21 London Souvenir Ideas and Great Gifts for Under £10

While a tenner is not a lot of money, it is a reasonable amount to spend on a decent gift, and there are all kinds of gifts from London that can be purchased for less than £10. So if you are looking for presents for friends and family, but keeping your holiday budget in mind, why not consider some of these stylish, fun, yet affordable gifts and souvenirs which are ideal for all occasions and all under £10 each.

All of the following gifts are also available to purchase online, so anyone worldwide can enjoy gifts from London delivered to their door.

1. Enamelled Crystal Union Jack Heart Necklace £6.99

Absolutely stunning, this sturdy metal heart-shaped pendant features a Union Jack with red, white & blue glossy enamel and a crystal floral design. It also comes with an 18” chain, lead and nickel free, and will not tarnish or give the receiver an allergic reaction, making this necklace a long-lasting British gift. Jewellery can be worn throughout each day or saved for use on special occasions, however, it will always remind the receiver of you.

2. London Skyline Paperweight & Colour Changing Light Stand

Capture the splendour of the London skyline at night with this intricately designed laser art crystal featuring a collage of London’s most famous monuments including the London Eye, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, St Pauls Cathedral, and Big Ben, combined with modern architecture such as City Hall, Canary Wharf and the Gherkin Tower to name a few. The crystal comes in a blue gift box along with the colour-changing light base, batteries are included and the base can also be used with a power adapter plug (not included).

3. Ty Beanie Hello Kitty with Union Jack Dress £7.99

Hello Kitty fans will go wild for this Union Jack edition of the Ty Beanie Hello Kitty. She looks absolutely adorable in her Union Jack dress and bow, making this an ideal gift from England for children, teenagers and all those who love Hello Kitty. Kawaii!

4. Set of Seven Gold Metal London Souvenir Keyrings

You may not be able to give your true love five gold rings for under ten quid this Christmas, but the good news is you can give seven gold key rings instead. All featuring famous icons of London, including a gold Crown, a Royal Guard, a carriage, a telephone box, a post box, Big Ben & a taxi cab, this souvenir set will be an ideal gift and a great addition to any key ring collection.

5. London Memories Tea Gift Set

Check out these gorgeous collectable tins, which make great London souvenir ideas as the designs feature Big Ben, the Union Jack and a red London Double Decker Bus. Each tin contains 50g of the finest loose English Breakfast tea, Earl Grey tea and English Afternoon tea blends, making this a substantial gift that doesn’t break the bank. Anyone for a cuppa?

6. Large London Souvenirs Snowstorm Globe £6.49

This snowstorm features the most popular London icons, including Big Ben, a red London bus and an old-fashioned telephone box inside a glass globe with glitter and falling snow effect. The resin base is also designed with several London landmarks going all the way around it. Snow globes are fun souvenirs that can be fashioned into some kind of Christmas ornament that can be brought out each year as a pleasant reminder of your holiday. They are perfect for capturing memories of a visit to the Capital during the wintertime and also make an ideal Christmas present.

7. Union Jack Polo Shirt £8.99

If you are looking for something special for the man in your life, why not consider this navy blue polo shirt which is a highly popular item of Union Jack clothing. Made from comfortable 100% cotton with Union Jack embellishment and red embroidered UK motif, this classic fit polo shirt really is the ideal gift for him.

8. Silver Plated Union Jack Charm Bracelet

If you are looking for something for a special lady, she will remember the most precious moments of her trip to London whenever she wears this bracelet, making this an ideal gift for her. The charms include an enamel-painted Union Jack flag bead, a crown bead, two faceted crystal beads, a Tibetan silver rose and a silver-plated, red enamelled London Double Decker Bus dangle bead.

9. Cavallini & Co Set of two A5 London Notebooks £9.95

This set of two A5 London notebooks from the Cavallini & Co. Collection is superb. Book one features 96 acid-free ruled pages and a Union Jack 'Keep Calm and Carry On' war-time slogan poster design on the cover. Book two features 96 acid-free plain pages and a London Underground map design cover. Dimensions 18.5cm x 14cm A wonderful idea for those who like to be organised.

