Gift Ideas For Dad

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EcoSphere

Invented by NASA Scientists, The Ecosphere is the Worlds first totally enclosed Ecosystem - a complete, self contained and self sustaining miniature world encased in glass. It is simply incredible.

The EcoSphere is the result of technology developed at NASA’s research laboratories. NASA scientists were researching self-contained communities for space explorers to live in during long-term space flights. And out of this work came the EcoSphere – an ecosystem of animal and plant life in perfect balance with nature.

It contains active micro-organisms - thats red shrimp and algae to you and me - in a clear ‘soup’ of filtered sea-water. Simply provide the EcoSphere with indirect natural or artificial light and the ecosystem will thrive without needing further attention.

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Futuristic LED Mirror

Super minimalist, actually like something from the distant future. This mirror's simplistic design belies the fact that it displays the time, date and personalised messages with specialised scrolling effects and fonts, controlled remotely or via your PC.

Mirror dimensions: 40cm wide, 65cm high. LED's are a vibrant red colour, wall fixings included.

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USB Microscope

This USB-powered Microscope allows you to zoom in (from 20x to 200x or even up to 400x) on any object. Also its accompanying software lets you record your findings as photos and videos on your PC.

The Microscope can be used either on its stand or by simply holding it in your hand. An internal white LED illuminates objects as well.

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Bottle Cap Tripod

Carrying a tripod with you everywhere it not always possible. The Bottle Cap Tripod solves this problem since it only needs a standard screw-top bottle. This genius device makes your photos as clear and crisp as they possibly can be by stabilising your camera.

It pops on top of the bottle cap, gripping the plastic firmly, then screws into the tripod hole that you’ll find on 99% of cameras.

Then you’re ready to shoot!

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Dumper Racing Experience

The dumper race/skill challenge is exiting and involves co-ordination and nerve.

On average each competitor takes part in two different heats racing against the clock and each competitor, with the fastest times qualifying to reach the final head to head, then on to victory to win the coveted Diggerland goodie pack.

Your dumper experience will last for approximately 2½ hours. There will be up to 30 other people in your group.

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Rouge O2 Electronic Wine Breather

To enjoy most wines you should allow them to breathe or decant at least an hour or more before drinking. But how often do you not have enough time or simply forget... Or maybe unexpected guests arrive? Well now there's a solution. With the Rouge O2 Electronic Wine Breather you can enjoy your wines at their best within minutes of opening.

The fabulous Rouge O2 Electronic Wine Breather works by gently bubbling air through your wine releasing its full bouquet and flavour, cutting the breathing time from an hour to just 1 minute!

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Pen Fishing Rod

This clever little gadget is about the size of a large marker pen at only eight inches long, and yet opens up to become an aluminium alloy 4ft fishing rod, complete with a left and right handed reel (packed separately), a 5lb breaking strain line, and even includes a triple hook spinner. Never again will you be caught short when you spot a fish rise, and it's small enough to carry with you everywhere!

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Vineyard Tour & Wine tasting for Two

Enjoy a tour around one of these amazing vineyards, a fantastic opportunity to experience how a working vineyard and winery operate. Find out how wine is made by the professionals and then try the finished product. The tour will encompass all areas of the vineyard, from the earliest plantings to the latest, as well as many other interesting topics. After you have had a good chance to explore, indulge in some wine tasting followed by a delicious lunch. You will also receive a bottle of wine as a perfect memento of your day.

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Sudoku Loo Roll

Long, strong and entertaining, Sudoku Loo Roll will make those occasional visits a lot more interesting - and if you make a mistake no-one need know, you can just flush it away!

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Aston Martin Thrill

Take the wheel of the simply staggering Aston Martin for a mind blowing high speed blast around the circuit. The roar from the engines belies the composed handling which distinguishes this car from its Italian supercar cousins. British understatement shines through in the subtle contours of the bodywork which combines with the awesome engine to deliver incredible speed in the most luxurious of surroundings. A driving experience not to be forgotten.

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Ultimate Offshore Powerboat Experience

What could be better than yet another weekend out drinking, well powerboating of course!

Fly across the Solent at breakneck speed in not one but two of the fastest boats currently in existence. Take in the pace and agility of these highly responsive racing machines - the Honda Formula 4-Stroke and the Hypercat.

