The best birthday gift ideas for 60th birthdays

Welcoming another decade is a special occasion, especially when it’s your sixties. It’s often a time full of exciting new chapters – becoming doting grandparents, slowing down or finishing work, bucket-list travels or taking up new hobbies. 

This life shift makes it even more important to choose meaningful, unique and personal 60th birthday gift ideas. Thankfully, we’ve got plenty of thoughtful gifts from independent and small brands from across the UK – and have thousands of suggestions to celebrate a loved one’s 60th birthday.

Not sure where to begin? Don’t worry. We’ve curated some of the best gifts for men and women from our marketplace for 60th birthdays, whether you’re looking for sentimental, luxury, personalised or something more unusual.

60th birthday gifts for women

Mum, wife, sister… She deserves the very best for the big 6-0. Women often enjoy (and deserve) beautifully sentimental gifts, something relaxing or a little touch of luxury. From brand-new experiences to delicately handcrafted jewellery, discover inspiration for 60th birthday gifts for her.

Unusual gifts

Whatever her interests or passions, we’ve got a special gift to celebrate every hobby for her 60th birthday – think personalised garden gifts, once-in-a-lifetime experiences or fun DIY craft kits. Thanks to our brilliant small brands, we’ve also got thousands of designed and handmade gifts – crafted with care by the best British makers. 

Personalised and meaningful gifts 

Help create memories she’ll never forget with one of our original, bespoke gifts for 60th birthdays. Forget just putting her name on something, discover unexpected ways to make a gift truly her, from jewellery engraved with a message and birthstone necklaces to framed prints and experience days.

Luxury gifts 

A 60th birthday deserves a luxury gift that they’d never buy themselves, so indulge a loved one with a pampering treat or extra-special accessories. You’ll also find delicious artisanal hampers and fine jewellery, too.

Funny gifts

If she’s got a sense of humour, we’ve got loads of wonderful,funny 60th birthday gift ideas. These thoughtful yet witty treats are guaranteed to make her smile – from playful wine labels to personalised joke pieces. All made or sourced by the UK’s best small brands, of course.

60th birthday gifts for…

Whoever you’re buying for, we’ve got something she’ll really, really love.

Mum

Your leading lady deserves the very best as she heads into this new decade – think photo heirloom gifts, personalised jewellery, spa experiences and heartfelt memory books. 

Wife

Show how much she means to you with special gifts for your wife, romantic getaway ideas, one-of-a-kind experiences for two or engraved jewellery. Even a combination of the above, if you’re feeling extra generous. (She deserves it.)

Sister

Celebrate the one you’ve known for the longest with playful prints, hobby gifts she’ll love, a stylish piece of jewellery or a pamper kit. We love these gift ideas for sisters.

60th birthday gifts for men

If a special man in your life is turning 60, it’s time to celebrate him with a meaningful birthday gift. Whether he’s retiring with plenty of time for new hobbies or appreciates the finer things in life, you’ll discover present ideas he’s guaranteed to love.

Unusual gifts

Golf, travel, trivia… Whatever his hobbies and passions, discover surprises to celebrate his sixth decade. These unexpected creations – think personalised maps, bespoke puzzles, handmade leather accessories and unique gadgets – are all made or chosen by independent brands from across the UK. 

Personalised and meaningful gifts

Whether you share a much-loved in-joke or a special place, our artisans, designers and makers can turn it into something he’ll cherish forever. From photo gifts to keepsake boxes, he might even shed a tear or two.

Luxury gifts

Does he like the finer things in life? Then one of our luxury, unique experiences or beautifully crafted gifts could be the best option for his 60th birthday, from gourmet hampers to super-car days. 

Funny gifts

Dad a bit of a joker? Husband loves telling funny stories? A brother who always makes you laugh? You’ll find thousands of fun and original gift ideas to celebrate men who don’t take life too seriously – from novelty t-shirts to funny drinkware.

60th birthday gifts for…

Dad

Celebrate memories made with photo keepsakes or personalised barware, like whisky sets or an engraved glass. You could even make new memories with Dad for his 60th birthday by gifting him one of our curated and fun experience days. 

Husband

Show your appreciation for your other half with an engraved watch, leather wallet or a meaningful photo gift. If quality time is his love language, try a romantic experience day or weekend break just the two of you – perfect. 

Brother

Golf, cycling, cooking… Prove you actually pay attention when he talks about his hobby with a unique gift dedicated to his favourite passion. You’ll find gadgets, prints and even gifts with a touch of humour.

A 60th birthday deserves a meaningful and unique gift. Thankfully, our curated marketplace has tons of inspiration to help you find something a loved one will cherish. Don’t forget, each piece is made or chosen with care by some of the UK’s best small and independent brands. So, you’re not just treating someone to a gift that feels special but is also original.