Scalextric first appeared in the late 1950s and ever since, many kids have been brought up on this kind of slot car racing. I remember, back in the 80s, having a set in my loft and couldn’t get enough of driving those cars round the track we’d set up. Now you can go back to those days again with a great desktop racing set called Mini Hummer Chase.

With the Desktop Racing Mini Hummer Chase set, which is an official General Motors licensed product, you can bring back all those childhood memories. This set provides many hours of fun for people of all ages and they are not just boys toys.

Included within the set is two H2 SUV hummers plus plunger and controllers. You will also get a range of track pieces in curved and straight varieties, battery box, guard rails, lap counter track, power intake track, start and finish sign posts as well as advertising signs.

This desktop racing set would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves cars and can still remember playing with their Scalextric.

Even though your partner would appreciate anything you bought them for their birthday or special occasion, nothing makes them feel more special than a gift that has been chosen specifically for them. A gift that relates to their interest or hobby and has been well-though-of will work wonders in how they receive the gift. Take a look at some examples of personalised gift boxes you can buy online.

Adopt a Pony Gift Box

This excellent gift will allow someone to realise their lifelong dream of adopting a pony of your choice. You can select an Exmoor pony and register your details. Once you have received your personalised supporter certificate, you are able to visit and ride your pony.

Family History Gift Box

Uncover your family history with this gift box, as you find out more about your surname and your family tree. The information provided is supplied by a top team of heraldic and genealogical researchers. You also get a book to help uncover the origin of your family.

Name a Star Gift Box

With this out-of-this-world gift, you get to name your very own star and call it whatever you like. You will find steps on how to locate your star on the enclosed wall map and you can then register the name of your star using one of the methods detailed in the box. It is that simple.

If you are someone who is fascinated by the planet we live on, or you have an inquisitive teenager who can’t get enough of learning about the Solar System then this excellent gadget is certainly for you.

This glowing globe allows you to take a closer look at all the magnificent places that make up the earth. As you watch this beautiful planet in the dark, it slowly transforms itself, providing an illuminated map of the night sky.

Globe lights up to reveal 80+ Constellations

The Glowing Celestial Globe offers you the chance to see over 80 constellations, activated by a light sensor which detects ambient light. This globe serves a dual purpose, as by day you can view all the countries that make up the earth, while it turns into a nightlight in the dark, revealing the constellations.

The globe is suitable for anyone aged 12 years and over and includes a mains adapter to power the globe. If you are interested in our planet and constellations, this glowing globe of the earth could be the perfect gadget for you, or would make an ideal gift for an older child.

It always seems to happen that when you need something the most you just can’t find it. This is certainly the case with bottle openers. Usually when you are rooting around in a kitchen drawer all you can seem to find is the opener, but when people are round your house for a party, it is nowhere to be seen. Get a bottle opener that is always to hand with these fridge magnets.

Bottle Opener Fridge Magnet

This stainless steel Coca Cola bottle opener is backed with a magnet so it can be stuck on the front of your fridge. The bottle opener will open your bottle in no time at all and keep the party going.

Homer Simpson Fridge Magnet Bottle Opener

Now you can open your bottle of beer with this excellent Simpsons-themed bottle opener. This useful gadget will wow all Homer Simpson fans out there. This fun bottle opener, featuring Homer Simpson in his underpants, is made from quality PVC and can be magnetically attached to your fridge door for ease of storage.

So, make sure you always have a bottle opener to hand with these great fridge magnet bottle openers.

If you are like most people, it is hard to save your money and you spend whatever’s in your wallet. This is where these useful money boxes come in. You can put in all your change and save up for something you really want – be it a new gadget or beer money for the weekend!

Check out these excellent money box choices:

ATM Savings Bank Money Box

This money box provides you with a hole-in-the-wall designed for your home – and just for your own personal use. The bank money box even includes a bank card so you can get out the money saved within using your PIN number! The ATM Bank will recognise the coins and notes you put in and you can set a target amount of cash to save, with the facility to check your balance whenever you so wish.

