Advent calendars for you or a loved one
Fancy an advent calendar, be it a classic chocolate selection or something a little different? Here’s our round-up of what we think you’ll love to buy.
Adagio Teas 24 Days Of Tea Advent Calendar, £30
Behind every one of the doors is a different Christmas-inspired brew, making this calendar as much a shimmering winter decoration as it is a tea lover’s daily surprise. Available in loose leaf (including a decaf option) and teabag formats, meaning there’s a version for every kind of tea drinker on your gift list.
Baked By Steph Whimsical Christmas Cookie Advent Calendar, from £58
Biscuit fans will love this handmade selection of treats. Behind each little door, you’ll discover a hand-iced, buttery vanilla cookie, adorned with a festive royal icing design. From Christmas trees to crackers, and even the cutest little penguin, the joy of uncovering each treat is part of the Christmas magic.
Bimble & Bolt Runners Advent Calendar, from £42
An advent calendar from women’s apparel brand Bimble & Bolt, this features products to look after those that keep fit by running inside or out. It’s a great fit for anyone wanting a calendar with a genuine performance or wellness angle, rather than just chocolate.
BrewDog Advent Calendar, £51.99
A different beverage every night of December? Sounds good to us. Packed with favourites including Hoppy Christmas, and the new Jingle Juice, it’s an easy tick for anyone’s Christmas list, from partners and dads, to siblings or friends – plus there’s also a brand-new glass exclusive to 2026.
Crayola 24-Day Arts and Crafts Advent Calendar, £19.99
The perfect treat for kids who love to colour, create, and craft through December. Each day brings a mess-free activity ready to go straight out of the box — no scissors, glue, or extras needed. With everything included, kids can dive straight in making holiday gift tags, decorations, and more.
Divine Milk Chocolate Advent Calendar, £7.50
Behind each door, a nativity story unfolds to reveal a mouth-watering heart-shaped chocolate. Co-owned by Ghanaian cocoa farmers, Divine is a bar above in ethical chocolate. Each and every ingredient in the milk chocolate advent calendar is Fairtrade certified and every farmer fairly-paid.
Francois Doucet Advent Calendar, £28.99
A festive showstopper from the traditional French praline specialists, find an assortment of crunchy caramelised nut pralines, aromatic fruit jellies and stunning chocolates behind each door. Printed with a beautiful winter snow scene, it makes a lovely addition to any Christmas decoration.
Gabby’s Dollhouse Fairylandia Advent Calendar, £19.99
Celebrate the season with a daily surprise, building excitement all month long. This set includes a collection of 4cm figures and fun accessories, perfect for creating a festive doll house scene. The figures and bases are designed to be interchangeable, allowing for creative combinations and display options.
Harry Potter Sock Advent Calendar 2026, £17.99
This advent calendar is brilliant as fillers for kids, bringing wonder to their holiday countdown with unique Harry Potter designs. Inside you’ll find six ankle socks and six trainer socks offer flexibility for any occasion, whether casting spells or embarking on magical adventures.
Hotel Chocolat Everything Advent Calendar, £29.95
Christmas Day is a time of indulgence, but why not make the lead-up notable, too? Whether you like dark, milk, or white, there’s an treat to cover every genre. You’ll find some of your all-time go-tos and maybe even a new favourite – Hazelnut Praline or Caramel Cheesecake, perhaps?
Build Your Own Marble Labyrinth Advent Calendar, £24.99
Build this calendar step-by-step over 24 days: the pieces come together to create a Marble Labyrinth the whole family can enjoy on Christmas Eve.
Place your swirly glass marble at the starting point, then use the push and pull tabs to tilt the labyrinth and steer your marble to the finish.
Lovehoney Enjoy Advent Calendar, £99
Here’s a saucy one to consider: behind every drawer is a playful surprise. Enjoy 24 days of pleasure with this calendar, designed to bring couples closer together, and excite solo explorers. We’re intrigued by the Womanizer Starlet 3, teasing the clitoris with tiny orgasmic pulses of air. Don’t be shy, now.
Lush Fabric Advent Calendar, £35
New for 2026, this is Lush’s first fully reusable, fill-your-own advent calendar, a chance for you to build your own surprises for a loved one behind every door. Fill each pocket with hand-picked Lush favourites, or mix in your own bits and pieces: a trinket, a treat, a note; whatever brings the festive sparkle.
MAGNA-TILES Advent Calendar, £39.99
Rather than 24 throwaway toys, every door adds another piece to one big Christmas build. Kids uncover magnetic tiles, figures and accessories, gradually creating their own festive winter world. And because everything is compatible with the wider range, it can be played with long after Christmas is over.
Maison Margiela’s After-Advent Calendar, £122
Here’s a spin – an AFTER advent calendar! Beyond Christmas enjoy seven drawers of fragrant surprises, wrapped in a newspaper-inspired design. Inside, discover some of the brand’s Replica scents, from the cosy warmth of By the Fireplace and Jazz Club to the fresh, sunlit feel of Never-Ending Summer.
Mamas & Papas 2026 Advent Calendar, £30
There’s 24 pockets and 12 countdown cards to enjoy, each revealing a unique and fun activity for that day, including ‘leave out some milk and a carrot’ on Christmas Eve. It can also be personalised with a child’s name at the top, making it a lovely keepsake that can be enjoyed year after year.
Minecraft 24 Boxes Advent Calendar, £24.99
This video game-inspired calendar is packed full of gifts to enjoy all year round. It includes playing cards, gadget decals, wall decals, magnets, card coasters, 100-piece mini jigsaw, magnetic bookmarks, washi tape rolls, 3D decorative puzzles, a notebook, and sticker sheets.
