery until he arrives, while the James Bond Double Drive is for the man who takes corners seriously.

If he'd rather leave the ground, indoor skydiving with iFly runs at five UK centres and a bungee jump for two is a rather more permanent decision.

Quieter types get on better with fly fishing or the London cheese crawl, which is exactly what it sounds like. Experience vouchers are valid for 12 months, and the eVoucher lands in your inbox within 15 minutes.

Small gifts with a sense of humour

There should always be one gift that makes the room groan. How to Swear in 96 Languages is a public service for anyone who travels, and Grow Your Own Hairy Beaver is exactly as sophisticated as it sounds.

Something personalised for the wall

If he'd rather have something lasting, a Coat of Arms & Surname History Print traces his family name back further than he can, with the paperwork to prove it. It is the rare gift that works equally well for a grandad, a brother-in-law or the man who claims to have thrown out everything he owns.

Smiles guaranteed, or your money back

Buying for someone else is always part guesswork, and men are notoriously hard to read over the wrapping paper. Our Smile Guarantee settles it: no smile, return the gift, get your money back.