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Our popular gift guide is back and better than ever!
Parents, we get it, December is the most challenging month. The never-ending to-do lists, nativity shows, shopping, ‘thank you’ gifts, the big food shop, the class WhatsApp popping off, and it seems no matter how much you think you’re keeping on top of it, there’s always more to add.
The good news is, we are here to make Christmas shopping easier this year with our tried and tested guide to our favourite toys and activities for 2025!
Like most parents, we are all trying to give presents that are actually useful, encourage open-ended play, sneakily develop skills and ultimately reduce the mountain of neon plastic toys cluttering and gathering dust in your living room. However, what we can’t do is stop the grandparents buying your kids another drum kit, or any other obnoxiously loud toy they insist on buying…
Memories Over Materials
Ask your kids what they got for Christmas last year. Chances are they remember very little, if anything… Disappointing right?
They might not remember what you bought them, but they will remember how you made them feel, and the best gifts are memories. Our favourite presents aren’t presents but are experiences; family time spent together that will be remembered.
Here are some of our top ideas for gift vouchers and experiences that cover a variety of prices for every budget. If the budget allows, you could even consider upgrading to an annual pass for the gift to enjoy all year long:
Ninja Warrior park
Theme parks
High ropes course
Gladiator experience
Cinema
Soft play
Ice skating
Theatre tickets
Indoor ski centres
Trampoline parks
Zoo passes
If you want to score top marks for creativity, give the 12 days of Christmas gift where you plan an experience or trip for each month of the year. On the first day of every month of the year, the kids open the gift to discover the surprise for that month. You could then take a photo, and at the end of the year, fill a frame with all the wonderful memories.
Ride-On Toys
Is it time to upgrade their bikes or scooters? Ride-on toys are always a win with the kids, and they provide a wealth of physical health benefits, whether it’s making the trip to school more fun or enjoying a family bike ride.
To make life easier, we recommend the fold-down scooters, which are easier to transport in boots or even through airports. Obviously, you will get bonus points from your little ones for the scooters with light-up wheels for the darker winter months.
Not sure where to start with bikes? The likes of Halfords offer expert advice and even sell second-hand bikes that have been expertly refurbished, making your money go further. Consider shopping on Facebook Marketplace to save money and support a more environmentally friendly shopping experience.
Roll On The Fun
Classics that never go out of date; roller skates, roller blades and the newer Heelys! Skating is a fantastic low-impact exercise which improves coordination and balance, and also provides hours of fun. We also love Heelys! They are a great investment for keeping kids entertained whilst shopping or when travelling- never a boring moment with Heelys!
Trampolines
The biggest eyesore for your garden, but the best investment for keeping your kids entertained for hours! Rebounding has been proven to be a highly efficient whole-body workout. A recent NASA study published research showing that 10 minutes of trampolining provides a better cardiovascular workout than 33 minutes of running. However, warning- side effects include very happy children and the whole street of kids piling into your back garden for a turn.
Give a ’90s Christmas
Our childhoods were great, filled with fun and innocent play. We weren’t glued to devices; we played in the garden, visited the local park, or spent time out front with neighbours until the street lights came on. Toys from our 90s-inspired favourites kept us entertained for hours:
Space Hoopper
Skipping rope
Pogo stick
Twister
Ankle skip balls
Hula Hoops
Moon shoes
Swing ball
Remember, kids don’t need millions of gifts under the tree because it’s not what’s under the tree, it’s who is around it. Children are happy spending quality time with you, so try not to fall victim to the pressures of social media. A few well-chosen gifts, as we’ve suggested, will last a long time and keep them entertained and active for ages.
We wish you all a happy and healthy Christmas, and look forward to an active new year!
