Fetch Mr. Carson because we need to be served some of the best Downton Abbey gifts. Even if it's a little something for you, we say treat yourself because we have literally found the grandest gifts and merchandise anyone could hope for.
OK, Downton fans don't panic! We'd just like to point out that you can't have the actual estate, but you can get the next best thing - some elegant memorabilia.
Get your hands on everything from Downton Abbey mugs to Downton Abbey games and even Downton-themed cookbooks. Whether you're re-watching the film or series, having one or more of these gifts will make you feel like a Lady or Lord in your own home.
Best Downton Abbey gifts at a glance:
• Best cookbook inspired by Downton Abbey: The Official Downton Abbey Cookbook – Buy now on Amazon UK
• Best personalised Downton Abbey mug: Personalised 'Shhh.. I'm Watching Downton…' Mug – Buy now on Not On The High Street
• Best Downton Abbey board game: Cluedo Downton Abbey Edition Board Game – Buy now on Amazon UK
You can imagine it sitting pride of place in your drawing room AKA the living room, right?
Are you ready to return to the estate? You’re cordially invited to browse some of the best Downton Abbey gift ideas.
Best Downton Abbey gifts
Best cookbook inspired by Downton Abbey
Know somebody who loves to walk, talk and act like the cast of Downton Abbey? Well, luckily for them, you can now make sure that they eat like them too.
Customers say that as well as recipes, this wonderful book contains a slice of Edwardian history and photos to make it easy to follow.
Whether you fancy making a kedgeree, English muffins or cake for afternoon tea, this cookbook has all the quintessential favourites.
Best personalised Downton Abbey mug
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This Personalised 'Shhh.. I'm Watching Downton…' Mug makes a great gift for anyone who loves the show. As you're chatting fancy affairs, you might as well splurge out for some posh biscuits to dunk in your new mug.
A matching coaster and gift wrap options are also available. Whether it's Mother's Day, a birthday or an anniversary – this mug is bound to raise a smile.
Best Downton Abbey board game
How iconic! Question is, did the butler do it? Unfortunately, not this time as a valuable object has been stolen, and Mr. Carson needs help to solve the mystery.
As well as a standard board game, there is a grab and go version also available.
Customers say the game makes for fun family Christmas entertainment, and whilst it's not essential to be a Downton Abbey fan to play the game, it does add a fun new dimension to classic Cluedo.
Best Downton Abbey afternoon tea cookbook
Create the most delicious cream teas and traditional cakes with the Downton Abbey cast. The book is adorned with quotes from the show, historical facts and etiquette embellishments.
Customers say that this is an elegantly designed cookbook with illustrations and photos of decadent cakes. Loved ones will enjoy working their way through the recipes.
Best Downton Abbey tableware
Accompanying afternoon tea, a traditional and elegant cup and saucer set is a must. Not only is this piece tasteful, but it also looks like it could be a prop on the set of Downton Abbey.
Customers comment that their ivory porcelain tea cup and saucer set came well presented in a box, so it can be a lovely gift option. There are two floral designs available and each set comes with two tea cups, saucers and spoons presented on a heart-shaped stand.
They're so pretty, you may well want to keep them on display just to admire the gold gild edging and vintage flowers.
Best unusual Downton Abbey gift
Help someone become the lady or laird of the manor thanks to this quirky gift which lets them 'own' one square foot of land in the grounds of Dunans Castle.
Customers love this fun novelty gift. It also helps to maintain a traditional landscape in Argyll, Scotland, so it's doing good too.
The gift set comes with lots of information to explain the recipient's entitlement. Lairds and ladies of Dunans are allowed to wear the tartan that's unique to the estate. You can even change your title on some of your legal IDs too. A customer said they changed their title from Mr to Laird on credit card accounts.
Best Downton Abbey Christmas Cookbook
Perfect for the festive season, The Official Downton Abbey Christmas Cookbook makes a perfect gift for the most wonderful time of the year. Enjoy a collection of classic British holiday recipes from the Edwardian era, evocative narratives about Christmas traditions, and seasonal anecdotes from the award-winning series.
The sumptuous book has traditional recipes, such as Brandy Butter, Figgy Pudding and Angels on Horseback. Plus, beautifully photographed dishes illustrate the recipes, as well as depicting scenes from the series.
Customers say it's a well presented and informative book that makes a perfect present idea for a Downton Abbey fan.
Best Downton Abbey colouring book
Experience your favourite scenes with this official colouring book. Grown-ups and kids alike will have hours of fun colouring in characters from the iconic period drama. What we love the most is that the illustrations look like they've come straight out of the show.
Customers praise the quality of this colouring book, saying the paper is good enough quality to use watercolour pencils without it showing through on the next page. They love the detail of the illustrations. Also, each scene faithfully depicts characters from the series.
For a calming pastime that gives a sense of achievement, this is a must fans of the series.
