Secret Santa Gifts Under £10

Finding the right present for Secret Santa can be tricky, whether it’s a gift for a colleague, a friend, or a family member. So, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best, affordable gifts under £10 that will make your special someone’s day this Christmas, without going over budget. 

What’s more, if your budget this year is £10, you can opt to pair gifts together, make a mini hamper yourself, or choose the perfect stand-alone gift. 

Christmas Mugs

As long as your recipient enjoys a hot drink every now and then, you can’t go wrong with a Christmas mug. 

Some great minimalistic, classy Christmas mugs that you can pair with another gift include: 

• Spruce Joy Mug, £2.50 from Dunelm
• Spruce Trees Mug, £3 from Dunelm
• Christmas Trees Stoneware Mug, £4.50 from John Lewis

For more festive options, check out: 

• Festive Sage Gonk Mug, £3.99 from The Range
• Gingerbread House Mug, £4.99 from The Range

If you’re looking for a great stand-alone gift then an adorable one is the: 

• Gingerbread Mug, £8 from Next 

Hot Chocolate Bombs

‘Tis the season of hot chocolates galore, so why not gift someone a delicious, chocolatey drink to enjoy this Christmas? 

If you’re looking for a lovely selection of affordable hot chocolate spoon stirrers: 

• Milk Chocolate Spoon, £3.50 from Whittard of Chelsea  
• Caramel Vanilla Chocolate Spoon, £3.50 from Whittard of Chelsea  
• Latte Macchiato Chocolate Spoon, £3.50 from Whittard of Chelsea  

A great gift you can pair with one of these is: 

• SoHo Glass, £3.20 from Whittard of Chelsea 

For a standalone option, take a look at the following: 

• Milk Hot Chocolate Bombes Cracker, £9.95 from Hot Chocolate Bombs 
• Orange Hot Chocolate Bombs, £9.99 from Hot Chocolate Bombs 
• Boozy Flavoured Hot Chocolate Bombs, £9.95 from Hot Chocolate Bombs 

Planners

Help your recipient get organised for the new year with a new yearly planner. 

Some affordable diaries include:

• Blue Floral Pocket Diary, £1.50 from The Works 
• Multi Spot Mid Year Diary, £2.99 from WH Smith 
• Pink Cats Mid Year Diary, £4.49 from WH Smith  

For diaries priced closer to your £10 budget, check out some of the following of modern, classic diaries:  

• Strawberry Thief Pocket Diary, £9.99 from Waterstones 
• Hokusai Wave Museum Pocket Diary, £9.99 from Waterstones 
• Art of Japan Diary, £9.99 from Waterstones 
• Leicester Arts and Crafts Diary, £9.99 from Waterstones 
• Indian Wallpaper Diary, £9.99 from Waterstones 

Pencil Cases

A great gift to pair with one of the planners mentioned above is a pencil case to help your special someone stay organised. 

For a variety of affordable, lovely pencil cases, don’t miss: 

• Monochrome Dot Pencil Case, £6.99 from WH Smith 
• Fern Pencil Case, £6.99 from WH Smith 
• Terrazo Chunky Pencil Case, £5 WH Smith 
• Wild Tropique Palm Leaf Pencil Case, £5 WH Smith 
• Fruits Clear Pencil Case, £6.99 WH Smith 
• Vibrant Florals Clear Pencil Case, £6.99 WH Smith 
• Harry Potter Pencil Case, £5.99 WH Smith 

Self Care Gifts

We all know that Christmas can be a stressful time of the year, so help someone wind down and relax during this year's festivities with a self-care gift. 

