The ultimate West Midlands Father’s Day gift guide
Dad’s – officially the most difficult people to buy a gift for, so Father’s Day is a bit of a nightmare, right? No fear, here is the ultimate West Midlands gift guide for Father’s Day…
Flying lessons
Give your dad the opportunity of a lifetime and treat him to a flying lesson or two. There’s a few flying clubs in West Midlands for you to choose from, including The Flying School at Wolverhampton’s Halfpenny Green Airport. The Flying School offer a range of flights, including trial lessons and solo hire. It is going to cost you though, prices range from £80 to £185. Find out more here.
Concert tickets
There are loads of great gigs coming up across the West Midlands this year. Birmingham’s Genting Arena are being hosts to UB40, Neil Diamond and Paul Weller. Book tickets here.
Brewery tour
There are quite a few breweries that offer tours in the area, like Two Towers Brewery. The company offer a great experience for beer enthusiasts that includes a 90-minute detailed tour and even a lunch included. The brewery offers gift vouchers also. Find out more here.
Clay Pigeon Shooting
Clay pigeon shooting is a great skill to have and makes for a great few hours in the countryside. Cannon Clay Shooting Club in Halesowen is just one of the locations in the West Midlands that offer lessons for those who haven’t given it a go yet, with private tuition available, as well as plenty on offer for experienced shooters. Gift vouchers are also available. Check them out here.
4X4 Driving Experience
Treat your dad to an off-road driving experience for Father’s Day. There are a range of local ones, including Extreme 4×4 Shropshire, which takes place near Ironbridge. The experience offers 30 minutes of extreme 4×4 off road driving, a demonstration from your instructor so you can see how it is done and even the chance to bring two passengers along for the ride. Find out more here.
Craft beer and vinyl
If your dad is the more stay at home type, they could love this subscription box from Hurd, who offer monthly vinyl and beer subscription boxes for £19.99 a month. Your dad will receive an exclusive 7” colour record, four craft ciders or beers and one-off goodies. Check them out here. Just fancy the vinyl? Flying Vinyl’s subscription box includes five exclusive 7” records for £20 a month, find out more here.
