Where to find last minute presents

If you're still stumped as to what to buy your nearest and dearest this Christmas, don't panic there's still time to get something thoughtful and special - however little time you have left for shopping

We've put together a few suggestions for those of you who are dreading the thought of a last minute rush around the shops.

Supermarkets

A trip to your local Tesco, Asda or Sainsbury's might seem like a last-ditch attempt on Christmas Eve, but you'll be surprised how many worthwhile gifts can be found on their shelves. Tesco have some great deals on fragrances this winter so why not pop down and have a look at what they've got in stock. You could walk away with Clinique Happy or Thierry Mugler Angel for less than £30.

Sainsbury's home section has a host of present ideas too, you can pick up some quirky wall hooks, a deliciously scented candle or even a fun and festive doorstop. For the little ones, why not pick up a fun hot water bottle from Asda to get them through the cold months or a scarf or pair of gloves for a loved one who feels the cold.

Vouchers

If you don't even have time to run down to your local supermarket, let the internet lend you a helping hand this Christmas. You might think handing over a voucher on Christmas Day is a bit of a cop out but wait until you see what you can get for your money with these amazing online vouchers from Red Letter Days.

You could spend less that £40 and get yourself a classy afternoon tea for two people or you could up the ante and plump for a sunrise Champagne hot air ballooning experience day for a little over £100. If you haven't got something particular in mind you can opt for a Flexible Experience Pack where the lucky person can pick from a list of experiences.
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Subscriptions and Memberships

For the culture vultures in your family why not think long-term and invest in a subscription to a magazine, museum or the cinema.

Although plenty of museums around the UK are free to enter, many of them charge for their top class exhibitions. If you've got a keen museum-goer in your family, why not treat them to a membership to ensure free access to special exhibitions and plenty of other perks.

Opting for a magazine subscription is another great way to keep someone entertained throughout the year, you may not have a gift to hand over on the big day but the promise of 12 editions of their favourite glossy is sure to make them smile. Head to WH Smith or Magazines Direct to find out how to get hold of them.

Cinema vouchers are the perfect give for movie lovers of any age. You can choose how much you want to spend, but it's worth bearing in mind just how many trips they'll be able to get out of the voucher. Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and plenty of other cinemas offer vouchers and gift cards.

Alternatively, Not On The High Street have put together a fine selection of monthly subscription gifts that guarantee to be gifts that just keep on giving. You can choose from a range of packages that offer not just one present on Christmas Day but one each month of the year. You could opt for a monthly tea club subscription, a monthly novel or even a subscription to a monthly bow tie club!

If you're really stumped on what to buy a loved one, why not donate to charity this Christmas and help those in need. Head to Charity Choice to find out more about the best ways to donate this year.