For a fantastic collection of affordable, thoughtful self-care treats that are sure to be a winner, check out the following: 

• Simple Skin Care Treats Gift Set, £4.25 from Boots 
• Baylis & Harding The Fuzzy Duck Winter Wonderland Cracker Gift, £3.50 from Boots 
• Baylis & Harding Hemp & Bergamot Trio Gift Set, £4.50 from Boots 
• Baylis & Harding Black Pepper & Ginseng Trio Gift Set, £4.50 from Boots 
• Dove Restore & Nourish Hand Collection Gift Set, £3.75 from Boots 
• Dorma Purity Spa Days Bath Soak, £6 from Dunelm 
• Dorma Purity Spa Days Pillow Spray, £5 from Dunelm 

If it’s men’s skincare you’re after, then be sure to check out our handy recommendations in our article on Buying Budget Gifts for the Men in your Life. 

A great standalone option is: 

• Garnier Discovery Sheet Mask Bundle, £8.97, from LookFantastic

Chocolate Gifts

If you’re struggling, you can never go wrong with chocolate. 

For a range of indulgent sweet treats without the luxury price tag, check out some of the following: 

• Coffee Creams, £4.50 from Thorntons 
• Classic Strawberries and Cream, £4.50 from Thorntons 
• Fudge Brownie, £4.50 from Thorntons 
• Creamy Fudge, £4.50 from Thorntons 
• Sicilian Mousse, £4.50 from Thorntons 
• Viennese Truffle, £4.50 from Thorntons 

Affordable chocolatey gifts that can be paired with other presents include: 

• Chocolate Christmas Table Cracker, £5 from Hotel Chocolat 
• Raspberry Chocolate Penguins, £4.95 from Hotel Chocolat 

If you’re after some standalone options, check out the: 

• Chocolate Gingerbread Men, £8.95 from Hotel Chocolat 
• Dark Chocolate Reindeer, £8.95 from Hotel Chocolat 
• The Christmas Pocket Selection, £9.95 from Hotel Chocolat 

For vegan options:

• Unbelievably Vegan Chocolate Reindeer, £8.95 from Hotel Chocolat 
• Raspberry Chocolate Penguins, £4.95 from Hotel Chocolat

Alcoholic Gifts

Help lighten the festive mood with a couple of Christmas drinks this year. 

At John Lewis, they have a lovely variety of cocktail sets that are sure to be a win:  

• Cosmopolitan Cocktail, £6.50 from John Lewis 
• Old Fashioned Cocktail, £6.50 from John Lewis 
• Christmas Margarita Cocktail, £6.50 from John Lewis 
• Spice Negroni Cocktail, £6.50 from John Lewis 

Some great, affordable gift sets, include:

• Gordon’s Pink Gin & Scented Candle Gift Set, £5 from Tesco 
• Canti Prosecco Rose & Milk Prseco Truffles, £5.50 from Tesco 
• Dram Craft Gin Tasting, £8 from Tesco 
• Edinburgh Gin Selection Gift Set, £8 from Tesco 
• Bottega Gold Prosecco & Chocolates Gift Set, £8 from Tesco 
• Jack Daniels Hip Flask Gift Set, £8.75 from Tesco 

Fluffy Socks

Combat the cold this Christmas with a pair of festive, fluffy socks. At Shein, they have a Pack of three Thickened Winter Socks, £3.50, that comes in a trio of trendy, neutral colours.  

For more festive options, don’t miss: 

• Blue Star Cosy Socks, £6 from Boux Avenue 
• Pink Heart Cosy Socks, £6 from Boux Avenue 
• Blue Pudding Socks, £5 from Boux Avenue 
• Pink Present Socks, £5 from Boux Avenue 
• Red Gingerbread Socks, £5 from Boux Avenue 
• Light Pink Heart Socks, £6 from Boux Avenue 

If you’re after some gender-neutral options, take a look at some of the following options: 

• Herringbone Cosy Socks, £3 from Dunelm 
• Heattech Pile Thermal Socks, £7.90 from UNIQLO, which are available in red, beige, and navy.  

Tree Ornaments

Add a little sparkle this year with a beautiful, festive, tree ornament. Whether you know what kind of colour scheme your recipient has chosen to sport this year or not, we’ve compiled a list of some safer options that will surely be a big hit. 