Beer Fund Money Box

This money box is designed for one purpose – and that is to help you to save enough money for your big night out! The box calculates how much you have put in with a digital display to keep track of your savings. The machine works with coins only and requires 2 x AAA batteries to run.

You can enjoy your music at full blast with this powerful MP3 speaker which is styled like an amp. This 5 Watt MP3 speaker is incredibly versatile and it contains a premium grade speaker unit that will have you rocking out in no time!

The sound produced by the MyTunes MP3 Amp is extremely clear and loud enough so you can party with your friends. There are three controls on the amp which can be used to adjust the volume, bass and treble.

The amp can be used with your computer through the USB cable, while the audio cable will work with most types of MP3 player. The MyTunes Mp3 Amp can then be used as a computer speaker. Alternatively, batteries (3 x AAA) can be put into the amp to power the speaker. This option is great for those occasions when you don’t have a computer nearby, and if you want to use the speaker outdoors.

There are many advantages to using the MyTunes MP3 Amp to provide you with great sound quality and allowing you to rock the party. This flexible speaker is a top choice to take with you anywhere.

As we near the end of February, we can start to look forward to the spring and then summer, which usually means a time when we can start to think about camping again. There is nothing like pitching a tent and enjoying the stars when in the great outdoors. This is also the time of year when there are many top music festivals on like Glastonbury. There is no better way to go camping than with the Frostfire Moontent.

This two person pop up tent is a really convenient way of putting up your tent. Even if you arrive at a festival site in the dark, you have a better chance of putting it up correctly than a tent with many intricate parts to set up. The Moontent is the latest innovation in camping and outdoor shelter.

This instant tent will be up in seconds as all you are required to do is peg it down. The tent is UV coated to give you added sun protection. It is lightweight and durable, so will last you a long time. There is a carry bag included to help you transport it to the campsite.

If you are attending a festival this year, or just fancy a weekend break in the countryside, the Frostfire Moontent is an excellent choice.

Although gadgets and gizmos are generally known as boys toys, there are some brilliant products available for the ladies as well. The most popular of these are accessories for the home; specially designed to make life easier and more comfortable for those enjoying the privacy of their own space.

Bubble Bath Machine
Whether you’re buying a gift for your partner or female relative, or even if you’re looking for an indulgent treat for yourself; the Bubble Bath Machine can be great for helping you unwind. Most people have trouble getting the perfect amount of bubbles in their relaxing bath, but this new, easy-to-install device can provide you with as many bubbles as your heart desires. Simply pop onto the side of the bath, fill with your favourite soap and a little bit of water, and watch the bubbles pour out!

The Mooncosy
There’s been much excitement recently about wearable duvets and blankets – why the heck haven’t they been invented before? The Mooncosy has such a simple design; the softest and cosiest fleece blanket fitted with loose sleeves, enabling you to wear it all around the house and still get on with your day. It’s as comfy as having a lie-in, but you can still get stuff done.

Most people find that novelty gifts are hilariously entertaining on the day of receiving them, but the fun soon wears off. However, if you give novelty gifts and gadgets that will actually be useful, your mischievous surprise will be a complete success. Here are a few examples of fun and functional gift ideas:

• Condiment gun – It may seem like a small thing, but you’d be surprised how furious people get trying to get sauces out of sticky condiment bottles. You can now fill the Condiment Gun with your choice of sauce (or maybe even have a different one for ketchup, mustard etc) and shoot it directly onto your burger or hot dog. This sort of gift is great for any meal and absolutely perfect for barbeques in the summer.
• Beer Burglar Alarm – Perfect for parties or even down the pub, the Beer Burglar Alarm keeps your pint safe from beer thieves! Simply pop the device on the side of your glass, and wait for it to give out a loud, hilarious warning if anyone comes within 12 inches of your beer.
• The Choc-u-lator – This is a real working calculator, it just so happens that it looks and smells like a delicious bar of chocolate. Everyone needs a calculator on hand for those tricky sums, just watch out you don’t find yourself having a little nibble!