Treat your dad to a gift he'll treasure this Father's Day on Sunday 21 June 2026.
SoGlos handpicks some of the most thoughtful, local gift ideas from across Gloucestershire, with an eclectic selection spanning gift ideas from independent retailers to family days out.
Tickets to the British Open snooker in Cheltenham
Snooker-loving dads can watch the world's best in action right here in Gloucestershire, when the World Snooker Tour British Open returns to The Centaur at Cheltenham Racecourse, from Monday 31 August to Sunday 6 September 2026.
Featuring a raft of star names including Judd Trump, John Higgins and last year's winner Shaun Murphy, cue up the perfect Father's Day by gifting a day to remember – with a special offer where dads go free with any day ticket holder, for Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday.
The offer can be redeemed by using the promo code DAD147, with tickets needing to be purchased by Sunday 21 June 2026, at worldsnookertour.seetickets.com/tour/british-open. For more information about the event, visit wst.tv.
Designer gifts from Gloucester Quays
Spoil the father figure in your life with gifts on offer at Gloucester Quays – all with up to 70 per cent off the retail price, so you can really splash out!
Shop for new threads, sports gear, sweet treats, homewares and more for your dad, with plenty of ways to spend quality time with the family, too – from getting active at The Padel Club or Clip 'n Climb, to catching a family flick at Cineworld, and getting everyone together around the table for a tasty meal at one of its many restaurants.
DIY burger boxes from The Beefy Boys
Dads who are a dab hand in the kitchen can learn how to make the ultimate burger this Father's Day thanks to The Beefy Boys.
Its Father's Day Box contains everything dad needs to create four of its world-famous smashed patty burgers at home – or one 'absolute monster'! As well as the ingredients, each box comes with Beefy Boys Baconaise, a specially picked can of lager, an official Beefy Boys trucker cap – ideal for keeping the sun off when firing up the barbecue in the back garden – plus a 'banging' playlist hand-picked by the Beefy Boys themselves.
Father's Day at Sudeley Castle and Gardens
History-loving dads will be thrilled spending their special day at the historic Sudeley Castle, seeing the final resting place of Queen Katherine Parr and learning all about the Cotswold castle's storied past.
Sudeley is treating dads to an extra special experience this Father's Day, including a fun kickabout with football on its lawn, and a horsebox pizza van with historically themed options to choose from – with dads getting a free pint of Gloucester Brewery beer, pressed cider or a soft drink with their pizza, too.
Brewery experience day at Brewhouse & Kitchen Gloucester Quays
Dads who love their beer can spend the day brewing their own under the watchful eye of one of Brewhouse & Kitchen's award-winning brewers. After a hearty breakfast, they'll get hands-on with hops, malt and more making one of its signature beers – with lunch, beer samples and a five-litre mini keg to take home at the end of the day all included.
Brewery experience days are available on Friday and Saturday at Gloucester Quays – so make a weekend of it and treat them to a Sunday roast on the big day, too, with dads getting a free pint with their meal if you book before Sunday 14 June 2026.
Local gifts from Made in Stroud
Award-winning independent shop, Made in Stroud, is a treasure trove of local goodies – so you can pick up a fantastic gift for your dad and feel extra good about it because you're supporting a local, family-run business.
Choose from hot sauces and rubs in local legend Tubby Tom's Barbecue Box; refreshing seasonal beers like Alederflower and Stinger from Stroud Brewery; traditional Tewkesbury mustard, piccalilli or chutney from Kitchen Garden Foods; vegan chocolate; locally made mugs; and even greetings cards.
Cocktail masterclasses at Cotswolds Distillery
Fathers who enjoy the finer things in life can sip delicious cocktails and learn how to make their own, with masterclasses at Cotswolds Distillery this Father's Day weekend.
Discerning dads can learn to craft their own Old Fashioneds and other cocktails in interactive, guided workshops, and tuck into tasty food like pulled pork and sliders – all best paired with a Cotswolds signature highball!
Father's Day flapjacks from Flapjackery
Flapjackery in Stow-on-the-Wold is baking up something extra special this Father's Day, with letterbox flapjack boxes sent direct to dad's door.
Choose from a three, six or 12 flapjack box, with flavour options including caramel latte, creamy hazelnut chocolate, cherry bakewell and summer fruits crumble – or go all out with a special Father's Day millionaire's plaque, topped with a white chocolate Father's Day greeting.
Laser clay pigeon shooting and lunch at The Greenway Hotel in Cheltenham
The Greenway Hotel is inviting dads to try their hand at laser clay pigeon shooting in its glorious grounds this Father's Day.
There's no loud gunfire and no recoil to deal with, so it's ideal if you've never tried clay pigeon shooting before – and why not book in for a three-course Sunday lunch afterwards, for some quality time with the family.
Sunday Jazz Lunch at Burleigh Court in Stroud
Families can treat dad to a little 'old school magic' at Burleigh Court in Stroud this Father's Day, with Sunday Jazz Lunch featuring live music in its historic restaurant, with spectacular views over the Five Valleys.
Grand piano and bass will drift through the house as jazz trio Utrillo play live from the lounge, while you tuck into a lunch of beef striploin, lamb leg, chicken supreme, roe deer shoulder or a vegetarian option, made with local, seasonal ingredients.
Dads go free at Perrygrove Railway
Enjoy a family day out at the Forest of Dean's miniature steam train experience, Perrygrove Railway, with dads getting in for free on both Saturday and Sunday this Father's Day weekend.
Spend the day riding around on its narrow-gauge railway and exploring its popular play areas with dad, with the station cafe also selling its popular picnic boxes, containing all sorts of sandwiches, savouries and sweet treats.
Half price uplift at FlyUp 417 Bike Park
Thrill-seeking dads can get their fill of adrenaline this Father's Day, with a special offer from FlyUp 417 Bike Park at Crickley Hill.
When you ride with them, MTB-mad dads can get half price uplift – unlimited lifts to the top of the hill allowing you to relax in between runs – with details of how to get the discount on its Facebook page.
Father's Day burger deal at Roots + Seeds
Save the Sunday roast for another week and treat dad to a special burger deal from Gloucestershire 'field to fork' dining group, Roots + Seeds.
Available at all of its locations – in Cirencester, Northleach and at Gloucester Food Dock – dads can enjoy a burger, fries and a bottle of Hawkstone lager for £18 this Father's Day.
Gladiator Weekend at Chedworth Roman Villa
Transport your father figure back to ancient roman times at the iconic Chedworth Roman Villa this Father's Day, with the return of its popular Gladiator Weekend.
Families can enrol in Gladiator School to hone their fighting skills, watch exciting military demonstrations and attend the ultimate Gladiator show on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 June 2026, refuelling in between with refreshments from the cafe, or bring a picnic to enjoy in the grounds of the historic villa.
Designer gifts from Cotswold Designer Outlet
Shop designer clothes and more for dad at one of Gloucestershire's newest shopping destinations, Cotswold Designer Outlet in Tewkesbury.
With more than 50 individual stores, pick up designer threads from the likes of BOSS and Tommy Hilfiger, sports and outdoor gear from Adidas, Under Armour and The North Face, and aftershave and accessories from The Perfume Shop or The Sunglasses Hut – or take dad along on the day for a shopping trip and treat him to some tasty food from one of its many eateries.