If it’s classy, neutral options without the luxury price tag that you’re looking for, be sure to take a look at some of the following: 

• Gingerbread Hanging Decoration, £1.49 from The Range 
• LED Ceramic Hanging House, £2.49 from The Range 
• Polar Planet Rattan Star, £4 from John Lewis 
• Polar Planet Macrame Star, £5 from John Lewis 

For more quirky options, take a peak at: 

• Pink Balloon Dog Bauble, £5 from John Lewis 
• Tourism Telephone Box Bauble, £5 from John Lewis 
• Red Coffee Mug Bauble, £7 from John Lewis  
• Light Up Gingerbread House Bauble, £7 from Next 
• Harry Potter Chocolate Frog Box Ornament, £7 from ASDA George

Plant Pots

If your Secret Santa recipient is a plant lover, why not spruce up their home with a new plant pot? There are some modern, high-quality plant pots available on the market that are under a tenner if you know where to look. 

Whether it’s a statement piece, something neutral, or something a bit different, we’ve got you covered: 

• Woven Rope Plant Pot, £6 from Dunelm  
• Reactive Glaze Green Ceramic Plant Pot, £7 from Dunelm 
• Foldable Bamboo Plant Stand, £8 from Dunelm 
• Black Pot with Wooden Stand, £10 from Dunelm, if you’re after a standalone gift.  
• Ceramic Plant Pot Luxe Gold, £4 from Dunelm, for a statement piece. 

Reusable Water Bottle

Does your Secret Santa recipient struggle to hit their daily water goal? Help them stay hydrated with a stylish, reusable water bottle this Christmas. 

If you’re looking for an affordable, patterned bottle that is sure to encourage staying hydrated, don’t miss: 

• Orange Water Bottle, £8.99 from WH Smith 
• Lemons Water Bottle, £8.99 from WH Smith 
• Gingham Bottle, £8.99 from WH Smith 
• Lilac Hearts Bottle, £8.99 from WH Smith 
• Fruits Water Bottle, £8.99 from WH Smith 

For more monochrome options, check out the following: 

• Dot & Stripe Bottle, £8.99 from WH Smith 
• Brushstroke Bottle, £8.99 from WH Smith 
• Playstation Print Bottle, £8.99 from WH Smith 

Coffee Gifts

If your recipient relies on a delicious coffee to get them through the day, surprise them with a gift that will keep them caffeinated this Christmas. 

Some lovely festive coffee gifts ideal for a coffee lover include: 

• Festive Coffee, £9 from Whittard of Chelsea 
• Limited Edition Festive Coffee, £5 from Whittard of Chelsea  
• Limited Edition Christmas Chocolate Coated Espresso Beans, £7.50 from Whittard of Chelsea  

Alternatively, opt for an espresso cup like the following two: 

• Roche Stoneware Espresso Cup & Saucer, £10 from John Lewis 
• Leckford Stoneware Espresso Cup, £3 from John Lewis 

Hot Water Bottle

The joy of Christmas brings colder temperatures and chilly evenings. Help your recipient stay warm and cosy for this year’s festivities with a hot water bottle. 

If you’re after a hot water bottle that you can pair with another gift, check out the following:

• Sherpa Mini Hot Water Bottle, £5 from Dunelm 
• Cosmic Nights Teddy Hot Water Bottle £5 from B&M 

Some slightly more pricey options include:  

• Natural Luxe Knitted Hot Water Bottle, £7 from B&M 
• Teddy Hot Water Bottle, £7 from Dunelm 
• Printed Fleece Tree Hot Water Bottle, £7 from Dunelm 

Christmas Homeware

If your recipient loves to decorate for Christmas on a budget, opt for an item of festive homeware to make their day. 

The Stacey Solomon range is full of beautiful, neutral, and inexpensive Christmas decor. Whatever their preferred style, be sure to take a look at some of the following options:

• Gold Tone Small Christmas Tree, £7 from ASDA George 
• Natural Wooden Beads Tree Decoration, £7 ASDA George 
• Green Wooden Christmas Tree Ornament, £8 ASDA George 
• Green Flocked Christmas Tree, £8 ASDA George 
• White Tree Ornament, £8 ASDA George 

Alternatively, don’t miss the White Christmas Glitter House Ornament, £7, if you’re after something a little different.  

