Best Christmas Advent calendars for adults UK – the calendars you don't want to miss

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If your budget doesn't quite stretch to the Jo Malone calendar (join the club), then this Yankee Advent option delivers candles aplenty with a much more affordable price tag. It's designed to look like a book, and last year's version was filled with a range of Yankee Candle favourites, from the brand's Snow in Love fragrance to Letters to Santa, Christmas Cookie, and Cinnamon Stick, so we've got high hopes for this one too. 

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Looking to really treat someone? Or indulge in a decadent gift to yourself? This luxury Jo Malone Advent calendar is a bestseller for good reason, containing twenty-five of the brand's signature scents, including mood-boosting home fragrances, popular colognes in miniature, seasonal adornments, and a couple of full-sized surprises that will last you the whole year through. This year's offering is gingerbread themed too, with new gingham wrapping. The only downside? Despite its price, this luxury Advent calendar always sells out fast, so if you're thinking of investing, then be quick. Sign up for early access at Jo Malone. 

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This calendar (which is under £25!) features 25 candles ranging from Aldi's best-selling scents to brand-new and exclusive fragrances, all housed in a premium teal and rose gold box complete with a bow. It's the perfect bargain Advent calendar and we can't wait to try it. The only downside? You can't order it online, so you'll have to go in-store.

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Yep, that's right, your favourite stationery brand (and ours!) has released its first-ever Advent calendar. Featuring both mini and full-sized treats to make your desk set up more pleasing, this calendar promises to not only look the part but will help make you more organised too. If you love adding to your never-ending supply of journals and dairies, then make sure your loved ones know this calendar is on your wish list.

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This calendar from Astrid & Miyu was at the very top of our wish-lists last year, and nothing has changed with the release of this years addition. Yes, it's eye wateringly expensive, but we think this could count as a present too (and then some!). For the price you get a whole host of jewellery must-haves. 

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This very practical calendar from Halfords proves that advent treats really are for everyone. It features 40 (?!) hand tools at a fab price, and features a carry box too. If you want something that your recipient will actually use and is affordable, it's a way to turn picking up an essential into something fun!

Launch date: 6th September

The White Company's Advent calendar is finally with us, and we love it. It has everything from indulgent shampoos to bath shots, sleep oils to candles – all hidden inside. These beauty and homeware treats usually come in a range of scents from signature favourites to winter must-haves, from Seychelles to Lime & Bay. And of course, this calendar is as pretty as it is packed with goodies. 

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Beauty advent calendars are so popular and only growing in demand. We love this one from Debenhams, which is super affordable and has 24 doors to open on the way to Christmas. Beauty, skincare and haircare is inclusive in this wonderful calendar, which is worth £390 in total, but you can get it for just £85.00

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This calendar from Boots is filled full of premium beauty buys, so you can try them out before you invest in them in the New Year's Day sales. It's all packaged up in a neat festive box, with 24 doors to take you all the way to Christmas Eve. If you're looking to spend £100 or less, it's a no brainer.

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We are big fans of Volanco coffee and this box will have you set until Christmas and beyond. It features two limited edition Christmassy blends and means you can support an independent business. Win win if you ask us! 

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Love GRIND? Love your pod coffee machine? Introducing the GRIND Advent Calendar, which combines the best of both worlds. We love The GRIND One pod coffee machine and if you know someone who does too, this could make the perfect present.

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Real coffee enthusiasts will love this calendar from Pact, which is available to buy with beans or ground coffee inside. It's kitted out with what the brand claims is '25 of the world's best coffes'. 

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Christmas is the time to indulge, which includes a cocktail or two. This calendar allows you to do exactly that, which is complete with a cocktail shaker so that you can properly enjoy your drinks in style.

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This calendar, with a mini bottle of wine or fizz behind each of these 24 doors, is a really nice way to get towards the big December day. It has some alcohol-free choices in there too, as well as a great variation of bottles to pick out.

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Cute mini gins! What could be better? This calendar is a lot of fun, with some suprising flavours packed in there too. Yep that's right, it features 7 gins that are in fact brand new to the company.