Under expert instruction you'll be able to gain control of these awesome machines and carve up the ocean for virtually a whole day, 10am to 4pm!

Participants must be over 16 years of age, at least 5 ft tall and no more than 17 stone. All boats have comfortable and secure seating, the experience takes place in Southampton.

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20cm Antique Floating Globe

This is not a trick! The globe is not hanging from an invisible thread. It is actually suspended by an impressive electronically controlled magnetic system.

This model has a huge highly detailed 20cm antique style globe and a stylish copper coloured metal frame.

The magnetic head above the globe contains an electro magnet and a magnetic field sensor, and the frame base accommodates the micro-processor and the electronic control components.

The magnetic field sensor records the magnetic field generated by permanent magnets in the globe sphere, and transmits this to the computer. The computer evaluates this data 16,000 times a second and controls the electronic magnets accordingly, accurately moving the globe sphere upwards or downwards.

An additional, permanent magnet in the base holds the sphere safely on the frame when the suspension mechanism is switched off.

This is a superb product, with a heavyweight steel frame and high quality globe.

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Parisian 'La Fee Absinthe'

Want a drink on the wild side? La Fee happens to be at the forefront of the much hyped absinthe renaissance.

Amongst the finest absinthe experiences in the world, La Fee Absinthe displays an unruly provenance, authenticity and quality everyone deserves the pleasure of experiencing now and then.

Traditionally distilled and highly alcoholic (68%) this anise-flavoured spirit derives from herbs which include the leaves of Artemisia absinthum (aka wormwood). Originating from the canton of Neuchatel in Switzerland, this powerful drink became highly popular during the late 19th and early 20th century in France, in particular among Parisian artists and writers.

Experience the exquisite flavour of the much talked about 'Green Fairy' for yourself!

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BBQ Sword

When you want to En Garde your sausage, the BBQ Sword cuts a swathe through more sensible BBQ tools. If d'Artagnan was ever to get into alfresco cuisine, then surely this ludicrous piece of BBQ paraphernalia would be his weapon of choice. Whether you fancy yourself as the fifth musketeer, or perhaps the next Zorro (it strangely comes with a cut-out mask) then there can be no better way to sear your sausage than with this seriously silly sabre.

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Control-A-Woman Remote

A remote control to make her do what you want!

Control buttons include Calm Down, Hurry Up, Stop Nagging and Give Me a Beer.

No batteries required - powered by positive thinking!

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Sudokube

Every newspaper and every magazine has a Sudoku section and there are TV shows, books, internet sites and many more. You name it, they have Sudoku!

Such a craze for a puzzle hasn't been seen since the Rubik's Cube was launched in the 1980's. And Sudoku is proving every bit as popular and should even beat the popularity of the Rubik's Cube in a couple of years. Who'd have thought that could ever happen!

Well imagine what would happen if Sudoku met Rubik's Cube... That would surely be the most popular puzzle of all time!

The Sudokube is effectively a Rubik's cube but made of numbers rather than colours. The idea of the game is to get the numbers 1-9 on each side of the cube. You play in the same way as you do a Rubik's Cube, but need to get the numbers on each side as you would in a Sudoku grid. You've got the best of both games.

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The Original Bradley Smoker

The Bradley Smoker is a unique smoke house sold complete with its accompanying smoke generator in which flavoured bisquettes are burned for 20 minutes each so that the temperature does not fluctuate, thus eliminating the high temperature gases, acids and resins that can distort the flavour of smoked food. It is light enough to carry and is about the size of a small fridge.

The Bradley Smoker makes clean tasting food without any aftertaste. While other smokers need to be tended constantly, the Bradley Smoker automatically produces clean, cool smoke for up to 8 hours safely and without supervision.

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Chain Wine Bottle Holder

Yes it's impractical; yes it only holds a single bottle of wine; and yes, it's liable to scare the pants off anyone who watches Most Haunted. But despite all this the Chain Wine Bottle Holder is one of the most eye-catching vino accessories we've ever seen.

An ideal gift for wine aficionados and lovers of unusual ornaments. The Chain Wine Bottle Holder is destined to become one of the most talked about items in your home. And seeing as it holds but a single bottle you can use it to showcase your favourite Châteauneuf-du- Flash and hide all the cheap plonk in your regular wine rack. Now that's magic!

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