Edible Gifts

Don’t miss out on some of these delicious, savoury gift ideas that would be ideal for hampers, or pairing. 

If it’s festive chutneys you’re after, you can’t go wrong with:  

• Classic Piccalilli Pickle, £4 from Dunelm 
• Sweet Apple Chutney, £4 from Dunelm 

They also have fun and affordable sets that are sure to be a win with anyone who loves savoury goodies: 

• Cheese Baker Gift Set, £6 from Dunelm 
• Empanada Making Set, £6 from Dunelm 
• Zen Noodle Bowl, £10 from Dunelm 

Alternatively, if your recipient has a sweet tooth, don’t miss the Kimm & Miller Make Your Own Cookie, £9.99 from WH Smith.  

Christmas Scents

Help your recipient's home feel cosy and merry with the smell of a festive-scented candle. 

Dunelm has a fantastic range of super affordable candles that you are sure to love. Their most inexpensive options are: 

• Mulled Wine Pallet Candle, £1 from Dunelm 
• Winter Spice Candle, £1 from Dunelm 
• Winter Tree Jar Candle, £2.50 from Dunelm 
• Chocolate Orange Jar Candle, £2.50 from Dunelm 
• Cinnamon Jar Candle, £2.50 from Dunelm 

There’s nothing better than the sound of a crackling fire at Christmas, so why not gift your special someone with a candle that can deliver just that? Take a look at the following options:  

• Apple & Cinnamon Crackle Candle, £3 from Dunelm  
• Toasted Marshmallow Crackle Candle, £3 from Dunelm  

If it’s modern, timeless candles you’re after, they’ve got that too:

1. Mulled Wine Candle with Cork Lid, £4 from Dunelm
2. Winter Spice Candle with Cork Lid, £4 from Dunelm
3. Festive Spruce Candle with Cork Lid, £4 from Dunelm  

Finally, if you’re looking for something with some sparkle, take a peek at the beautiful Gingerbread Fragranced Christmas Candle, £10 from Next.  

Adult Colouring Book

If your recipient is creative, why not gift them an adult colouring book? Not only are they a great way to get the creative juices flowing, but it’s ideal for destressing after a long, busy day. 

You can find lovely, affordable adult colouring books that would make a great gift, especially paired with another item like fluffy socks or chocolate. Check out the options below:  

• Pack of 2 Adult Colouring Books Therapy Anti Stress Books, £2.99 from Amazon 
• The Enchanting Christmas Colouring Book, £4 from The Works 
• Beautiful Mandalas Colouring Book, £4 from The Works 
• Extreme Colouring: The Great Outdoors, £5 from The Works 
• Art Therapy: Anti-Stress Colouring Book, £6.99 from Amazon 
• The Mindfulness Colouring Book for Busy People, £7.45 from Amazon 

For beautiful colouring books that would be ideal for a standalone gift, don’t miss:

• Classic Colouring: Jane Austen, £9.99, from Waterstones 
• Vintage Patterns: Creative Colouring for Grown-Ups, £9.99 from Waterstones 
• Tolkien’s World: A Colouring Book, £9.99 from Waterstones 

Warm Drinks

Whether it’s tea, coffee, or hot chocolate, ensure your gift recipient stays warm this Christmas with a warm, festive beverage. 

There is a fantastic selection of Christmassy teas that would be ideal paired with a Christmassy mug. If this sounds like a great gift idea, be sure to take a look at the following options: 

• Peppermint Cheer, £3.75 from Twinings 
• Winter Spice, £3.75 from Twinings 
• Gingerbread Joy, £3.75 from Twinings 
• Christmas Tea, £3.75 from Twinings 

Alternatively, if you’re after an inexpensive, standalone option, don’t miss: 

• Options Hot Chocolate Selection Filled Jar, £10 from Twinings 
• Kimm & Miller Winter Hot Chocolate Selection Box, £7.99 from WH Smith 
• Tea Shop Tea Chest Advent Calendar, £9.99 from WH Smith 

Book Lover Gifts

If your Secret Santa recipient is a book lover, then they’ll appreciate a book-related gift this year. 

