Cosy gifts for someone who always feels the cold
Warm them up without turning up the heating: heated throws, thermal layers and cosy treats.
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Everyone knows someone who’s always cold: fingers like ice, jumper on in July, eyeing up the thermostat. With heating bills still high, gifts that warm the person rather than the whole house are useful and genuinely appreciated.
Electric heated throws and blankets use very little electricity compared with central heating, typically costing a few pence an hour to run.
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A heated throw
£££ Treat
The ultimate gift for the perpetually cold. Wraps around them on the sofa for a fraction of the cost of heating the room.
Our pick
8.8/10
Mia&Coco Heated Throw (120 × 160cm)
£££ Over £40
Warms the person rather than the whole house, for a few pence an hour. Flannel on one side, sherpa on the other.
- 10 heat levels
- Auto-off timer up to 9 hours
- Flannel and sherpa
- Machine washable
What owners say: Luxuriously soft and toasty, and owners say it lets them turn the heating down.
Heads up: A few owners find the lowest settings quite gentle, so it’s best on the middle levels.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price See our top 5 heated throws →A wearable blanket hoodie
££ Mid-range
A giant fleece hoodie they can wrap up in and still use their hands. Great for working from home.
Our pick
9.3/10
JOREAY Extra Long Blanket Hoodie
££ £15–£40
Extra long, so it keeps legs warm too: basically a duvet you can walk around in.
- Extra long, to the ankles
- Fluffy fleece lining
- Big front pocket
- Machine washable
What owners say: Wonderfully warm and soft. Owners say it goes right down to the ankles and is well worth the money.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsA hot water bottle with knitted cover
£ Budget
Old-fashioned but unbeatable for cold feet in bed. A knitted cover makes it feel like a gift.
Our pick
9.0/10
samply 2L Hot Water Bottle with Knitted Cover
£ Under £15
A 2-litre bottle in a chunky knitted cover that holds the heat for hours. Old-fashioned in the best possible way.
- 2 litre
- Soft knitted cover
- Wide mouth, easy to fill
- Hot or cold use
What owners say: Stays warm for ages, and the cover looks like a tiny woolly jumper.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsA microwavable wheat bag
£ Budget
Heats in a couple of minutes and drapes over shoulders or tummy. Many come lightly scented with lavender.
Our pick
8.7/10
Zhu-Zhu Lavender Wheat Bag
£ Under £15
A long, floppy wrap that drapes around the neck and shoulders, with a gentle lavender scent. A quick blast in the microwave and it’s heaven.
- Wheat and lavender
- Soft fleece
- Ready in 90 seconds
- Drapes over neck and shoulders
What owners say: Easy to heat and properly comforting, with a gentle lavender scent.
Heads up: Heat it in short bursts and never overdo the microwave time.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsThermal socks
£ Budget
Thick, brushed-inside socks that make a real difference for cold feet.
Our pick
9.1/10
Niofind Thick Thermal Socks (5 pairs)
£ Under £15
Five pairs with thick terry cushioning, for boots, wellies and anyone whose feet are always cold.
- Thick terry loop
- Cushioned sole
- 80% cotton
- 5 pairs
What owners say: Super thick and warm, with a good fit, and they don’t slip down.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsRechargeable hand warmers
£ Budget
For cold commutes, dog walks and draughty offices. Most double as a small power bank.
Our pick
9.0/10
OCOOPA UT5 Rechargeable Hand Warmers (2-pack)
£14.99 RRP
Two ultra-slim warmers that slip into a glove or pocket and heat up in seconds.
- Two ultra-slim warmers
- Heats in 2 seconds
- 3 heat levels
- Rechargeable
What owners say: Surprisingly warm for the size, and perfect for cold commutes.
Heads up: Expect around four hours per charge on the middle setting.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price See our top 5 rechargeable hand warmers →A heated gilet
££ Mid-range
Battery-powered heat panels in a lightweight gilet. Ideal for outdoor workers, football parents and cold offices.
Our pick
8.6/10
DR.PREPARE Unisex Heated Gilet
£39.99 RRP
Heated panels warm the chest and back at the press of a button. Brilliant for dog walks, the allotment and football touchlines.
- 10 heating zones
- 3 heat levels
- Runs from a USB power bank
- Machine washable
What owners say: Warm, well-made and good value, with several zones that heat up quickly.
Heads up: It runs from a USB power bank, which isn’t included.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsA thermal base layer
£ Budget
A thin layer under their clothes that traps warmth. The secret weapon of people who work outdoors.
Our pick
8.8/10
Mountain Warehouse Talus Base Layer Top
£ Under £15
A light, quick-drying layer from the UK outdoor brand that adds real warmth under a jumper without the bulk.
- Quick-drying
- Wicks moisture
- Lightweight
- Machine washable
What owners say: Warm, comfortable and lightweight. One owner wore it in sub-zero temperatures.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsAn insulated travel mug
£ Budget
Keeps tea or coffee hot for hours, so they get warm drinks on the go.
Our pick
9.0/10
KETIEE 380ml Insulated Travel Mug
£11.98 RRP
Keeps tea hot for the whole commute, and it fits under most coffee machines.
- 380ml
- Double-walled steel
- Leakproof lid
- Lots of colours
What owners say: Keeps drinks hot for hours, seals well and is easy to clean.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsA door draught excluder
£ Budget
Stops the cold air creeping under doors. A small, practical gift that makes a room noticeably warmer.
Our pick
8.7/10
Vellure Door Draught Excluder Strip
£ Under £15
The least glamorous gift here and one of the most effective: it stops the cold air under the door, and you feel the difference straight away.
- Silicone strip
- Self-adhesive
- Blocks draughts and dust
What owners say: Easy to fit and genuinely cuts draughts. Owners say it looks like part of the door.
Heads up: Clean and dry the door bottom first so the adhesive sticks along the whole length.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsLuxury drinking chocolate
££ Mid-range
Proper hot chocolate made from real chocolate flakes. Warms from the inside out.
Our pick
8.8/10
Hotel Chocolat Milky 50% Hot Chocolate (20 sachets)
££ £15–£40
Made with real chocolate flakes rather than powder, from the British chocolatier. Tastes like a treat from a proper café.
- Real chocolate flakes
- 50% cocoa milk
- 20 single-serve sachets
- Works in a Velvetiser
What owners say: A rich, not-too-sweet flavour that becomes their go-to drink.
Heads up: Whisk it well, or use a milk frother, for the smoothest cup.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsGrippy slipper socks
£ Budget
Fleece-lined socks with grippy soles, for padding around on cold floors.
Our pick
9.0/10
Niorasen Fluffy Non-Slip Slipper Socks
£12.99 RRP
Thick fleece with grippy dots underneath, so they’re safe on wooden floors and stairs.
- Fleece lined
- Anti-slip grip dots
- One size UK 4–9
What owners say: Warm, soft and fluffy, and ideal for cold nights.
Available at Amazon – check today’s price or compare other optionsTips for cosy gifts
- For electric heated products, look for a UK plug, overheat protection and an auto shut-off.
- Layers beat bulk: a thin thermal layer often does more than a thicker jumper.
- Pair a bigger gift like a heated throw with a small treat like hot chocolate.
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