Gift guide: Thoughtful gifts for the grandparent who has everything
Posted 5 Dec 2024
It can be hard to find a truly meaningful gift for a grandparent who says they already have everything they need. Thankfully, we’re here to help with a list of useful ideas that will still make them feel truly special.
Robin felt needling kit
Our needle felting kit contains everything your grandparent needs to make their own ‘robin in a wreath’. With step-by-step instructions they’ll be shown exactly how to create a complete 2D felted picture using the materials in the kit.
Mounted print of penguins by Peter Beattie
Give a grandparent a little bit of Edinburgh Zoo to show off at home with a beautiful print, photographed by Peter Beattie. Each image is printed on photographic paper and mounted in a white hardback frame.
Silver polar bear necklace
Our sterling silver origami polar bear necklace from Reeves & Reeves is stunning. It’s truly unique and comes beautifully presented in a stylish Reeves & Reeves gift box ready for gifting.
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Whisky tumbler
This safari design whisky tumbler from the Milford Collection is hand crafted and designed to be the perfect gift for a very special relative.
Adopt an animal
Many of our animals are part of the European Endangered Species Breeding programme as they are vulnerable to several threats. Adopt one as a gift for a grandparent and they’ll receive a certificate of adoption and gift message of your choice.
Ally Smith koala tea towel
Ally Smith is a local Edinburgh-based artist who has always been inspired to paint nature.
This image of a mother and baby koala was based on one of Ally's many happy family visits to Edinburgh Zoo.
Brushed brown hippo ornament
This brushed brown hippo ornament is not only lovely to look at but also eco-friendly, created from recycled aluminium. Made by Indian artisans, the hippos are cast, then rough polished and enamelled before being beautifully finished with a smooth polish.
Scottish Goats Milk soap set
Scottish Goats Milk Soap gift set in fruit fragrances would make a lovely treat for any grandparent. The eco-friendly gift box contains 9 varieties of essential oil soap bars.
Nature photography workshop
Give a grandparent who has everything an unforgettable day learning how to take better wildlife photographs. The workshops consist of tutorials as well as a tour of Edinburgh Zoo, taking in a number of different settings and animals. Our Photographer in Residence, Laurie Campbell, will be with them for the entire day, sharing many tricks of the trade.
