Father’s Day on Sunday 21 June is fast approaching, and you can find inspiration for the perfect gift for the dad, stepdad, uncle, pa, pops, grandad or other father figure in your life at Greenwich Market, one of London’s best places to shop.

Sure, dad might enjoy a pint of local bitter and a book on cricket, but he might also be hankering for something different, something unusual, something you perhaps hadn’t considered before. Maybe he’d like a unique piece of pottery, an atmospheric artwork to hang on the wall, or a lovely large block of French cheese from a deli. He might be dreaming of new house plants, eye-catching shirts with fun patterns, or he might want a simple keyring or thoughtful trinket from his little one to carry around with him.

Greenwich Market is the ideal place to browse for fresh ideas and find meaningful gifts that you can’t buy online. Whether you’re after a high-end design or a small item bought on a budget, here’s some present-buying inspiration for dad on Father’s Day.

Fashion

Let dad’s creative side shine with a new item for his wardrobe. Lively, patterned shirts are part of the vibrant and bold range at Karen Gold. There’s no such thing as being too colourful at Happy Socks, where bright pop culture designs bring fun to any outfit. For a darker, more edgy look, check out the sustainable materials in the beanies, tops and hoodies at Supreme Elements. Dads from the ‘80s or ‘90s will love the hit of nostalgia in the pop culture-inspired T-shirt designs at Department of Works, and Plain Bear specialises in hand-printed streetwear with bold, clean lines for a stylish look.

Foodie gifts

If dad is a coffee lover, give him the gift of a quality brew he can enjoy again and again at home with a subscription to specialty beans from independent roaster 15 Grams. Stop by the L’Hexagone deli serving up true French luxury for the gourmand in your life, with a range of fine wines, artisanal cheese and cured meats. Appeal to his sweet side with traditional bon-bons, candies and homemade fudge from Mr Humbug, or with the authentic and unforgettable flavours of the Caribbean from Doreen’s Jamaican Homemade Rum Cakes.

Home design and decor

Pick from an inspiring range of home decor that blends art with functionality at Mercado Alley or linger over the range of beautiful unique handmade ceramics, created by local potters, at Harbour Pots and Jones the Pots. For a vintage gift, check out the ever-changing collection of items at Handbags and Gladrags, where you could find a household treasure that dad will adore. Plant Maniax can complete any houseplant look with designer pots and hand-crafted stands.

Photography and artworks

Len Art stocks artworks and limited edition prints across a range of themes and media – chat to artist Leonard Tan about commissions and make dad’s day with a unique piece created just for him. For a fine art reproduction, check out the sporting-themed illustrations by Drawings from the Best with a focus on motor racing. EDiT is an independent gallery selling everything from small signed prints to high-end pieces, all crafted with care. For something that captures the unique spirit of Greenwich and the local area, don’t miss the evocative images at Sam Warr Photography and the high-quality black and white shots at Chrissy Lutzu Photography & Film.

Budget gifts

From novelty bracelets and necklaces to bookmarks and beaded key chains, Beadoir is the ideal place to find a little memorable something – or even create your own! – for dad to carry around with him. Corrine Creates sells creative trinkets and fun beaded designs. For secondhand fiction and non-fiction books alongside a wide range of DVDs, vinyls and CDs, stop by the Oxfam store.

Don’t forget the card!

Find stationery, craft sets and the perfect Father’s Day card at family-run Postmark or choose from the vibrant designs inspired by nature at Ramola. Greenwich Printmakers Gallery has a whole host of beautiful greeting cards, as well remarkable etchings and lino prints for a thoughtful creative gift. Pops of colour bring all cards to life at Adam Doughty Illustration, with designs inspired by London icons.