🎁 The Ultimate 2025 Guide to Father’s Day Gifts for Grandad — Personalised, Meaningful & Made with Love by Spotted Lizard Prints
Father’s Day is more than just a date on the calendar — it’s a moment to pause, reflect, and honour the incredible men who have shaped our families with love, strength, and steady guidance. And when it comes to celebrating Grandad, the man who tells the best stories, gives the warmest hugs, and always has time for a chat or a cuppa, finding the perfect gift matters.
But here’s the challenge:
✅ You want something meaningful
✅ You want something unique
✅ You want something personalised
✅ And most of all — you want something he will truly treasure
That’s where Spotted Lizard Prints comes in — a UK-based personalised gift company known for high-quality craftsmanship, fast turnaround, eco-friendly values, and products made with genuine care.
If you’re looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift for Grandad, you’re in the right place.
This blog explores the bestselling Grandad gifts, why personalised presents matter so deeply, and why Spotted Lizard Prints is a leading choice for families across the UK and worldwide.
🌟 Why Personalised Father’s Day Gifts for Grandad Mean So Much
Grandads are special. They’re the family storytellers, the DIY problem-solvers, the keepers of wisdom, and the silent heroes behind every generation.
A personalised gift shows Grandad:
💛 You thought about him specifically
💛 You chose something meaningful, not generic
💛 You wanted a gift that represents your bond
💛 You value the memories you share
According to recent research:
📌 92% of recipients feel more emotionally connected to personalised gifts than generic ones
📌 Handmade personalised items create stronger sentimental value
📌 Personalised photo gifts are one of the top 3 Father’s Day categories in the UK
When you personalise a gift for Grandad, you’re not just giving an item — you’re giving a memory.
That’s what makes personalised gifts from Spotted Lizard Prints so impactful.
🎉 Bestselling Father’s Day Gifts for Grandad — Spotted Lizard Prints Top Picks
Below are the most popular, most gifted, and most loved Father’s Day presents purchased for Grandads every year.
These items consistently get top reviews, repeat orders, and heartfelt customer messages.
🥇 1. Personalised Photo Slate — The Most Loved Gift for Grandad
Personalised photo slates are one of the top 5 bestselling products at Spotted Lizard Prints — and for good reason.
✅ Why Grandad Will Love It
A personalised photo slate is an emotional, timeless keepsake.
It transforms a special photo into a stunning display piece using high-quality printing that won’t fade, peel, or blur over time.
Popular photo choices include:
❤️ Grandchildren with Grandad
❤️ A new baby arrival
❤️ A special holiday memory
❤️ A three-generation family photo
❤️ Grandad holding his grandchild for the first time
✅ Why It’s a Perfect Father’s Day Gift
- Looks beautiful on a mantelpiece, desk, or sideboard
- Feels premium and heavy — a true keepsake
- Captures priceless memories in a long-lasting way
- Makes Grandad smile every time he looks at it
Personalised photo slates remain the most gifted Grandad present because they offer something powerful:
A moment frozen in time. A memory you can touch. A gift that lasts forever.
🥈 2. Custom Personalised Mugs — Practical, Sentimental & Loved Daily
Nothing says “Grandad” like a warm cup of tea or coffee enjoyed slowly — often with a biscuit or two.
That’s why personalised mugs for Grandad are a consistent bestseller.
✅ Why Grandad Will Love It
- Printed with photos, names, or a heartfelt message
- Used every single day
- Dishwasher-safe and fade-resistant
- Perfect for home, shed, workshop, or office
Popular Father’s Day mug ideas include:
✅ “This Grandad Belongs To…” with grandchildren’s names
✅ Photo collage mugs
✅ Funny mugs: “Grandad: The Man, The Myth, The Legend”
✅ Heartwarming quotes
✅ Baby bump or ultrasound reveal mugs
Every time Grandad takes a sip, he’ll be reminded of just how loved he is.
It’s simple, meaningful, and practical — the perfect gift combination.
🥉 3. Personalised Tape Measure — The Perfect Gift for DIY Grandads
One of Spotted Lizard Prints’ rising stars for Father’s Day gifting is the custom tape measure.
Perfect for:
🔨 DIY Grandads
🔧 Workshop lovers
🏡 Gardeners
🧰 Handymen
🎁 Practical gift lovers
✅ Why Grandad Will Love It
- Personalised with a name or message
- Durable metal case
- 5m length — ideal for all projects
- Aluminium plaque printing for long-lasting detail
- A gift he’ll use again and again
This isn’t just a novelty item. It’s a quality tool with emotional value — a powerful combination.
