Looking for the perfect Secret Santa gift but don’t want to break the bank? You’re in luck – our great stores are full of fun, quirky, thoughtful gifts that won’t cost more than a tenner.
Here are some fab ideas to help you nail your Secret Santa mission.
For the big kid
If you want to add a bit of fun to your Secret Santa gift, head to Toytown. While it’s a toy shop, it’s not just for kids! Check out Post Malone’s World Pong League (£5), where the rapper and pong champion puts his own twist on the classic drinking game.
For the treat lover
M&S is the place to go for premium chocolates, festive treats, and cosy accessories. A box of luxury truffles or a beautifully wrapped selection of biscuits makes for a delicious, thoughtful gift – or why not treat a hard-working colleague to this De-Stress Luxury Weighted Eyemask (£10)?
For the beauty buff
Everyone loves a bit of indulgence, and Lush offers some fantastic bath bombs, shower gels, and skincare products that are perfect for a pampering session. Say Merry Christmas to your secret santa with two peppermint and lemon-scented bath bombs (£10), ready wrapped in recycled paper with a Secret Santa tag.
For the comfort seeker
Next offers a brilliant range of accessories that are perfect for thoughtful gifts – we love these fluffy Green The Grinch Christmas Cosy Socks (£4.50-£5.50). You'll also find cosy at Superdry, where you can pick up these vintage-style Ribbed Gloves for just £9.
For lovers of the quirky
Typo is the go-to for fun, colourful, and personalised gifts. Think notebooks, funky pens, quirky stationery, or even a witty mug. This hilarious Cat Trinket Tray (£8) is just purrfect for someone with a fun personality!
For the techies
GoGo Gadget has tons of gadgets that are perfect for anyone who loves their tech with a side of fun. Perfect for the sports techie, try this vibrating Body Massager with coloured lights (£9.99).
For Pop Culture fans
For anyone into pop culture, Cool Merch is your Secret Santa haven. You’ll find mugs, keychains, and quirky gifts inspired by everything from Marvel to Harry Potter. Perfect for that one person who’s obsessed with their favourite movie or TV show. Toytown also has a great range of Funko Pop figures to choose from.
For film and music buffs
If your Secret Santa loves music or films, pop into HMV for a great range of vinyl, CDs, and quirky merchandise. Find anything from a Mandalorian: Star Wars Trivia Quiz (£4.99) to a Taylor Swift 2025 Mini Calendar\ (£5.99).
For jewellery junkies
Jewellery doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Your Secret Santa will be the belle of the ball in these Crystal Waterfall Earrings (£9.36) from Accessorize.
For sweet tooths
For those with a sweet tooth, Mr Simms offers a variety of retro sweets and treats. You can create a customised sweet jar filled with nostalgic favourites, or simply grab a bag of goodies for someone who’s into all things sugary and sweet. You can even pick up the latest Smartphone (£5.49) for a fraction of the usual price – and it tastes delicious, too!
For candle lovers
Yankee Candle is perfect for gifting a little slice of luxury on a budget. A Christmas Cookie Small Jar Candle (£9.99) or set of Cottage Getaway tealights (£9.58) in wintery scents like Woodland Weekend, Afternoon Scrapbooking or Cinnamon Swirl make for a cosy and thoughtful Secret Santa gift.
For bookworms
For anyone who loves to read, Waterstones is the ideal place for affordable gifts. From a bestselling paperback to a quirky bookmark or a beautiful journal, they’ve got plenty of gifts that will warm the heart of any book lover.
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