The Autism and ADHD friendly Christmas gift guide
This year, we have put together the ultimate Christmas gift guide for neurodivergent folk like us. The guide incorporates gifts for the hard to buy for (we all know one of those), people that love food or fashion and also a calm and cosy section too, if Christmas gets a bit too much. We’ve also included a mix of price points so there is something for everyone, whether you want to buy for friends, family or just treat yourself!
Calming and cosy gifts
Unnaaty – Happy Place candle - from £10.
Unnaaty is a small business on a mission to create equal opportunities for those who have challenges with various disabilities. The Happy Place candle looks and smells gorgeous. With citrus, lemon, geranium, patchouli and orange essential oil.
Prezzybox - Yes Studio Feeling Chill Essential Oil - £14.99
This essential oil set is a trio of soothing gifts. With a host of essential oils to help you relax. It contains a bath oil, rollerball and room spray. The ideal way to take time out for yourself and take a minute to re-set.
Loop ear plugs – from £13.95
Loop Quiet are earplugs that reduce noise by 27 decibels. Perfect for those with sensory processing disorder or for when the world is feeling a bit too much and you want some peace and quiet. They are made of soft silicone, so comfy to wear. There are other models and different colours to choose from, depending on your needs.
Wynnie Tam Tam candle – from £23
This stunning luxury candle brand, is dedicated to promoting mindfulness and creating calm memories through the power of scent, perfect for reducing stress this Christmas. A fantastic calm gift for a loved one.
Happy Linen Company - Warm Alaska Sherpa Fleece Throw - £27
This gorgeous festive throw will keep anyone warm and snuggly this winter and look great on a bed or sofa. It’s perfect for the scandi hygge feeling with this nordic-inspired sherpa fleece throw which comes in three sizes. Perfect for chilling under after a busy day.
Original Rubik’s Cube – £12.99
The iconic Rubik's Cube challenges your mind and problem-solving skills and can be the perfect way to unwind. The classic 3x3 Rubik's Cube is the world's best-known addictive puzzle and has fascinated fans since its launch in 1980. A legendary mental challenge at home or on the move.
Beauty gifts
Nursem - Hand care gift set - £19.99
As with all its products, for each gift set purchased a month’s worth of free Nursem will be donated to a nurse or midwife, which has helped over 500,000 NHS staff to date. The range draws on the traditional Japanese craft of Furoshiki to bring to life the idea of lasting and purposeful gifting. Each gift set comes uniquely wrapped in an illustrated Furoshiki cotton cloth that can be reused - providing an alternative to disposable wrapping paper.
Manta - Healthy Hairbrush - £25
Ultra-gentle for minimum hair breakage and maximum shine, perfect for people who find it tricky to brush their hair. Manta Healthy Hairbrush is suitable for all hair types including fine, fragile, thick, curls, coils, children, men, and hair extension wearers. It even comes in a lovely bag, perfect for popping in your bag.
REN - Clean Skincare Gift Sets – from £30
Discovered in nature, packaged for the planet and joyous for skin and senses this 4-step best of REN routine features a soothing Cleansing Gel, exfoliating AHA Tonic, de-puffing and brightening Eye Cream, and future-proofing Day Cream from our bestselling Evercalm™ and Radiance collections. For healthy-looking skin that’s calm, fresh and glowing all day long.
SKINICIAN - Radiant Glow Brightening Gift Set - £55
This exquisite Radiant Glow Brightening Gift Set contains three of Skinician’s best anti-pigmentation products to brighten and rejuvenate dull skin. Rich in concentrated actives, each of these brightening skincare heroes works wonderfully on its own but used together the formulas complement each other to leave skin intensely radiant and renewed. Perfect for those with a beauty hyperfocus.
Food and drink time
Resident Pheasant – Build Your Own Chocolate Box - £10
Wave goodbye to the unwanted stocking fillers. It’s time to colour their Christmas with a Build Your Own box of Christmas goodies available in two sizes. Containing exceptional, ethical chocolate that’s encased in fun and eco-friendly packaging.
Ahmad Tea - Kew ‘Beyond the Leaf’ Bauble Caddies - £3.99
The Great Taste Award winning loose leaf teas from Ahmad Tea and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, are now available in a stylish Christmas bauble! Choose from Majestic Breakfast, Splendid Ceylon, and Elegant Earl Grey. The perfect Christmas tree present.
Robert Dorset – The Ultimate Crackling combo – from £17.50
Introducing a wide range of bespoke gift boxes ranging from ‘The Ultimate crackling combo’ to ‘The KETO Gift Box'. Shoppers can customise the content of their gift box, selecting from a delicious variety of Proper Pork Crackling, Delectable Nuts, Keto Seasoning, and Panko Rind Crumbs. These tasty treats are available in flavours such as Salt and Vinegar, Garlic, Chorizo, Sweet Chilli and Sage & Onion, and can be paired alongside a choice of cider, lager, ale, spirits, or soft drinks. It’s the ideal gift for food lovers who are sensory seekers!
