Welcome to Experience Gifts' Budget Christmas Gift Guide!
With everyone's budgets feeling a little smaller this year, it's a better time than ever to refresh our comprehensive list of wallet-friendly gifting options.
Times are tough and the purse strings are tightening, but before you go reaching for the lumps of coal and satsumas, we’re here to bring a little Christmas joy. Shopping on a budget doesn’t mean gifts have to be boring; there are plenty of unique experience gift ideas for every personality, from kayaking in Snowdon to afternoon tea in Glasgow.
Read on for our top Christmas experience gift ideas under £50!
Whisky Tasting
Treat a whisky lover this Christmas to a fun and memorable experience in Scotland, touring the Bladnoch Distillery and tasting three of their famous blends! As well as being the most southern whisky distillery in the picturesque Scottish Lowlands, Bladnoch is also the oldest privately operated Scotch producer in the country, so they really know their stuff (and have the awards to prove it).
This tour invites guests behind the scenes on an exclusive journey round the distillery with an expert guide leading the way. You’ll talk all things history, distilling techniques, ingredients and flavours, and learn about the family behind the brand. The ultimate Christmas gift for Scotsmen!
Featured Experience Gift: Bladnoch Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting From £20
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London Walking Tour
You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to London sightseeing tours, so picking one with a specific theme is always a good idea when Christmas shopping, giving your gift that extra personal touch. If a huge comic book fan or action movie buff is on your list this year, the Superhero Walking Tour would make a fun and thoughtful Christmas present that beats cinema tickets any day.
London has been the film location for many iconic blockbusters, and with a knowledgeable and entertaining guide leading the way, guests will pick up behind-the-scenes gossip, fun film facts, and get to see where many famous scenes were shot!
Featured Experience Gift: Hero and Superhero Walking Tour of London From £15
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Afternoon Tea
This luxurious afternoon tea experience belies its budget price tag - and we guarantee your giftee won't be able to tell you bought it for under £50! Your giftee will begin their afternoon tea tour by hopping on the Red Bus Bistro for the journey ahead. During the one and a half hour journey, they'll pass by an array of iconic and lesser known sights in Glasgow. While they ride along the charming streets of Glasgow, they'll indulge in a freshly prepared afternoon tea of sweet and savoury delights.
Featured Experience Gift: Glasgow Afternoon Tea Bus Tour From £42.50
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Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Skywalk
For a bargain price of £44, your giftee can embark on an incredible London adventure with The Dare Skywalk Weekend! Picture them conquering heights, soaking in breathtaking city views, and navigating a thrilling climb under expert guidance, with a professional photographer at their side.
This experience isn't just an adrenaline rush—it's an opportunity to push limits, overcome fears, and craft memories that'll last a lifetime. This offer packs incredible value for an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on this chance to treat your special giftee to a London visit to experience new heights!
Featured Experience Gift: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium The Dare Skywalk From £44
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Chocolate Making
Chocolate is abundant at Christmas time, but since there’s no such thing as too much, what’s the harm in a little more? Your giftee will indulge their inner Willy Wonka with a luxuriously decadent chocolate bar making experience in York, a fun finger-licking experience gift for chocoholics!
The class begins with the chocolatier going through the history of chocolate, so your chocoholic giftee will have a new appreciation for the treats they're about to create!
During this creative workshop, they'll learn to make a personalised tasty chocolate bar that they can flavour and decorate how they wish before taking it home!
Featured Experience Gift: Chocolate Bar Making Experience in York From £23
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Boat Tour
This Cardiff Bay Boat Tour makes a fantastic, affordable Christmas gift! Your giftee will glide through stunning landscapes, catching sight of iconic landmarks like the Welsh Assembly and the Norwegian Church buildings. Delve into the area's history and culture with insightful recorded commentary along the way.
This tour is perfect for nature buffs or history lovers, and makes a relaxing, informative adventure suitable for anyone. Treat someone special to this unforgettable experience to immerse themselves in Cardiff Bay's natural beauty and rich culture.
Featured Experience Gift: Cardiff Bay Boat Tour From £11
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Edinburgh Vaults Tour
From the overly sweet to the mightily spooky, these Edinburgh Underground Vaults Tours are not for the faint-hearted. History tours make fantastic budget Christmas gift ideas for all personalities, and the added macabre element of this Scottish experience makes it a uniquely wonderful day out for fans of gore and horror!
Explore the 18th century passageways under the South Bridge in Old Town Edinburgh with an engaging guide, learning about witchcraft, disease, murder and mayhem. Also visit the Greyfriars Graveyard, home of the famous Greyfriars Bobby! This tour is completely unique and won’t be found anywhere else, so not only is it a different and exciting way to discover Edinburgh, it makes a great Christmas experience gift for those who love to try new things!
Featured Experience Gift: Edinburgh Old Town Vaults and Graveyard Tour From £24
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Kayaking
This two-hour kayak adventure is a fun, alternative way to experience the dramatic views of Snowdonia - and at just £45, it's a brilliant Christmas gifting option.
Before your giftee begins their adventure, the guide will provide a thorough safety briefing and a rundown of what to expect. Once comfortable, they will hit the lake. As they paddle the glacial waters, they can admire jaw-dropping views of Snowdon, Crib Goch and Moel Eilio.
Featured Experience Gift: Guided Kayak Experience In Snowdon From £45
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Meditation Class
Give the gift of serenity with an in-person meditation class led by renowned teacher Ryan Nell. His expertise will help your giftee relax deeply, shed stress, and feel rejuvenated for whatever lies ahead. Discover proven meditation techniques that have brought tranquility to thousands.
No matter the experience level, Ryan will guide your giftee toward inner peace in the vibrant city of London. This experience is a chance to recharge amidst the city's chaos. Give the gift of tranquility and mindfulness this Christmas for the bargain price of £15.
Featured Experience Gift: In-Person Meditation Class in London From £15
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Archery
This outdoor archery lesson makes a fun and adventurous Christmas gift for anyone on a budget. With the help of expert instructors and the use of the best equipment around, your giftee will be taught the basics of this olympic sport before picking up a bow.
The instructor will be on hand to assist them in how to take aim, make their stance and shoot the perfect arrow. As their confidence builds, distance and bow power will also be increased, as well as a few games to encourage some healthy competition in the group.
Featured Experience Gift: Dorset Archery Lesson From £28
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Bike Tour
Is your giftee a Liverpool local? Or maybe just visiting? Either way, this budget-friendly gift is a unique idea. On this ninety minute guided bike tour of the city centre, a local Liverpool enthusiast will take your giftee on a journey round the most iconic landmarks, historic sites, and off-the-beaten-track destinations that showcase the city's unique character.
Featured Experience Gift: Liverpool City Centre Bike Tour From £29
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If you started this article thinking it’s impossible to find a unique and exciting experience gift under £50, hopefully we’ve shown that couldn’t be further from the truth – and these just a few, out of hundreds!
Give someone something to look forward to this Christmas and bring some magic back into the world.