10. Cath Kidston London Zip Purse £6

Not only trendy and attractive, but Cath Kidston cotton zip purses also have a multitude of uses, from holding money, credit cards and travel cards, to make-up, pens, painkillers and other essentials for when you are on the go. It is just the right size for keeping in your handbag.

11. Cath Kidston London Cedar Mug £7.50

Again by Cath Kidston, this bright mug is made to make the mundane, cheerful, the London print is inspired by vintage souvenir prints, and makes a superb mug design indeed. This is an ideal yet affordable gift and perfect for Cath Kidston and London fans alike.

12. Harney & Sons Historic Royal Palaces Tower Of London Tea, 30 Sachets, 75g £9.00

Part of the distinguished collection created especially for the Historic Royal Palaces of England, this unique Tower Of London blend is made from a mixture of Chinese black teas stirred with pieces of dried stone fruit and finished with oil of honey and bergamot. Reminiscent of Elizabethan preserves, this rich tea is flavourful and tempting. This beautifully designed collectable tin contains 30 silken tea sachets.

13. John Lewis London British Butter Biscuits in a Tin, 400g £8.50

This assortment of tasty butter biscuit treats come presented in a London-themed keepsake tin. Everyone fancies a biscuit now and again, making this a foolproof gift idea with a gorgeous collectable tin as well.

14. Hello Kitty For Liberty Art London Sticky Notes £5

Hello Kitty makes another appearance, this time by meeting up with London's iconic brand Liberty. Quintessentially English Liberty art fabrics combine with Hello Kitty vintage design to create one fabulously unique collaboration. With a myriad of uses, everyone loves sticky notes, and by reaching only half of your budget, what’s not to like?

15. Geo. F. Trumper Extract of Limes Shaving Cream Fortnum & Mason £9.50

Trumper’s is recognised as the finest gentleman’s barber in London, and its shaving products are second to none. This soft shaving cream is made with extract of West Indian limes and even the smallest amount creates a rich, luxuriant lather and a refreshing shave.

16. Marks & Spencer Autograph Fragrance London Eau de Toilette 30ml £9.50

Made in Britain, this rich scent evokes the cultural melting pot that is London: lively citrus, warm spice, intense florals and sensual musks combine to create a fabulous, cosmopolitan fragrance. We love London and believe that this perfume is an ideal gift for under £10.

17. Sterling Silver Taxi Charm Gift £9.99

A superb memento, this classic sterling silver taxi cab charm is a renowned symbol of life in London and the hustle and bustle of the city. It can be added to a sterling silver charm bracelet or necklace or used to customise your favourite handbag or purse.

18. Set of 5 London Souvenirs Models from LondonHut.com

This London Souvenir gift set contains five resin replicas of famous landmarks which make a fantastic addition to any model collection.

19. I Love London Notebook, Pen & Keyring Gift Set £6.99 from BulkSouvenirs.com

A great gift set including a notebook, silver top pen with a wavy clip and a metal keyring all sporting the ever-popular I Love London symbol in white set on a black background with a red love heart.

20. Union Jack Camper Van T-Shirt £9.99

Comfortable, classic fit 100% Cotton Graphite T-shirt, design features a Union Jack Campervan in the traditional red, white and blue. The T-shirt comes packed in attractive packaging, which features full-colour images of London, making this an ideal gift.

21. Union Jack UK Flag Shoulder Bag £7.50

Emblazoned with the Union Jack, this fun and funky shoulder bag is made from synthetic fabric and has a flap over the main pocket and a smaller zip-up pocket in the inner lining.

This messenger style bag comes with an adjustable shoulder strap which makes it great for when you are out and about in the city and serves as a great gift idea for anyone else who would love to make a statement with this fashionable Union Jack bag.