22 awesome gifts for the groom to add to your wedding list

If you've got a gift list with Prezola and you're looking to add the perfect gifts for the groom - you’ve come to the right place!

Maybe you’re looking for that special wedding gift that the groom will love, or you’re wondering what the groom’s family would want to give you. Well, we’ve got you.

It’s an ancient myth that grooms aren’t interested when it comes to their wedding gift list. OF COURSE THEY ARE! Style-savvy couples tend to take an equal interest and pride in their homes these days.

And for many, there’s a lot of joint decision-making and shared taste.

But if you’re looking specifically to add wedding gifts for the groom to your list, we’ve come up with a few of our favourites that just so happen to tick the ‘bloke’ box.

We should know – here at Prezola, we’re the UK’s favourite wedding gift list service and honeymoon fund, so we get to speak to hundreds of couples every week.

Either way, check out our top 22 cool and unique wedding gift ideas for the groom that you can add to your gift list.

What is it with men and fire, eh? Still, if him having his ‘Me MAN. Man make FIRE.’ moment means that the rest of us get to keep cosy and roast marshmallows in the garden, who are we to complain!

A fire pit is one of those perfect groom gifts that the whole family will enjoy together for years to come.

Sod it. If you’re going to ask for a barbecue, get a proper one that will last a lifetime. The equivalent of a six-oven Aga, it can smoke, sear, bake, roast and act as a pizza oven. Your mates may need to club together for this groom’s gift, but he’ll forever be the King of Summer!

Add the Big Green Egg to your gift list

Ok. So, might be a bit ambitious to play in the garden (unless you have a garden the size of a small field) but the beauty of this rounders set, is that it’s ultra-portable. So, you can take it to the park, the beach… wherever! When it comes to gifting ideas for the groom, we think this one’s a winner.

4. World kitchen explorer subscription: 3 months

Gone are the days when the kitchen was purely the wife’s domain (thank f**k for that!). These days we meet plenty of foodie grooms who get excited over kitchen gadgets and cookbooks.And if you’re looking for a unique gift for groom ideas for a guy like this, allow us to introduce The Spicery. Their world kitchen explorer kits come with amazing recipes and spices each month, so you can experience exotic new flavours, from the comfort of your kitchen.

Who wouldn’t want to be a taco legend? We would! This little Mexican food bible will teach him how to tell his tacos from his tortas and his carnitas from his calbacitas.

It also comes with four pre-mixed must-have Mexican spices to get him started. As groom gifts go, this one’s a spicy little option!

Just FYI: you’re not officially married until you’ve carved a turkey the size of a labradoodle. It’s the law. Adding separate knives to your wedding gift list is a great way to build up a full collection, without one person having to splash out. Not only do they make great wedding gifts for the groom, but they’re also fantastic for follow-up birthday and Christmas gifts.

Gift your guy the power to make perfect paninis, toasties and waffles for life! If you’re looking for gifts for the groom, this is the perfect little kitchen gadget.

sandwich grill and waffle maker, It’s quick, compact, and convenient, and the toasting plates can even go in the dishwasher – score!

If the groom in question is a coffee connoisseur… the kind who secretly judges his friends based on their countertop hardware… then this high-tech barista-style beast could be the perfect groom’s gift. It’s a big-ticket item but if there’s a KitchenAid on the list, you’re definitely allowed to add this - plus there's always group gifting to make it cheaper for guests.

A quality thermos flask is a must-have for adventurous, outdoorsy types. Whether he’s off camping, hiking, fishing, or something more extreme, the Stanley vacuum thermos is guaranteed to keep his coffee hot or his drinking water cold. As groom gifts go, this one’s ideal for an outdoors lover.

We think this one makes a great present for the groom from the bride… surprise him with a paddleboarding minimoon break at Loch Lomond in Scotland!

For the guy who’s always on the go, groom gifts don’t come much more useful than the Koenji Wash Bag. And, if you were thinking (quite understandably) that a wash bag isn’t exactly the most exciting present… just you wait. This one is engineered by experts in Taiwan, and made from waterproof, ballistic nylon – the same stuff they use to make bulletproof vests! A really thoughtful gift that will last years.

This isn’t just a speaker. This is the start of your smart-home revolution! The Sonos one gen 2 features Amazon's Alexa. So, not only does it play music in high quality, but you can change songs, adjust the volume, control streaming services or any other smart home technology, using just your voice. When it comes to finding the perfect gift, this one’s a game-changer.

If you’re after gift ideas for the groom who enjoys dabbling as a DJ, or perhaps he’s simply an old-school vinyl enthusiast, then this is the one for you. It’s a sleek, two-speed turntable that gives him complete control over his sound.

What better way to celebrate your gift delivery day (Happy Prezola Day!) than with a truly iconic bottle of bubbly! That’s one wedding gift to the bride and groom that will always be welcome.

Because guys like to be comfy too! Give him the gift of a beautifully soft and cosy Bedfolk bathrobe. Goblin mode… but make it stylish.

When it comes to groom gifts, you can’t go wrong with a set of luxury scents. This carefully curated selection by Jo Malone London includes some of the most stunning fragrances created just for him… Banish those tired old Lynx gift sets for good!

There’s something terribly grown up and cool about owning a weighty decanter and filling it with smoky, amber-coloured whisky… like something straight out of Mad Men. Of course, if you’re curating the perfect groom gift, he’ll need the matching tumblers to go with it. Or, go the whole hog and order the matching ice bucket for a 60’s New York City vibe.

Well, who wouldn’t enjoy having their own personal monkey butler to hold their wine bottle? We sure would! If you’re looking for fun groom gifts, this one’s got to be at the top of the pile. Spice things up by making bets on which guest will pick it from your wedding gift list first!

Beautiful and sophisticated, this luxury mango wood chess set is guaranteed to delight the groom in your life. It’s the kind of groom gift that’s designed to last a lifetime and become a real family heirloom piece. We think it makes the perfect traditional wedding gift for the groom from the bride.

Give your guy the gift of a great night out with added belly laughs! See some of the country’s best stand-ups at your choice of venues around the UK. If laughter is your love language, the comedy night for two experience is a great option!

Is your man a cheese monster? We’ve got just the thing! A subscription from Cheesegeek will satisfy his inner cheese beast with 4 – 5 of the finest cheeses (totalling around 600g) sent directly to your door each month.

Wall art can make a unique gift for the groom on his wedding day. We think a typography-style print makes an extra special and sentimental gift to the groom from the bride – combine both of your first initials or a love letter for a cool graphic artwork for your home.

Last on the list, but certainly not least… travel vouchers! If they’ve set up a Prezola honeymoon fund and are planning a big post-wedding adventure, you can’t go wrong with Airbnb or Mr & Mrs Smith vouchers to help them on their way.

So, how did you like our top 23 groom gifts? If you found some good ideas, why not check out Prezola for more wedding gift ideas and start creating your dream wedding gift list today!