Imagine Grandad measuring a piece of wood and smiling because the tool says:
“Grandad, We Love Building Memories With You”
or
“Grandad’s Tape Measure — Hands Off!”
It’s sentimental meets practical — the perfect Father’s Day formula.
👕 4. Personalised Grandad T-Shirts — Fun, Stylish & Unique
Another hugely popular Father’s Day option is the personalised Grandad T-shirt.
Top designs include:
👕 Fist Bump Grandad
👕 "Best Grandad Ever"
👕 “Promoted to Grandad”
👕 “Property of the Grandkids”
👕 Custom photo T-shirts
Printed using professional-grade materials, the colours remain vibrant wash after wash.
This gift adds personality, humour, and heart — and Grandad wears it with pride.
💛 Why Personalised Gifts Are So Meaningful to Grandads
When a gift is personalised, it sends a message stronger than anything you can say:
✅ “I chose this for YOU.”
✅ “You matter.”
✅ “We appreciate everything you do.”
✅ “Thank you for being the heart of our family.”
Personalised gifts reflect:
- Thoughtfulness
- Connection
- Love
- Memory-making
- Uniqueness
Grandads often treasure sentiment more than objects.
That’s why personalised gifts often become:
🖼️ displayed
📦 kept forever
💛 talked about proudly
📸 photographed
🌟 passed down
A personalised Father’s Day gift becomes part of the family story.
🌍 Why Choose Spotted Lizard Prints?
Spotted Lizard Prints isn’t just another online shop.
It’s a small UK business built on craftsmanship, ethics, and heartfelt customer care.
Here’s why thousands of families choose them every year.
✅ Handmade, Hand-Printed & Quality Checked
Every order is:
✔ individually printed
✔ carefully handled
✔ manually checked
✔ packaged with care
✔ dispatched quickly
There’s no factory line feeling — just craftsmanship and pride.
✅ High-Quality, Professional Printing
Whether it’s a mug, tape measure, T-shirt, slate, or sack, Spotted Lizard Prints uses:
- premium inks
- professional equipment
- advanced sublimation printing
- long-lasting materials
Your personalised design stays bright, sharp, and beautiful long-term.
✅ Fast Turnaround Times
Most orders leave the workshop within 1–3 working days — faster than many larger companies.
Perfect for:
✅ last-minute Father’s Day shoppers
✅ urgent gifts
✅ unexpected celebrations
✅ Eco-Friendly Values
Spotted Lizard Prints is committed to reducing waste and protecting the planet.
They follow sustainable practices like:
♻ recycling paper
♻ reusing materials
♻ eco-conscious packaging
♻ reducing production waste
♻ choosing ethical suppliers
Buying from them supports responsible manufacturing and a small UK business — not mass-produced overseas factories.
✅ Small Business, Big Heart
Every customer matters.
Every order is made as if it’s for family.
If something isn’t perfect? They fix it — fast.
If you need help? They respond quickly.
If you want a custom design? They’ll create it.
Their goal is simple:
👉 To make every customer happy — every single time.
💝 Father’s Day Gift Ideas Grandad Will Love
Here are the top categories Grandads adore:
- Personalised photo slates
- Custom mugs
- Personalised tape measures
- Father’s Day T-shirts
- Personalised cushions
- Engraved signs
- Grandad keyrings
- Photo plaques
- Baby announcement gifts
- Family memory items
No matter what Grandad’s interests are, you’ll find the perfect match.
💬 Why Customers Keep Returning
Spotted Lizard Prints has built a loyal customer base thanks to:
🌟 high-quality products
🌟 exceptional customer service
🌟 fast delivery
🌟 emotional, meaningful gifts
🌟 great value for money
Reviews regularly praise:
👍 product quality
👍 vibrant printing
👍 helpful communication
👍 thoughtful packaging
👍 accurate personalisation
It’s not just about buying a gift — it’s about enjoying the whole experience.
🎯 Conclusion: Make Grandad’s Father’s Day Truly Unforgettable
This Father’s Day, give Grandad something more than a gift.
Give him a memory.
Give him a moment.
Give him something personalised from Spotted Lizard Prints.
Whether it’s a stunning photo slate, a customised mug, a personalised tape measure, or a heartwarming T-shirt, you’ll find a gift that:
✅ makes him smile
✅ reminds him how loved he is
✅ becomes a treasured keepsake
Make Father’s Day 2025 unforgettable. Check our Blog for regular updates.
🌟 Visit Spotted Lizard Prints today and find the perfect personalised Father’s Day gift for Grandad.
🌟 Handmade with love, delivered with care.