Give a Gift She'll Always Remember with the Best Gift Experiences for Her

No matter the occasion, or which lucky lady you’re buying for, there are loads of gift experiences for her that’ll show her just how special she is. From cocktail classes in Manchester for the party girl in your life to London pottery workshops for all those creative queens out there, you’ll discover experience gifts in the UK that’ll suit any taste for 2024.

While old standby presents like perfume, jewellery and flowers are nice, they can sometimes feel a bit impersonal. By taking the time to choose an experience gift your leading lady will truly love, you’ll be showing that you value her interests and letting her know just how much she means to you. Plus, nothing quite beats the sense of satisfaction and accomplishment from learning something new! Whether she’s already an accomplished crafter looking for a new challenge or needs that extra push to pursue a hobby she’s been thinking about for a while, there are experienced teachers with crafty classes all over the UK ready to welcome her with open arms.

Cooking classes are perfect for any aspiring chefs

If you know a lady who’s a dab-hand in the kitchen and would love learning some new techniques, why not treat her to one of the many cooking classes in the UK taught by local culinary superstars? From authentic Thai cooking classes in Edinburgh to London knife skills workshops, there’s a whole host of foodie gift experiences for mums, girlfriends or any other gourmet girls you know. 

Cooking is an essential life skill — even just knowing the basics can really improve your relationship with food, making mealtimes into something to look forward to. If your daughter is heading off to university soon or moving into her own place for the first time, why not treat her to a beginner’s cooking course? Led by local food heroes, a cookery course is a brilliant way to learn the fundamentals of food from someone who really knows their stuff. Instead of just buying her a cookbook, a gift experience voucher for any of these amazing culinary classes will give the lucky recipient a better understanding of food. She won’t just have to follow recipes (or fall back on takeaways), but will be able to cook confidently for herself with fresh, healthy ingredients, which will do wonders for her wellbeing — and impress her mates to boot! Which means that when she comes home for the holidays, she'll be able to take over those midweek meals and treat you to something tasty – homemade fresh pasta, hearty Indian curry or traditional Italian pizza, anyone?

Plant parents will love learning to make a terrarium

Know a green-fingered goddess who can’t get enough plants in her life? Has she got shelves of perennials and a love of all things nature? A terrarium making workshop would make a fabulous experience gift for her! Being able to customise her very own miniature ecosystem is a fantastic way to bring her closer to her plant pals, bringing a more personal touch to her desk or green shelf. It’s also tremendously relaxing — as she arranges all the elements of her micro-jungle just the way she likes it, she’ll be able to take some time to forget her responsibilities and just enjoy doing something creative.

Maybe she’s already swamped with terrariums and you’re looking for something a bit more unusual. A kokedama class would fit the bill perfectly! Kokedama are a type of Japanese plant arrangement, where a small plant or bonsai is grown in a decorative moss ball, resulting in a little orb of green goodness that’ll look amazing on any shelf or desk. A little break from the norm, if you’re looking for unusual gift experiences for her, put a kokedama class at the top of your list. She'll be able to switch off, immerse herself in nature and build on her indoor plant collection – what could be better than that?

If you need more unique ideas for your unique person, check out our best alternative gifts for her here. 

Pottery classes will bring out the artisan in anyone

Is your friend the type of gal who’s always on the lookout for a new creative hobby? Pottery and ceramics classes make brilliant experience gifts for those with a creative streak — and making something she can decorate her home with is a great way to keep her busy during cold winter evenings and long summer days alike. Whether she's keen to fill her cupboards with handmade ceramic dinnerware, or she's searching for that perfect vase for her floral arrangements, a pottery workshop will tick all the boxes!

A pottery class will let her get creative with clay, allowing her to make gorgeous works of art she can display with pride. There are tons of amazing ceramic workshops in London, Liverpool and all over the UK, where she’ll be guided through the steps by professional ceramicists, meaning every creation will be unique. Maybe you know someone who needs some cheering up — hanging out in an airy studio making beautiful pieces of pottery would be a thoughtful and unforgettable gift experience!

Have a read of this lovely review: 

"My husband was bought the pottery experience for a birthday gift. It was fantastic.

2 hours flew by, and Abi was a brilliant host. She gave great instruction and praise but also helped to correct us when we'd gone awry.

Cannot wait to get our items back once they've been fired!" – Emily Mackay-Wright, Pottery Throwing Taster Class

A cocktail making class beats a night out on the town

This one’s for any of the party queens you know. Whether she’s always up for a night out on the town, or might prefer to do something she is actually interested in than just drink, a cocktail making class offers a little something for everyone. If you’re looking for gift experiences for her that are on the more adventurous side, why not whisk her off to one of the many cocktail classes in the UK? Whether it’s a London mixology masterclass or a mobile cocktail class in Manchester, you can choose from a boozy bonanza of events that will get your friend mixing and shaking with the best of them.

Making your own cocktails isn’t just a fun activity, but it’ll help you think more about what you’re drinking, be more present in the moment and unwind after a long day. While a cocktail recipe book would be a nice gift for the martini lover in your life, the best way to learn how to make your own delicious concoctions is by having an expert guide show you how it’s done. By mixing things up with some of the best bartenders across the UK, your lucky giftee will really elevate her cocktail game, making this a present that’ll be sure to impress — if you’re lucky, you might even be able to reap the benefits of her newfound mixing prowess!