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The best quirky and unusual advent calendars for people who don't like chocolate
29 November 2019, 14:40 | Updated: 29 November 2019, 14:43
Don't fancy an edible advent advent calendar this year? We've got you covered...
It's almost December, which means it's now officially time to splash out on your favourite advent calendar.
Gone are the days when these are limited to sub-standard disappointing chocolate - you can now buy everything from vegan to gin to popcorn versions.
And if you don't fancy a food advent calendar, there are plenty of alternative, non-edible and quirky ones on the market to choose from.
Here is our pick of the best.
Bird and Blend tea advent calendar - £36
This adorable calendar allows its owner to try a new tea each day - with the flavours coming in everything from peppermint to the more unusual chocolate digestives. There will be something for even the fussiest tea-lover.
Saje 12 Days of Wellness Advent Calendar - £91
This calendar from Saje doesn't come cheap, but it's just perfect for beauty and wellness-lovers.
It offers a different organic or essential oil - for skin, bath, diffusers etc - each day.
Pet Treat Advent Calendar - Twenty Seven
No longer does your pooch have to miss out on the festive fun, because you can now buy a pet treat advent calendar for your cat or dog.
Each window can be refilled, and the advent calendar comes with your choice of pet treats.
Tether and Float Hair Accessories Advent Calendar - £29.95
This advent calendar comes with a new hair accessory - from scrunchies to hair clips - perfect for any budding fashionistas.
Peppa Pig toy advent calendar - £20
Your little one will just love this adorable Peppa Pig toy advent calendar, which comes with a new festive version of Peppa, George and friends behind each window.
Paperchase 2019 Stationery Advent Calendar - £35
Stationery fans will go wild for this advent calendar, which comes with a different piece of stationery in each window. The worth of its full contents is £50, but you can snap it up now for £35.
Air Wick Candle Advent Calendar - £8.95
This sell-out advent calendar is hugely popular with candle lovers, and we can see why. The super-affordable Amazon product comes complete with 24 miniature scented candles for each day.
Sainsbury’s Home Christmas Spice Advent Calendar - £12
Sainsbury's are this year selling a Christmas spice flavoured tea light advent calendar, that will have your home smelling festive in no time.
The Spicery 12 Curries Of Christmas Advent Calendar - £29.95
Any fans of spice will absolutely love this clever advent calendar from The Spicery. Behind each window is a curry recipe alongside a new spice.