Laylo – Merlot wine box – from £33.99 for a 2.25L box
Berkshire-based Laylo who create delicious, quality boxed wine has launched a Merlot from the Languedoc Roussillon, France. It's wrapped in a genuine snippet of Matisse art, chosen in a vote by Laylo customers. Laylo boxes stay fresh for 6 weeks from opening. The boxes generate 90% less carbon than glass bottles and are 100% recyclable. Ideal for a wine lover this Christmas.
Corney and Barrow - Staff Selection Mixed Wine Case - £188
Calling all wine buffs! This mixed case is an insight into some of the C&B team’s top picks and wines to enjoy this Christmas. Quincy offers a fantastic alternative to Sancerre and the Château Lafon is a perfect reminder of the brilliant drinking wines from Bordeaux. Bubbles are a must over Christmas, and their new Crémant du Jura is the perfect fit!
Soho Street Cocktails - £28.99
Love cocktails but find them tricky to make? These at-home cocktails make the perfect gift, all you have to do is shake, pour and serve! These cocktails have been handcrafted with a ‘taste-first’ approach, made with high-quality ingredients and no artificial flavours or colourings. The range includes Pornstar Martini, Espresso Martini, Strawberry Daiquiri, and a Piña Colada all served in a 1.5 litre pouch.
The fashion lover
Form Norfolk – Knot necklaces, headbands and earrings – from £10
It’s not often you find a range where you love all the products. Form Norfolk have it covered this Christmas. From the comfiest headbands you’ll ever wear (and I’ve tried a lot over the years), to amazing twist knot necklaces. They are easy to pop on too with their magnetic fastening, in an array of colours, as well as stunning stud earrings. All this loveliness without making too much of a dent in your wallet.
Kind Bags London – 3 Gingham Pouches - £24
Each and every product is produced sustainably and ethically, recycling plastic bottles destined for landfill or the ocean. The three zip pouches are ideal for on-the-go or organising at home. The three different sizes make it easy to neatly pack a bag or organise ‘bits and bobs’.
Born Anxious - Hester ADHD sweatshirt - £25.99
The ADHD sweatshirt is organic and label free so perfect for those with sensory issues. The Hester sweatshirt was created by Born Anxious after Hester was diagnosed with ADHD at 43. It comes in a variety of colours and thunder bolt designs including Hester’s favourite - leopard print!
COEUR DE LION – pearls necklace and bracelet – from £55
Timelessly beautiful and lovingly handcrafted. The necklace and bracelet in sparkling pale blue and silver is absolutely perfect for any occasion. Every piece of jewellery ordered will be delivered to you beautifully arranged on a piece of satin in a premium designer case and with a certificate of authenticity.
One Of A Kind Club – Earrings - £15
One of a Kind Club is a contemporary jewellery brand aiming to inspire and celebrating individuality through fun statement pieces that make an impact. Each piece is handcrafted so they are special and one of a kind, bringing colour to people's lives with contemporary gorgeous earrings.
For hard to buy for people
Prezzybox - Smartphone 36 LED Ring Light - £10
Get selfie ready with this LED ring light that attaches to your phone. If you’re well versed in the art of taking a good selfie then you’ll know all about how important good light can be for that perfect, insta ready photo. The LED Ring Light is a clip-on accessory that’s compatible with most modern phones.
Corney & Barrow – Own Label Christmas Case of wine – from £138
One of the UK’s oldest and most prestigious wine merchants, Corney & Barrow, has a selection of extra-special, luxury wine cases. From the C&B Own Label Christmas Case, featuring some of their most popular benchmark blends, to the luxurious, high-end C&B Classic Case, which boasts vintages from some of the world’s most renowned producers. They also have a range of Delamotte Champagne from Brut to Blanc de Blancs and Magnums to half-size bottles.
Hello Day – Original 2023 planner - £46
If executive function is an issue, then these Spiral Daily Planners are the ideal gift for 2023. It’s not only for staying organised, but keeping track of your wellbeing, mental health, goals, water consumed, exercise, and inspiration quotes and more. Each stunning planner can even be personalised, for that extra special gift.
The Brunel Museum – London Brick Vase - £32
The Brunel Museum has a fab online shop with tons of lovely ideas for Christmas, and this Brick Vase is at the top of our list. It comes in a variety of colours and it’s the perfect gift to brighten up someone’s home this year.
Pet Teezer – Detangling and Deshedding brushes - £10
If the person is hard to buy for why not buy their pet a gift instead? The Pet Teezer from Tangle Teezer not only looks great but also super practical. Coming in a range of colours, it’s the perfect gift for a pet lover this year.
