Christmas Gift Ideas

At OPH we know how difficult it can be to select suitable

Christmas gifts, especially for those who appear to have

everthing. Below are some of our Christmas gift ideas, aimed to

achieve maximum impact with minimum effort.

Subscriptions To Magazines

Most High Street booksellers such as WH Smith offer

subscriptions to magazines and periodicals, ranging from

general interest to special interest. Something for everyone.

Shop online or in store, there are lots of discounts around.

A Promise To Do...

A gift to suit all pockets and abilities. We all have

something to offer, and this Christmas gift idea can be done by

both children and adults. Make a gift card and inside outline

what you are offering to do for the recipitent. try to give a

date range wherever possible. Ideas such as babysitting, garden

maintenance, cooking a meal, lift to the airport. The list is

endless. It's the ideal gift for the person who has everything

from the person who has very little to spare in the way of

cash.

Gift Vouchers For Shows, Events & Concerts

We all like to have a good night out without spending a lot of

money. Ticketmaster offer gift vouchers which can be redeemed

in part or in full against events. (Offer excludes Northern

Ireland and Eire and must be redeemed within 12 months of

purchase)

Make it extra special by a promise to chauffeur there and back,

or babysit, or perhaps cook a meal on their return.

Premium Bonds

Premium Bonds are a gift that might make a difference. For a

minimum investment of £100 the recipient is entered into the

monthly prize draw and is eligible to win cash prizes ranging

from £50 up to £1million. All winnings are exempt from UK

Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax. There is however no

return on investment, although the principle sum is guaranteed

by the Treasury and can be redeemed for cash at any time.

(National Savings & Investments)

A perfect Christmas gift for babies and children as an

alternative to toys or clothes that they will quickly outgrow.

The purchasers name is printed on the bond

if desired to add a personal touch. The minimum bond is £25

and is owned by the child but controlled by the parent until

the child is 16

years old. The bond will gain interest at a fixed

rate over a five year period then on the fifth anniversary

bonuses, determined at the time of purchase, will be added.

Terms & Conditions apply.

For more details on children's bonus bonds please Click here

Buy A Share

A novel Christmas gift idea, where the recipient is given a

stake in a listed company. At oneshare.com you can

browse through a comprehensive list or simply click on a themed

page to suit the occaision. One share should not be viewed as

an investment, but as share prices rise and fall tracking the

share is quite exciting. Their easy to use Childrens Guide To

The Stock Market creates an interest in the wider world from an

early age.All purchases come with an attractive certificate,

optional frame and personalised message.

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