The 16 th of June marks Father’s Day, a day to celebrate and thank all fathers and father figures alike. While there are many ways to show appreciation, a thoughtful gift speaks a message of love, care, and great affection. We’ve compiled our favourite Father’s Day gift ideas to help you find the perfect gift for your father. To us, thoughtful gifting is not only finding a gift your recipient will enjoy, but finding a gift that will last, and that they will cherish and look after for many years to come. It’s also a sustainable gift with provenance, one made with great care, and craftsmanship and with fine materials, to the highest quality to ensure longevity. With this in mind, our selection is exclusively British-made products of the highest standard, from companies we trust that, like Charles Farris, value true artisanal craft.
Emma Willis
Founded in 1989 by the eponymous designer, Emma Willis, this company has a beautiful shop on Jermyn Street in London where you can find the finest men’s shirts. Emma’s philosophy is ‘to adhere to traditional English shirt-making techniques, using luxurious Swiss and West Indian Sea Island Cottons, and employ local, skilled craftspeople’. In addition to the shop in London, the company factory is housed in a beautiful 18 th -century townhouse in the centre of Gloucester. Everything is made with great care and passion.
For the perfect, luxury gift for Father’s Day, we love the Emma Willis Grey/Blue Linen Shirt.
Dartington Crystal
Founded in 1967, this company is today, the most recognised manufacturer of simple, beautiful, and functional glassware in Britain. Everything is handmade in their factory in North Devon using trusted, age-old techniques that originated in Scandinavia. From molten material, it requires the skill and artistry of the glassmaker to create exceptional glassware. First lead crystal is gathered on a blowing pipe, then mouth-blown and hand-crafted into shape before it is cooled, hand-finished and carefully inspected, and only the finest quality receives the Dartington stamp of approval. Some Dartington glassmakers have trained for over 40 years, honing their craft. The leading UK glass manufacturer, Dartington Crystal has rightfully earned its strong associations with quality, craftsmanship, and contemporary design.
For the ideal gift for Dad this Father’s Day, we love their set of 2 Exmoor Old Fashioned Whisky Glasses.
Tusting
This luxury leather goods brand makes everything in their busy workshop in Lavendon, England. Founded by Charles Petit, a tannery owner and his son-in-law, John Tusting, the business remains to this day family-run. Generations of skilled leather workers have passed down their knowledge, refining and honing their craft, producing beautiful, quality leather items. Today, Tusting creates everything from holdalls and backpacks to passport holders, laptop sleeves and valet trays. All items are made by hand and are of the highest quality. Their classic, timeless designs ensure they’ll be used and loved for many years and even generations.
For a practical, beautiful and useful gift for Father’s Day, why not surprise your father with a beautiful handmade Tusting keyfob?
Kent Brushes
Founded in 1777, Kent Brushes have been producing beautiful, high-quality brushes – everything from combs, military hairbrushes to badger shaving brushes – for over two centuries. Their handmade brushes have natural bristles and meticulously crafted handles resulting in useful and practical works of art. They create everything with great care and attention to detail and have deservedly been awarded Royal Warrant’s for nine reigns.
For the perfect grooming gift this Father’s Day, we recommend one of their beautifully crafted shaving or military brushes.
Fox Umbrellas
For the finest umbrellas that showcase the best of British craftsmanship, go to Fox Umbrellas. Founded in 1868, the company has a rich and varied history but has always remained true to its core values, prioritising quality and craftsmanship. Their classic designs are beautiful and timeless, and everything is made to the highest standard here in the UK. This commitment to excellence in crafting the product translates to umbrellas that are sure to stand the test of time and bring great joy to their users, especially in the rain!
For a quality Father’s Day gift that will certainly come in handy, we love the their classic black umbrella with a wooden handle.
Smythson
Traditional British craftsmanship and materials meet a bold use of colour and contemporary design with this trusted brand. Dedicated to quality materials, all Smythson products are hand-crafted by skilled artisans and their goods are designed for longevity. From leather handbags and luggage tags to beautiful stationery, there’s something for everyone within their wide-ranging collection. We particularly love their leatherbound notebooks.
A wonderful way to say thank you this Father’s Day would be with a classic Smythson telephone and address book.
Peter Christian
With a family history centred around menswear that dates back to 1860, Peter Christian is a British brand that understands the importance of quality and provenance. They make all manner of classic menswear from trousers to shirts and waistcoats.
For Father’s Day, we particularly love their 100% wool jumper, made in the UK with British wool.
Pantherella
The maker of fine English socks, Pantherella was founded in 1937 in Leicester and is still situated on the same street today. Each pair of socks is crafted and hand- finished by skilled makers in their factory and the company is dedicated to using the finest quality materials.
For the perfect gift for Dad this Father’s Day, we love their green and blue checked socks.
Charles Farris
Founded in 1845, Charles Farris has been making candles for almost two centuries. Everything is made in England at our base in the Wiltshire countryside by a skilled team using traditional methods that have been passed down through generations of candlemakers. Royal Warrant holders since King George V, we are committed to producing the finest quality candles and home fragrances.
For the best Father’s Day gift, we recommend our British Expedition Reed Diffuser or our luxury Grand Cascade Three-Wick Candle.