Festive books are abundant on the market under £10 which will help your special someone cosy up and feel merry this year. So, if you’re looking for the perfect Christmas book, be sure to check out some of the following: 

Festive Classics:

• A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens
• Hercule Poirot’s Christmas, Agatha Christie
• The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding, Agatha Christie

Festive romance & light-hearted reads: 

• One Day in December, Josie Silver 
• Wreck the Halls, Tessa Bailey 
• The Plight Before Christmas, Kate Stewart 
• The Holiday Swap, Maggie Knox
• The Christmas Book Club, Sarah Morgan
• ‘Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas, Adam Kay

Festive thrillers: 

• The Christmas Appeal, Janice Hallett 
• The Family Game, Catherine Steadman
• The Christmas Murder Game, Alexandra Benedict
• The Wish, Nicholas Sparks

Why not pair your festive read with an inexpensive bookmark to help you reach your £10 budget? 

If you’re after a classic bookmark, take a look at some of the following options:

• Under The Wave Bookmark, £1.99 from Waterstones 
• Bodleian Libraries Bookmark, £1.99 from Waterstones 
• Van Gogh Starry Night Bookmark, £1.99 from Waterstones 
• Mad Hatters Tea Party Bookmark, £1.99 from Waterstones 
• Almond Blossom and Swallow Bookmark, £1.99 from Waterstones 

Some more that are slightly more expensive include the:

• Dr Seuss The Grinch Bookmark, £2.99 from Waterstones 
• V&A Strawberry Thief Bookmark, £2.99 from Waterstones 
• Academia Pile of Books Bookmark, £2.99 from Waterstones 
• Ssshh Alice Bookmark, £3.99 from Waterstones 
• Ssshh Emma Bookmark, £3.99 from Waterstones 
• Ssshh I’m Reading Bookmark, £3.99 from Waterstones 
• Ssshh Les Miserables Bookmark, £3.99 from Waterstones 

Hair Accessories

You can never go wrong with a hair accessory, especially when they’re super pretty, and inexpensive. 

If you’re after a more affordable option to pair with another gift, check out some of the following: 

• Pack of 4 Simple Hair Clips, £3 from Shein 
• Pack of 3 Hair Clips for Thick Hair, £4.99 from Amazon

Some slightly more expensive options which are sure to be a win, are the: 

• Twisted Resin Claw Clip, £7 from Accessorize  
• Abstract Tortoise Shell Claw Clip, £7 from Accessorize  
• Metal Twist Claw Clip, £8 from Accessorize  
• Wiggley Claw Clip, £8 from Accessorize  
• Marble Rectangular Claw Clip, £10 from Accessorize  

Affirmation Gifts

Help your recipient get their day off to a mindful, positive start with a gift that inspires affirmations. 

Some options that will brighten someone’s day include: 

• Daily Affirmation Journal, £6 from The Works 
• Chakra Cards, £4.99 from WH Smith 
• Palm Reading Cards, £4.99 from WH Smith 
• 50 Positive Affirmation Cards, £2.98 from Etsy  

Games

Finally, you can never go wrong with a game. So, keep your special someone occupied for hours with one of these interactive, fun gifts. 

Some affordable gifts that you can pair with something else include: 

• Festive Games, £3 from Dunelm 
• What Am I, £5 from Dunelm 
• Shot Ball Game, £6 from Dunelm 
• Desktop Ping Pong Mini Table Tennis Set, £7.99 from WH Smith 
• Challenging Sudokubes Game, £8.99 from WH Smith 

Alternatively, some standalone gifts that are super fun include:

• Drinking Tower Game, £10 from Dunelm 
• Auto Return Golf Practice, £10 from Dunelm 
• DW Ink Cat Playing Cards, £10 from WH Smith