Collection: Hobbies & Interests Book Gifts
Delight the enthusiast in your life with one of our hobbies and interests book gifts from our collection of vintage and antique books celebrating pastimes of every kind. We have carefully selected titles for a memorable gift, spanning fishing, sports, gardening, cooking, crafts, collecting and more. Whether your loved one enjoys casting a line, tending to the garden, experimenting in the kitchen or exploring new creative pursuits, our collection offers something special for every passionate hobbyist. From practical guides and illustrated manuals to rare finds and inspiring stories, there is a thoughtful gift for every interest.
Each book can be beautifully wrapped in vintage-inspired brown paper and finished with an elegant black ribbon. You can also add a personal handwritten gift message – just enter your message at checkout and we’ll include it with your gift. These special touches make every present truly unforgettable.
Explore our selection of hobbyist gifts below, perfect for birthdays, special occasions or simply to celebrate a favourite pastime. If you don’t spot the right gift here, visit our full Hobbies & Interests collection for even more inspiring options, or return to our main Gifts collection to discover more unique ideas. Did you know we also offer Book Gifts by Year and J.W.B Books gift vouchers ? They’re ideal when you’d like to mark a special year
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Stanley Gibbons Priced Catalogue of Stamps of the British Empire 1923 Part 1
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Modern Needlecraft, A Practical Guide, Editor Davide C. Minter
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Contemporary Embroidery Design by Joan Nicholson, 1954
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Happy Hunting Ground, Publications of the Texas Folklore Society Number IV, edited by J. Frank Dobie, 1964
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Abbotsford, The Personal Relics and Antiquarian Treasures of Sir Walter Scott, described by The Hon. Mary Monica Maxwell Scott of Abbotsford and Illustrated by William Gibb, 1893
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Trees and Flowers of England and Wales Illustrated Guide by H G. Jameson, 1925
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Drink, the Pleasures of Life series, by Andre Simon, 1948
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A Holiday Fisherman by Maurice Headlam, 1934
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Every Man His Own Gardener by John Halsham, 1904
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Rock Gardens and Rock Plants , Report of the Conference held by the Royal Horticultural Society and the Alpine Garden Society, edited by F. J. Chittenden, 1936
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The Genus Rosa by Ellen Willmott, Vol I-II, 1914, Rare Antique Books
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The Lost Art of Walking, The History, Science, Philosophy, and Literature of Pedestrianism, by Geoff Nicholson, 2008
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A First Book of Embroidery Design by Eva R. Melwon, 1931
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Shooting Game by Michael Kemp, 1972
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Phaidon Guide to Antique Weapons and Armour by Robert Wilkinson-Latham, 1981
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The Art of Golf Antiques, An Illustrated History of Clubs, Balls, and Accessories by Gil King, in cooperation with the USGA museum (Modern Sports History Book)
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Planting the World, Joseph Banks and His Collectors: An Adventurous History of Botany by Jordan Goodman 2020 (Modern Science History Book)
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The A.B.C. of Highland Dancing & Games Directory (Scottish Dance Reference Book, 1994)
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A Gardener's Dictionary of Plant Names, A Handbook on the Origin and Meaning of Some Plant Names by A.W. Smith (Gardening Reference Book, 1971)
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Coins of England & the United Kingdom, Spink Standard Catalogue of British Coins 39th Edition by Spink (Reference Book, 2004)
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Edible Wild Plants & Herbs, A Compendium of Recipes and Remedies by Pamela Michael, The Perfect Companion for Every Budding Forager (Foraging Book, 2010)
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The Curiosities of Ale & Beer, An Entertaining History by John Bickerdyke, 1965
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Orchids, The Royal Family of Plants with Illustrations from Nature by Harriet Stewart Miner, 1885
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Short Sketches Of The Wild Sports and Natural History of The Highlands From The Journals of Charles St. John 1847
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