Gifts for Grandad
1. What’s on his radar? – Grandads love electronics and gadgets. If he keeps getting lost, why not buy him a new sat nav? Digital cameras, MP3 players and digital radios are also good choices
2. Less mobile these days? New mobile phones are high on grandads’ wish lists – they make a great present and are a perfect way to stay in touch
3. Try a younger model – Model kits and remote control vehicles aren’t just for kids, grandads also love them. Artist materials and DIY tools are also popular choices, and will let grandad show his creative side
4. Buy clothes he won’t loathe – Coats and jeans are popular with grandads – but leave the jumpers, socks and hankies in the shop, grandads just don’t need any more!
5. Choose the booze – No surprise that grandad is partial to a drop of the strong stuff. Single malt whisky and wine are high up on grandads’ wish lists
6. Story time – Whether it’s a book or a DVD, grandads love a good story. But be sure to make sure it’s something he actually wants, and not just from the bargain bucket
7. Action man – Don’t think that all the excitement grandad can handle is flicking through his stamp collection – he actually wants to test drive a 4x4, or even a tank! Try an experience day for the most adventurous grandpas
8. What about the latest strip? – Grandads love sport and can often be found cheering for their football team on Saturdays, and gracing the golfing green on a Sunday. New sports clothes and equipment are great gift options if grandad is still active, whilst the latest strip or season ticket are also good choices.
9. Get a get-away – It’s a more luxurious present, but grandads love a good holiday – and he’d trade all the socks in the world to have one this Christmas. Whether it’s a weekend in Cornwall or a cruise around the Caribbean, he’d love a nice break – especially if you go along too
10. Is he a Silver Surfer? – Grandads are far more computer savvy than most people realise. Laptops and computers are good choices if you’ve a lot of money to spend, but alternatively new software and application also make great gifts.