Hitting the big 4-0 is a huge milestone for anyone. Take the time to get a 40th birthday gift that will really stand out and make the occasion memorable for your friend, family member or loved one with Buyagift. Whether they want a break to spend some time indulging a hobby, or would love a fantastic day out with the kids, we’ve got an exciting list of gift ideas to mark their 40th birthday in glorious style – from presents they can enjoy all to themselves, to gems relished together as a family! If they’re worth sharing with that is.

From relaxing spa days in the most opulent of staycations to adrenaline-filled skydiving experiences, dive into a world of birthday-bash opportunity and make their 40th birthday one they’ll remember for years to come! After all, you only turn 40 once and the last thing they need is more ‘stuff’ to shove in a corner. Memories are precious – best served as a gift experience.

40th Birthday Gifts for Men

If he’s an avid sportsman and still possesses that 300-yard swing, our golf experiences are sure to transport him to a fairway of his dreams. Footie, cricket or horse racing fan? No sweat. We’ve covered all the boys (if you can call a 40-year-old man one of the boys still), with a winner of a sporting day out.

For adventurers looking to challenge Mother Nature, our top adrenaline picks are sure to get hearts racing with a rush like no other. Or, maybe he’s an avid petrolhead and looking to get his hands on a supercar, rally car, 4x4 monster or single seater? Yep, you’ve guessed it. We’ve got the keys to them all. With a selection of tracks to make Lewis Hamilton weak at the knees with excitement!

40th Birthday Gifts for Her

If she says to not get her anything for her birthday, don’t listen. It’s an elaborate trap that’ll get you into a dandy amount of misfortune. If you want to enjoy a healthy friendship or relationship with her going forward, give her a gift that really goes the extra mile. It should see you well until her next birthday, at least.

For the perfect 40th birthday gift for her, how about a blissful break away from the world at The Bannatyne Spa or Champneys? From rejuvenating spa days to spa breaks, they’re sure to be reborn a new woman. And if a spa day isn’t far enough from home, our collection of top-shelf short break ideas offer a plethora of sensational locations UK-wide and in Europe.