Top Gifts for Babies Over 1 Year

Once your baby is older, they will appreciate gifts of toys, and will be inundated with them!  We select toys from around the world based on their longevity and beauty, so you can shop with us knowing that our toys will entertain, educate and last longer.  We have also included some non-toy options which are perennial present favourites with our customers.

1. Spherovelo by Early Rider

A brilliant new ride on toy from Early Rider, the makers of the fantastic balance bikes. 2 Uni-balls give this ride on maximum maneuverability and hours of fun.





2. Green Toy’s Recycled Plastic Dump Truck
Always popular with younger visitors to our shops, the Green Toy vehicles aren’t just fun to play with, they are also totally eco-cool, being made from recycled plastic bottles.  No metal bits, so can be used in the paddling pool too.







3. Ladybug Bath Toy Storage and Scoop
A great solution for the mess of bath toys, this functional storage unit is also great to play with and encourages children to keep their ‘stuff’ tidy as well.













4. A Lovely Bedtime Story

The ritual of reading a bedtime story is w wonderful gift for your child, and Barefoot Books’ have a lovely range of wonderfully illustrated stories.  Our children have all loved this sweet story.









5. Me-Too Clip On Portable Highchair

A more practical present, but a fantastic solution for visiting grandchildren or other little family members.   Folds up flat, taking up barely any room to store.  Children love being up close with the adults, especially at special occasions such as Christmas.







6. Boiled Wool Gloves on a String

Keep little hands warm and cosy – with no more lost gloves!  Available in a range of cheerful colours, toddlers get a kick out of the magic of their special gloves always being with them.  Generously sized with plenty of wiggle room for little fingers.









7. Bright Tambourine

Apologies in advance for the noise!  Kids love these brightly decorated tambourines, and they have been a firm favourite stocking filler since we started selling them.  Hurry as they are flying out of the shops!





8. A New Best Friend

New to Born, the Blaba range is so cute that we couldn’t resist them.  From funky frogs to the mysterious Mr X, there’s a knitted doll here for every taste.  Hand-made by artisan knitters in Peru.







9. First Wheels

Always a best-seller at Christmas time, the Early Rider Balance Bikes teach your children the motor skills they will need to graduate up to a ‘proper’ bicycle.  Beautifully made from solid wood, with leather saddle and durable wheels.  A classic.











10. Toddler Daysack

A great design, these backpacks double up as safety reigns, without the child feeling restricted and also avoiding looking like a leash.  Plus your child gets their own bag for carrying snacks, which also includes a hood to keep off the worst of the rain.









11. Magic Lantern Nursery Light

A gorgeous decoration for your baby’s bedroom.  Send your child off to dreamland with the gentle glowing light and magical moving images.  A practical gift your child will treasure for many years.







12. Puzzles by George Luck

Simple vintage-feel wooden puzzles, in a variety of shapes and designs.  Will appeal to adults as well as children.  Always a huge bestseller in our shops.