Best Downton Abbey gin
The botanicals and oats in this award-winning gin were grown in the Highclere Castle estate, where Downton Abbey was filmed. It has notes of juniper, lime flower, orange peel and a touch of lavender.
Customers praise the taste of this premium gin and the classic bottle design. They say it's sublime in cocktails and rather too good to add any mixer to it.
Best Downton Abbey inspired fashion
Add glitz and glamour to your wardrobe with this gorgeous and flattering sequined evening cape. It's available in five colourways and has beautiful beaded details front and back.
Customers love how this cape is an easy way to dress up an outfit for a party or evening out. They say it's beautiful and looks more expensive than it is.
Best Downton Abbey gift box
This charming and humorous gift box is a wonderful way to make a fuss of a loved one who happens to be a Downton Abbey fan. It's chock-full of teatime treats, a themed coaster, plus you can choose from three designs to adorn a t-shirt, mug and tote bag.
Customers say that their recipient enjoyed the gift box. It' can be shipped internationally so friends and family overseas can enjoy a slice of English history, plus yummy tea and biscuits.
Best Downton Abbey jigsaw puzzle
Spend game night bringing Downton Abbey to life with this 3D jigsaw puzzle of Highclere Castle. Each foam-backed piece is highly detailed, and the 890-piece jigsaw measures 42cm x 38cm x 29cm when assembled.
Customers say it's a rewarding challenge, but it's not easy. Avid lovers of jigsaws will find this an intricate puzzle. It's lovely to spot characters from Downton Abbey outside the front doors and at the windows.
Best Downton Abbey whisky
This is a treat for whisky lovers and a wonderful gift idea. This finest blended malt and grain whisky is hand-crafted and made with Harrogate spring water. It has notes of vanilla shortbread, caramel and spice.
Smooth and rich, this whisky has character and reviews praise its superior depth of flavour.
Best Downton Abbey movie collection
Enjoy the magic time and again with the Downton Abbey: 2-Film Collection in the run up to recently announced Downton Abbey 3.
This collection includes Downton Abbey The Motion Picture (2019) and Downton Abbey A New Era (2022).
If you're looking for the TV collection as well, Downton Abbey Series 1–6 (2015) is available on DVD.
Best Downton Abbey memorabilia
Even better yet, get an A4 version of the film poster, framed, mounted and signed by the amazing cast! Great for anyone who loved the film or who would appreciate the memorabilia.
Best Downton Abbey craft kit
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Feeling a bit crafty? This cross stitch kit with help any Downton Abbey fan create their own manor. Set includes: 14HPI Aida fabric, Ready-sorted DMC stranded cotton threads on sorter, Needle, Backing fabric, B&W symbol chart, Instructions. Please note: cushion filler not included.
Customers praise the quality of the kit, plus it came quickly and was well packaged. It's a wonderful way to be creative and produce a depiction of Highclere Castle in the same way as the ladies would have 100 years ago.
Best Downton Abbey TV series collection
If you want to watch the series again from the beginning, here's your chance. This is an absolute steal, and you have the whole box set of DVDs for less than ÂŁ40.
Revisit your favourite moments from this period drama anytime and advert-free... just like the good old days.
Best Edwardian-style jewellery
Capturing the grace of the Edwardian period with a hint of art deco, these elegant drop earrings with blue Swarovski crystal pearl certainly hit the mark.
Customers say these are beautiful earrings, either for one's-self or to gift on an occasion, such as Mother's Day.
ArgenttoGold has a range of exquisite vintage-style jewellery to pair with these Edwardian earrings.
Best costume dress
This flattering flapper-style dress is comfortable yet sparkling with beads and sequins. If you have a themed party or occasion to attend, this is a great choice for a 'Roaring 20s' evening dress.
It's available in a range of sizes and four colourways. A customer said that they bought this dress for a themed night on a cruise, and it was perfect. Reviews indicate that customers' expectations were surpassed by the fit of the dress, its quality and that it looked expensive.
Best Downtown Abbey evening dress
Perfect for evening wear or formal gatherings, we love this elegant vintage flapper-style dress, available in sizes S-3XL and in four colourways. It's effortlessly flattering with cap sleeves, beautiful art deco pattern, and scallop hemline. We think we'll be getting this one for ourselves!
This Amazon's Choice recommended product has over 1,440 reviews rating it 4.6 out of 5. Customers are so impressed with the quality and fit of this dress. It's flattering on a range of body shapes and exceeds its price-point.
Gift a Downton Abbey experience
Fancy gifting your partner or parent a memorable experience? Take a loved one on the Downton Abbey London Walking Tour or visit Highclere Castle, where Downton Abbey was filmed. Visit the grounds, take a tour, and even enjoy a 'Champagne Afternoon Tea at the Castle'.
Lily Anderson has contributed to various Bauer Media brands such as Mother&Baby Yours, What’s The Best, Closer, heat and Spirit and Destiny as a Deputy Commercial Content Editor since 2019 and currently works at CPSL Mind as a Deputy Campaigns and Communications Manager.