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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
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Coffee, crochet kits and … mashed potato: the best UK Advent calendars for 2025 – tested

Advent Calendars composite

The countdown to Christmas is approaching rapidly, and that means one thing: Advent calendars. Whether it’s for an excitable four-year-old or a beer-loving adult, there’s an Advent calendar for pretty much everyone.

But how do you know what’s worth splashing out on, and what’s not worth the money? We’ve tested, tasted and played with 26 Advent calendars to rate them for you. Whether it’s whisky or Squishmallows, here are our verdicts.

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