For tricky teenagers
Rubik’s Phantom – £28
Calling all Rubik’s fans – this new Rubik’s cube is like nothing you’ve seen before! Touch, reveal and solve with the Rubik’s Phantom! Innovation adds a new layer of challenge to the original 3x3 Cube! Touch the Cube tiles to temporarily reveal colour, see if you can solve the latest cube as the colours fade. You will be amazed by the thermochromic technology of this Cube! Reveal the Phantom’s colours with the heat of your touch.
STM - STM Goods MagPod - £44.95
This is a brilliantly designed stand or handle for a MagSafe iPhone. A simple but great gift that keeps iPhones above the clutter, the MagPod legs retract into a compact pod that makes a great handle for selfies and video, and then stores away into a pocket ever so easily.
New Look - Christmas Tinsel Scrunchies - £5.99
Get into the Christmas spirit with these tinsel scrunchies. Each come in a two pack of green and red and also purple and silver. Perfect for up-dos for a Christmas party or to wear on Christmas day!
Young Driver – Driving lessons from £39
Tricky to buy for teens can get behind the wheel of a real dual controlled car with a fully qualified instructor at any of Young Driver’s 70+ UK venues. Youngsters (from 10+) can learn to brake, steer, change gear, tackle roundabouts and even parallel park! Gift vouchers are valid for nine months.
STM - STM Goods MagLoop - £29.50
This is a 3-in-1 grabber, propper and bottle popper for your MagSafe iPhone, the MagLoop from STM Goods uses the power of magnets to securely snap to the back of your phone. Ingeniously designed to give a finger loop, kickstand and even bottle snapper in one smart product. The MagLoop is a great gift for those techies who want something a little different.
The homely one
Little Village Candles - Gold, Frankincense & Myrrh Christmas Candle - £30
Little Village Candles are a small, local business creating stunning fragrances and hand poured soy candles. Nothing says Christmas like a festive scent and this candle doesn’t disappoint. Choose from candles and reed diffusers for the perfect gift.
Pure Table Top – Kew Gardens placemats and coasters - £35 and £15
Know a fan of butterflies? Then this stunning set of four cork-backed placemats featuring the intricate artwork from the infamous Royal Botanic Gardens is perfect for them. The intricate patterns and colours feature a diverse range of bugs. Complement them with the matching coasters for a truly spectacular botanical gift.
Viners – 5 piece cheese serving set - £30.50
Did you know cheese gives you a dopamine hit? Perfect for anyone with ADHD! The Viners Cheese Serving Set is perfect for entertaining and serving guests, offering style and sophistication and the perfect way to serve cheese. The premium stone board is hard wearing and ideal for keeping cheese cool. Each utensil is made from high quality stainless steel and crafted to retain their sharp cutting edges.
Typhoon – Elements marble serving board - £25
The Typhoon board is a lovely addition to any table this Christmas. Choose from a range of stunning serving boards made from natural materials with flashes of marble, gold, terrazzo for added wow. The serving board is ideal for serving appetizers, desserts, or charcuterie.
Partylite – Candles – From £9.35
Partlylite are passionate about creating special moments, evoking treasured memories, taking you to a special place and lifting your mood with scents. These fragrances will transform your home this Christmas.
Pure Table Top – Kew Garden Platter – £24
Influenced by the intricate patterns and colours from a diverse range of bugs, this stunning platter marries perfectly the past and present. Inspired by historical illustrations held at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew the serve platter is the perfect addition to any tablescape. The nature of this beautiful reactive glaze makes each piece of ceramic unique.
Fun Times
Super Mario Adventure Game DX - £29.99
This exciting action maze designed and inspired by the world of Super Mario is sure to keep everyone quiet on Christmas day! Carefully deliver your playing marble using the 3 buttons and 2 revolving wheels going through the 7 tricky zones to reach the goal! You don’t even need batteries for it – hooray! It’s very satisfying to play!
The two-storey Pony’s Stylish Hair Salon opens so many fun ways to play! Comb hair with the brush or use the curling iron. The Sylvanian Families figures can even hold the hair dryer!
Treasure X Dino Dissection Pterodactyl - £20
Calling all dino fans! A mega sized Pterodactyl has been captured in a cage but inside this Dino is an Exclusive Treasure Hunter! There are 16 Levels of Adventure as you rescue the Hunter and turn the beast into a soaring Dino to take to the skies!
Schleich – HORSE CLUB Sarah’s baby animal care - £21.99
Schleich are known for their fabulous collections of toys that include figures of animals you can find nowhere else in the world. Every toy is of high quality, hand-painted, and collectible, perfect for sparking imagination this Christmas. The horse club sets are perfect for any equine loving children.
The Genius Square – £17
With 62,208 possible combinations, every single one has a solution! Some combinations will be easy to solve, some much harder. It’s all in the luck of the dice. For ages six plus and can be played with one or two players. It’s bound to keep everyone busy all Christmas!