THE best Christmas presents for 2026 have been revealed in a top awards show, including a gift in B&M for just £10.
The Christmas Wishlist Awards have been unveiled at The Christmas Press Show 2026, with the winners selected by an expert judging panel.
Winners were selected from seven categories, including home and garden, lifestyle, food and drink, children’s, kidult, budget and splurge.
Everything from a Pokemon stuffed toy to a Revlon hair tool managed to scoop a prize.
In the home and garden category, judges praised a Diddly Squat Farm Plantable Garden Planner by Blue Diamond Garden Centres.
The log book is perfect for anyone looking to improve their gardening skills in the coming year and will set you back £25.
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It can be ordered from Blue Diamond’s website.
Meanwhile, in the lifestyle section, a Revlon One-Step 5-in-1 Multi Air Styler Pink Titanium Edition also scooped the top prize of £84.99.
“This really does it all, from a trusted household name brand. Gives lots of flexibility and the storage bag is handy too,” Rebecca Taylor, Retail Week’s senior commercial content editor, who was also part of the judging panel said.
And those buying for children this year have been recommended a Pikachu Pokémon Holiday Plush.
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The adorable stuffed toy features Pikachu in a Santa hat and festive jumper, making it a special keepsake for any fans of the franchise.
It can be bought from the official Pokemon Centre store for £27.99.
Elsewhere, those looking for more affordable gifts have been recommended the Cosmopolitan Recharge Hot Brush by B&M Stores.
This bargain hair styling tool will set you back only £9.99, and can help heat-style your tresses on the go.
Courtney Rogers, founder of CIJ Group and The Christmas Press Show, said: “This year’s Wishlist winners show just how much choice there is when it comes to finding a gift that feels personal.
“From affordable little discoveries to something truly special, the list brings together creativity, fun and practical ideas. We hope it gives shoppers plenty of inspiration and helps them find presents that will make people smile this Christmas.”
You can check out the full list of winners below:
The Christmas Wishlist Awards 2026
Home & Garden Gifts
- Judges’ Pick: Diddly Squat Farm Plantable Garden Planner by Blue Diamond Garden Centres – £25.00 (Available in store only)
- Heat & Eat Heated Lunch Box by B&M Retail – £20.00 (Available in store only)
- Shallow Round Casserole Pan in Garnet by Robert Dyas – £39.99
- Nostalgia Sleigh Cookshop Collection by Dobbies Garden Centres – from £3.49
- ETO Wine Decanter by ETO – from £139.00
Lifestyle Gifts
- Judges’ Pick: Revlon One-Step™ 5-in-1 Multi Air Styler Pink Titanium Edition by Revlon Hair Tools – £84.99
- Cricut Joy™ 2 Coral Deluxe Bundle by Cricut – £149.99
- Starts With Ends With by Relatable and Evolution PR – £21.99
- Festivity Bouquet by Prestige Flowers – £29.99
- Matcha Latte Magic Whisk by Bird & Blend Tea Co. – £99.00
Food & Drink Gifts
- Judges’ Pick: Night Before Christmas Teatime Selection Light-Up Tin by Cartwright & Butler – £20.00
- Maldon Salt Gift Pack by Maldon Salt Ltd – £12.99
- Mermaid Spiced Rum by Mermaid – £42.00
- Townhouse Advent Calendar by English Tea Shop – £18.99
- Fat Rascals & Shopper Set by Bettys – £35.00
Children’s Gifts
- Judges’ Pick: MicroMAGS Learn Numbers by MAGNA-TILES – £39.99
- Goodnight You, Goodnight Everyone by Wonderbly – £19.99
- Tonieplay by tonies – £19.99
- Pikachu Pokémon Holiday Plush – 10 ½ In. by Pokémon Center – £27.99
- tickit Lighthouse Island by Playtime PR – £49.99
Kidult Gifts
- Judges’ Pick: 3D Puzzle Vase by Ravensburger – £14.99
- Santa’s Express Train Set by Hornby Hobbies – £39.99
- Kitsound HD Digital Camera by B&M Stores – £20.00 (Available in store only)
- Star Wars Sith Lightsaber Umbrella by Menkind – £35.00
- KPop Demon Hunters Derpy Glow Cosplay Crossbody Bag by Loungefly – £75.00
Budget Gifts (Under £15)
- Judges’ Pick: The Best of Christmas Game by TOMY – £12.99
- Cosmopolitan Recharge Hot Brush by B&M Stores – £9.99 (Available in store only)
- 20cm Pig in Blanket Character by Dobbies Garden Centres – £12.99
- Bluey Mystery Minis by Funko – £6.00
- Wild Cherry & Vanilla Luxury Travel Wash Bag Gift Set by Baylis & Harding – £14.00
Splurge Gifts (Over £150)
- Judges’ Pick: Meccano Pro Limited Edition Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Race Car Construction Set by The Entertainer – £200.00
- Miko: Self-Moving AI Chess Set by Menkind – £449.00
- FAQ™ 202 Bundle by FOREO – £739.00