June 06, 2023

Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 18th this year and there’s no denying that the father figures in our lives deserve to be celebrated. Whether it's providing for their families, helping with the kids or staying at home so the moms out there can achieve their hopes and dreams, they do a great job of raising us. So what better way to give them the recognition they deserve by indulging in some quality time together without breaking the bank?

Whether you want to light up the barbecue and cook up a feast, plant something special and watch it grow or play some football in the park all afternoon long – at Robert Dyas we can make all these things possible and more, while helping you stay on budget. Check out our best Father’s Day gifts and top ideas for things to do together!

Be a Culinary Champion

Which dad doesn’t love a good barbecue? Help Dad show off his grilling chops with the Flamemaster Portable Barrel Charcoal Barbecue. Affordably priced, the family can enjoy a delicious flame-grilled feast all summer long!

Or, if your dad fancies himself as the Jamie Oliver of the house, why not become his sous-chef for the day? Serve up a storm with the Tefal Jamie Oliver 4-Piece Stainless Steel Pan Set.  Perfect for fry-ups, casseroles and more, this set is a steal for what you get! Plus, you and Dad can cook to your heart’s content whatever your taste buds are craving.

Get Down to Earth

For the head gardener in your life, there’ll be nothing better than spending the day outside in each other’s company.  Our gardening range will not only help you spend time together, but help you spend less money too!

Plant some of his favourite vegetables in the backyard or into this super handy VegTrug FSC Raised Bed Planter. Given that Father’s Day is in June, sun-loving crops like cucumbers and basil are a lovely choice, while seeds of courgettes and beetroot can still be sown for bountiful harvests later in the summer. 

If it's flowers your dad prefers, select some of his favourites from our range of live plants and plant them together in garden beds and borders, or in this sturdy Redwood Square Planter. If ground space is limited, use vertical space instead with this 12" Hanging Basket.

When it comes to watering his plants, give him a helping hand with this 30m Tangle-free Expanding Hose. It expands to three times its length and has a seven-pattern spray gun for all types of plants - from delicate seedlings to strong-rooted trees. And, don’t forget a solid pair of garden gloves - they’re a must!

For fathers that love their feathered friends, a bird care gift is a must. Set up the Smart Garden Complete Dining Station with him in his garden and start a bird watch. Make sure you’ve got plenty of bird food as well to fill up the feeders.

Roll with It

For dads who love their cars, who said washing the car had to be a chore? Put on some music from his favourite bands and help Dad get his car gleaming with the Nilfisk Core Home Pressure Washer. And for a pristine polish, make sure you use the Hilka Genuine Chamois Leather Cloth. It’s an inexpensive way to get that detailed look. 

If he’s more into bikes, why not treat him to a new one and go on a ride together? The Coyote Origin Gents Mountainbike has a reasonable price tag and will make his next outing a whole lot more enjoyable.

Do It Yourselves

 

Dads often have a list of DIY tasks to do around the house, so why not help him tick some of them off? Tackling them together will make them so much more fun, and he’s sure to thank you for the thought. 

No man is complete without his man shed. If it’s in need of a bit of TLC, why not spend the day getting things organised and ordered to ensure his sacred space remains a haven?  These Really Useful 9L Plastic Storage Boxes - 3 Pack are hard to beat for keeping tidy. Ranging in size from 84L to 3L, these stackable boxes with clip-lock handles will secure the contents of each box, no matter what needs storing away.  

If it’s the garden, or nature he loves, why not build a birdhouse together? All you need is some spare wood, nails and a drill, and it’s job done! The Hilka 18V Cordless Drill is great for quick jobs like this. Plus, he’ll be able to take on anything that needs fixing around the house!

Is his lawn looking a little untidy? Help Dad achieve neat stripes his football team would be proud of with a Bosch 1200W Rotak 32-12 Corded Electric Lawnmower. The rear roller will give a perfectly striped finish, while the generous 31L grass box will let him spend less time mowing and more time having fun in the sun. A worthwhile investment!

Nothing says home like pictures adorning the walls.  So if your dad has a favourite family portrait to hang as a memento, help him hang frames perfectly with help from a Stanley Spirit Level and add some 3M Drywall Picture Hangers - they're designed not leave any holes in the wall!

Last but not least, why not treat the house to some fresh paint and help Dad redo a room this Father’s Day? The Harris Platinum 5-Piece Paintbrush Set includes five different brushes so the pair of you will be able to tackle any paint job, no matter how big or small. Our new range of Rust-Oleum paints has loads of swish colour options for Dad to choose from - like this all surface Satin Thyme shade in 750ml. He’ll be spoiled for choice with their stunning range of colours!

Not found anything you think your dad will love? If our Father’s Day gifts blog doesn’t feature a present that suits, we have heaps more on our site. Check out loads more gardening, DIY, kitchen, bike and tech gifts for dads online – we’re sure you’ll find the perfect gift!