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Nice, possibly "British" gift, which can be easily packed?

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FromageFred · 04/12/2017 10:00

My DF and his wife are visiting soon from Europe. I would like to get them something for Christmas that they can easily take home with them in their luggage. Budget up to £30. Ideally something for them as couple rather than individual gifts. I know they like 'British' interiors, seaside theme etc. Any ideas?

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cakeymccakington · 04/12/2017 10:00

Marmite. Obviously

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FromageFred · 04/12/2017 12:47

Smile DF hates marmite. His wife might find it amusing though.

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raglansleeve · 04/12/2017 12:51

What about a subscription to a homes/lifestyle magazine such as Coast or Country Living - they mail overseas, and have articles on interiors, British regions etc.

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PetraStrorm · 04/12/2017 12:53

Something Cath Kidston-ish? If they like that style of thing. I imagine it can be seen as very quintessential English-y, and you could get cushion covers or a tablecloth/placemats - all easy to transport.

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raglansleeve · 04/12/2017 12:54

Or a lovely print by someone like Jo Grundy - I love her winter scenes and am dropping hints to DH, but she has some coastal subjects too.

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LemonysSnicket · 04/12/2017 12:55

Try john lewis, they have loads of that kind of thing.

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raglansleeve · 04/12/2017 12:55

Emma Bridgewater mugs, or Cornishware

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PotteringAlong · 04/12/2017 13:08

Something Paddington related?

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PotteringAlong · 04/12/2017 13:09
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minipie · 04/12/2017 13:26

Nice tea and shortbread
Emma Bridgewater or Richard Bramble

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FromageFred · 04/12/2017 15:06

Thanks for all the suggestions. Especially Richard Bramble which I'd never heard of before but has some suitable things. It's either that or posh tea and biscuits I think.

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OlennasWimple · 04/12/2017 15:07

Fortnum & Mason teabags

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