My Mini Baby Sweetie Surprise Advent Calendar, £19.99
Little ones get to open a new door each day to reveal festive surprises, including two mini baby dolls and over 20 accessories. From cosy outfits and feeding essentials to sweet playtime items, every piece is designed for collectible, nurturing play.
Numberblocks MathLink Cubes Advent Calendar, £24.95
Festive countdown fun, kids will discover 24 exciting surprises behind tear-to-open doors. Build, play and learn through hands-on number activities, all the while encouraging early maths skills, counting and number recognition. It’s perfect for festive learning and playtime in the run-up to Christmas.
The Olor Luxury Tealight Advent Calendar, £30
Countdown to Christmas with 24 beautifully-scented tealights. Hidden behind each door is a different hand-poured creation, taking you on a journey of their signature fragrances – including a brand-new, never-before released scent just waiting to be discovered.
Orchard Toys Advent Colouring & Activity Book, £4.77
Countdown to Christmas with 25 days of festive fun! Packed with puzzles, colouring, crafts, stickers for every day, a personalised letter to Santa and a pull-out festive scene – it’s a magical, creative advent journey for the kids in your life to enjoy.
PAW Patrol Holiday Rescue Advent Calendar, £23.66
PAW Patrol fans will love this calendar of action figures, vehicles, and more, building excitement and anticipation as 25 December approaches. What can they expect? Ten pup and friend figures, seven winter vehicles, four accessories, and three sticker sheets.
Pixi Beauty Advent Calendar, £40
The 12 Days of Glow Discovery calendar invites beauty lovers through skin-loving favourites and simple routines. The 12-piece edit includes Pixi’s signature Glow Tonic, alongside Hydrating Milky Mist, Rose Cream Cleanser, Rose Ceramide LipPatch, Glow Tonic Cleansing Cloths and plenty more.
Popcorn Shed Gourmet Popcorn Advent Calendar, £27.99
The countdown to Christmas will be popping with this calendar, with 24 bags in 12 flavours, from Salted Caramel and Berry-licious, to Pecan Pie and plenty more. We’re in it for their Red Velvet flavour: red cocoa infused caramel popcorn with white chocolate and cream cheese frosting.
Pooch & Mutt Gingerbread Advent Calendar For Dogs 2026 Bundle, £22.99
The ultimate countdown-to-Christmas bundle for your four-legged friends. Whether you’re a multi-dog household or they’ve got a best pal on their Christmas list, this Gingerbread Advent Calendar duo will have them drooling through December.
Reese’s Advent Calendar, £7
If you’ve not yet indulged in this calendar, now’s the time to do so (albeit those with certain food allergies and intolerances). Make the countdown to Christmas that little bit sweeter with 24 doors hiding delicious Reese’s treats, bringing a daily dose of peanut butter joy right until the big day.
REHAB. Dose Advent Calendar, £35
This calendar puts a daily dose of hair, skin and body care behind every door, turning the countdown to Christmas into 25 days of self-care. Inside, discover a curated mix of their iconic Dose oils, including haircare heroes, nourishing face oils and body oils, alongside exclusive limited-edition fragrances.
RISE Coffee Whole Bean Advent Calendar, £42
For the purists who like to grind fresh every day, enjoy 24 hand-picked, specialty coffees from independent UK roasters. There’s over 18 different coffee origins to explore: just pop a window, scan the QR code, and discover the story behind that day’s coffee. There’s a ground variety to buy, too.
Roly’s Fudge Advent Calendar, £60
Encased in an elegant gold-foiled sleeve, this limited-edition calendar offers 25 days of deliciousness. Behind every window lies a much-loved classic, with a selection of Roly’s Fudge flavours such as Vanilla Clotted Cream, Sea Salt, Honeycomb, Salted Maple & Pecan, and Christmas Pudding Fudge.
Sandford Orchards 12 Ciders of Christmas Advent Calendar, £68
Behind each of the 12 doors is a different Sandford Orchards cider, designed to offer a taste of their award-winning range. As an added festive treat, the calendar also includes a bonus branded pint glass, branded socks, a wooden-handled bottle opener, and a car window sticker.
Tiptree Advent Calendar, £39.99
This calendar showcases the world of Tiptree and its Jam Factory, complete with Tiptree elves sorting fruit, then making and packing jams and marmalades. It contains a selection of Tiptree Jams, Marmalades, Honey and Sweet Spreads – complete with an extra-special surprise behind window 24!
Tonic Kids’ Vitamin Countdown Calendar, £25
The world’s first kids’ vitamin advent calendar, this swaps the traditional morning chocolate for vitamin gummies and a daily activity. With the average chocolate calendar containing around 50g – 12 teaspoons – of sugar, it’s a different option for a countdown without the sugar rush.
Tony’s Chocolonely Countdown Calendar, £15
Tony’s Chocolonely exists to end exploitation in cocoa, with all products made with 100% traceable cocoa beans and that are ethically sourced. Why else should you buy this? The taste, naturally, plus every day includes a fun fact to educate chocolate fans throughout December.
Vistaprint Chocolate Advent Calendar, from £17.99
Kick off the countdown with an advent calendar just the way you like it. Fill each door with treats from top brands like Lindt and Kinder – and it’s personalised, too, so you can upload a photo of your own. And since each calendar is delivered straight to the recipient’s door, it’s an easy way to send a festive hello to those overseas.
W7 Beauty Blast Advent Calendar, £22
Make every day a beauty surprise with 24 individually numbered boxes, each revealing a make-up or beauty treat to brighten your festive countdown. From everyday essentials to exciting new launches, each day brings another W7 beauty treat to add a little extra glamour to your festive season.
