There should be a prize for anyone who knows all the wedding anniversaries. You would have no idea which precious metal, mineral or stone relates to which landmark. And I’m afraid this ignorance could prove costly when buying gifts in the future. I mean, I guess golden anniversary gifts are meant to commemorate 50 years together, but when do you buy pearl anniversary gifts? You’d have to google it to find out!

Frankly though, that’s the least of my worries. I’m much more concerned with making sure what I get is correct. So what do you do if you’re looking for anniversary gifts? After all, there has to be something more original than chocolates and flowers. Happily there…

wedding anniversary newspaper

Unless you were married the day after the moon landing or England’s World Cup victory, there’s a good chance you could get your hands on an original wedding anniversary newspaper from the date of your nuptials. And when we say original, we mean it: these newspapers are as old as the date on their cover. They come from the largest newspaper library in Europe and can be presented in a gift box with a nice bottle of liquor.

Personalized wine and champagne

Nothing says “I still love you” like a nice bottle of champagne. But if you’re less worried about bubbles, there’s always the option of opting for a bottle of red, white or rosé wine. Whichever you choose, each bottle can be fully personalized with a label of your choice, allowing you to select the design and then add your names and a message.

London Eye Cruise

This offer gives both of you an unlimited hop-on hop-off sightseeing trip on the Thames for one day. You will enjoy stunning views of the Houses of Parliament, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Tate Modern. And as the name suggests, you’ll also be taking a flight on the London Eye.

personalized love mugs

We’re not suggesting for a second that this should be the only anniversary gift you give. But as a fun gift to accompany something more meaningful, a personalized love mug could definitely do the trick. There are three candidates to choose from, all of which feature a message or logo you love and can be personalized to display your better half’s name.

Classic Day at the Races

This package gives you and your partner admission to one of 12 racetracks across the country. You’ll get a Tote discounted betting coupon, parking and food to go with your complimentary drink. In terms of where you can go, take your pick from Carlisle, Cumbria, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, Nottingham, Warwick, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, Exeter, Wincanton, Somerset and Tees Valley.