ADVENT-URE FORTH: Our Top Advent Calendars for 2023

A captivating moonlit scene adorns this traditional advent calendar, with wonderfully illustrated woodland creatures.

A cosy, glittery village cottage picture advent calendar that evokes a sense of country living and the tranquillity that comes with it!

Nestled beside a tranquil river, this calendar whisks you away to a night of gentle snowfall, joyously bustling riverside shops, and warm glowing lights.

This nostalgic calendar from Richard Sellmer is a reprint of one of their designs from 1955! Ideal for travelling back in time to childhood Christmases.

A realistic lantern frame gives way to a atmospheric wintry scene of wildlife by peaceful lakeside, in this wonderfully unique design.

Behind each door of this traditional-style German advent calendar is a beautiful illustration of a real bird species - and when you press on the door, it plays that species' song! A unique gift for a bird enthusiast.

Immerse yourself in a moonlit scene straight out of a fairy tale! Complete with charming villagers, cosy houses, quaint shops, and majestic snowy mountains, this advent calendar sparkles with glitter.

Explore what these cheeky kitties are up to all throughout Advent season! This calendar folds out into a free-standing Christmas tree, which makes a wonderful central point for many decorations.

For many children, you simply can't go wrong with Peppa! With figurines from the worldwide smash hit cartoon, and a host of festive accessories to discover, there's no end to the stories they can tell in the run-up to Christmas.

This offering from iconic Pukka Tea is simply beautiful! Its gorgeous blue patterned design gives way to an assortment of delicious tea to discover - start each Advent day right with a mouth-watering, warming cup of tea.

24 mini bars of oat milk chocolate, in four assorted flavours? Yes please! A perfect Christmas treat for anyone looking for a dairy-free alternative, this calendar offers vegan chocolate with sustainability at its heart.

This lovely tin plaque, designed to look like a quirky blackboard, is a perfect no-frills choice to be used year after year! The magnetic counter is attached with a red and white striped cord too, so you don't have to worry about it getting lost.

Combine greetings card, advent calendar, and Christmas decoration into one with this intricate house! Once they've received the card, they can use the calendar, and then pop it over an electric tealight for a lovely glowing lantern.

This fabulous wall-hanging felt advent calendar, with its stitched detailing and patchwork style pockets, evokes the warmth of a homemade blanket every day. A great choice for a new family tradition, that cuts down on waste from buying new every year.

Not only is this calendar a beautiful piece of art, it was also created and published under license from the RSPB to help them raise awareness for the vital work they do! The calendar is made from FSC certified paper from responsible sources.

Designed to be burned over Advent, this gorgeous white pyramid candle features an elegant silver print.

Holly, ivy, and cute little robins adorn this traditional advent candle from Alison Gardiner!

Alison Gardiner's snowman friends are brought to life in this charming, cartoony Advent candle!

These candles, that come in either red or cream, feature a luxurious gold print for counting down to Christmas.

Count down to Christmas with this colourful candle, depicting characters and animals alike in this nativity themed design.

Santa is giving the reindeer the day off in this quirky calendar! Slide Father Christmas in his car along as Christmas draws closer in this wooden reusable Advent calendar - its fun design and lovely colours mean it's sure to be a hit with the whole family, and visitors old and young.

A sweet Advent calendar and playset gift for the little ones, featuring the iconic cast of Peter Rabbit. For something a little longer lasting, but still evoking traditions from years past, these Orange Tree Toy advent calendars will bring a touch of timelessness to your home and your child’s toybox.

With a friendly gingerbread man hopping along the decorated block, this Advent calendar can be placed upon a mantle, or a shelf, and be brought out year after year for a really sustainable piece of Christmas décor! Ideal if you’re looking for a touch of tradition with a twist.

This reusable, chalkboard-design Advent calendar is a simple but clever item that will become a firm tradition for your Christmas celebrations. Move the magnetic house along as the days pass, and admire the lovely winter scene of snow-topped houses, trees, and even a mini log store!

The beautifully designed wooden landscape silhouette captures the serene Nativity scene, complete with the Star of Bethlehem, the Holy Family, and a delightful array of animals. Beyond its practical purpose, this advent calendar also doubles as a stunning piece of festive décor!

25 delightful little Christmas sacks hang from a rather festive red and white cord ribbon, in this fill-your-own Advent calendar. Whether the gifts are tasty, shiny, sparkly, or even sections of a larger whole gift, it's up to you.

Build up this volcanic scene over the course of the season, by searching for and adding the correctly numbered piece each day. A wonderfully unique take for all dino-lovers, because what's better than dinosaurs? Well, festive ones, of course!

Kids will love this fun Father Christmas advent calendar! It's a fabulous free-standing piece, just waiting to be filled up with all sorts of personal little treats for the lucky recipient. This jolly Santa would be perfect for creating a new celebration tradition.

This fascinating piece lets you build your own 3D revolving carousel for an advent calendar! In rich seasonal reds and greens, with a champagne-gold finish, it's an elegant centrepiece for any table or mantle.

An endearing design and playful Santa character make this sturdy fabric wall-hanging a wonderful choice for a DIY Advent calendar. 24 pockets, measuring approximately 6.5cm x 7cm, give room for many lovely little surprises and hold a lot of festive cheer.

The annunciation of the shepherds gets to shine in this advent calendar, that tells the nativity story in words and pictures; the stunning hues and intricate details of this traditional picture Advent calendar make it a truly mesmerising piece!

Instead of simply opening a door each day, get creative with this hands-on, DIY nativity scene! With 24 easy-to-build models, build up this Nativity throughout the season and enjoy your completed accomplishment on Christmas.

A charming illustration and Bible verses combine to make this an intricate, joyous way of bringing the spirit of Christmas into your home. The excitement these characters feel on their way to the crib is matched by the excitement of counting down!

Beautiful, colourful patterns adorn this geometric-style illustration of the Three Kings, travelling to present their gifts. The starlit night provides a wonderful backdrop for every day of Advent, with this calendar featuring Bible text.

This colourful paper Advent calendar shows the first visitors to the manger – shepherds and the three kings bearing gifts for the newborn. With glitter accents, it's a festive decoration, ideal for 24 days of Christmas anticipation.