What to buy your neighbours for Christmas
Gifts that say ‘I’m a great neighbour’, effortlessly
Whether you’re genuine friends with the couple next door, your downstairs neighbour is your dog sitter or you’ve got a ‘we’ll water the plants while on you’re holiday’ agreement with the people over the road, Christmas is the perfect time to say thanks for being around.
We’ve hand-picked the perfect gifts for the people in your community.
Totes Knitted Fair Isle Slippers
Who doesn’t love new slippers at Christmas? Designed for comfort and practicality without sacrificing style, Totes are classics for a reason and these will keep their toes cosy next time you’re having an impromptu gossip.
Bialetti Moka Express Hob Espresso Coffee Maker
This is an Italian design icon that every home needs. Classy and practical, it makes delicious espresso from ground coffee and will put anyone in a good mood in the morning.
Maison Louis Jadot Mâcon Blanc and Beaujolais Duo Wine Set
Why give one when you can give two? This presentation box contains a classic half duo wine set by Louis Jadot – chablis chardonnay (perfect with poultry and fish) and bourgogne pinot noir (a plump and fruity red).
John Lewis Spiced Clementine & Pomegranate Scented Candle Tin
The scent of cosy Christmas in one pretty tin. This fruity and spicy candle has a 30-hour burn time and smells much more expensive than it is.
Sara Miller Escape to India Cake Plates
These pretty fine china plates from Sara Miller’s Escape to India collection feature touches of 22ct gold, so you and your neighbours can indulge your wanderlust in style while enjoying a slice of something sweet.
Chiostro di Saronno Chocolate & Orange Panettone
This panettone is an indulgent gift. Made with a traditional recipe of orange cream, chocolate chips and candied orange paste, one slice is never enough.
Tea Selection Gift Box
Take their morning cuppa to elite level with this beautiful selection of teas and fruit infusions including English breakfast, green, peppermint and raspberry and ginseng.
Confident Board Game
If you think you know your neighbours, this will test your trust. Confident is a game with quirky questions, dramatic reveals and cheeky answer swaps – fun for all ages as you don’t need to be a trivia nut.
Cottage Delight Cheese Board Trio
If you give the gift of cheese, you’ll have a friend for life. This small but perfectly formed cheeseboard trio with traditional farmhouse pickle, Scottish oatcakes and caramelised onion chutney is just crying out for a wedge of brie.
John Lewis Taste of Christmas Gift Bag
If you’re short on time and want to show you care, this handy pre-packed gift bag is ideal. Crammed with festive delights including Christmas pudding fudge, roasted nuts, milk chocolates and mince pies, it’ll be hard to part with.