# Secret Santa mugs > The best Secret Santa mug is funny teacup mug, book lover mug or bone china rounded mug. 18 hand-picked gifts, from £3.95 to £13.95, for coffee fans, nature lovers and cosy nights in. For Christmas, order Standard dispatch gifts by noon on Wednesday 9 December and Same-day dispatch gifts by noon on Thursday 17 December. - Published by Next Day Gifts: 2026-11-05; last reviewed 2026-11-05 - URL: https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/guides/secret-santa-mugs ## Key points - The Funny Teacup Mug has a playful warning design and holds 360 ml, so it suits colleagues, flatmates and tea lovers. - The Bone China Rounded Mug holds 500 ml and has a contrasting red handle, a good match for coffee lovers and colleagues. - Pick the Mug and Socks Set, Leaping Hare for someone who loves winter nights in. It pairs a 500 ml mug with matching polyester socks. - For outdoor fans, the Enamel Camping Print Mug holds 550 ml, with a woodland pattern of trees, logs, tea kettles and caravans. - Once a parcel's gifts reach £40, its standard delivery is free on most gifts. ## How did we choose these gifts? We hand-picked every gift in this guide from the range we stock. We chose each one for who it suits and what it does, so you can match the mug to the person in your Secret Santa draw. Some are funny, some are nature-inspired and some are a little bit quirky. We kept a mix of kinds and budgets too, from playful designs and nature prints to winter sets and zodiac mugs. Whatever the person in your draw likes, there is a mug here that suits them. Want to see more? Browse every gift in our [Mugs](/novelty-mugs) range, or try [Secret Santa gifts](/secret-santa-gifts) and [Mug and socks gift sets](/mug-and-socks-gift-sets). ## Which fun, quirky mugs work well for a Secret Santa? Mugs with a playful message or a fun shape make a great Secret Santa gift. These four each bring something different, from a bookish slogan to a bucket-shaped mug with a spade spoon. Each one is a mug with a fun look that's easy to share. ### [Book Lover Mug: My Weekend Is Fully Booked](/products/my-weekend-is-fully-booked-mug) (£5.95) Hand-picked for them, this ceramic mug reads My Weekend Is Fully Booked, a cheeky message for book lovers who prefer a quiet night in. It holds 350 ml, so there's plenty of room for a good cuppa. Hand wash only, and not for the microwave. The slogan does all the talking, which makes it a fun pick for teachers and readers. *Best for: Book lovers and teachers.* ### [Funny Teacup Mug, Drink At Your Own Risk Gift](/products/drink-at-your-own-risk-mug) (£9.95) A fun way to say thank you to a colleague or flatmate, this oversized, teacup-shaped mug carries a playful Drink at Your Own Risk design. It's ceramic and holds 360 ml. Handwash only, and not suitable for microwave use. Its warning is aimed at anyone who guards their cup, so the joke is ready to share as soon as it's unwrapped. *Best for: Colleagues and tea lovers.* ### [Bone China Rounded Mug, My Blood Type Is Coffee](/products/my-blood-type-is-coffee-rounded-mug) (£9.95) Thoughtful without being fussy, this rounded new bone china mug says My Blood Type Is Coffee. The red handle contrasts with the cup, and it holds 500 ml. It's dishwasher and microwave safe, so cleaning up is simple. It's a sweet pick for coffee lovers, vampire fans and colleagues. It comes in a picture box, so it's ready to give as it is. *Best for: Coffee fans and vampire fans.* ### [Spade Spoon Bucket Shaped Mug, Seaside Gift](/products/bucket-shaped-ceramic-mug-with-spade-spoon) (£9.95) Something they'll show off: this vibrant blue ceramic mug is shaped like a bucket. It comes with a red spade-shaped spoon, and the set is inspired by sandcastles, buckets and spades. The mug weighs 250 g and comes in a colour cardboard box. It's a cheerful choice for seaside fans, and the spoon adds a playful finish. *Best for: Seaside fans and beach lovers.* - [Book Lover Mug: My Weekend Is Fully Booked](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/my-weekend-is-fully-booked-mug): £5.95 - [Funny Teacup Mug, Drink At Your Own Risk Gift](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/drink-at-your-own-risk-mug): £9.95 - [Bone China Rounded Mug, My Blood Type Is Coffee](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/my-blood-type-is-coffee-rounded-mug): £9.95 - [Spade Spoon Bucket Shaped Mug, Seaside Gift](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/bucket-shaped-ceramic-mug-with-spade-spoon): £9.95 ## Which nature and animal mugs suit outdoor lovers? The enamel camping mug suits outdoor lovers best, with its woodland print of trees, logs, kettles and caravans. The pond, owl and fairy mugs also suit nature fans, each with its own animal or garden charm. Here is how each one suits. ### [Mug, Pond Print Ceramic Gift for Nature Lovers](/products/pond-print-mug) (£5.95) A great gift idea for them if they love wildlife by the water. This ceramic mug holds 350 ml and is covered in an all-over print of frogs, lily pads, dragonflies and koi fish. It is dishwasher and microwave safe, which keeps care simple. It comes in a colour cardboard box, ready to pass across the Secret Santa table. *Best for: Frog fans and nature lovers.* ### [Iridescent Owl Shaped Mug, Gift for Night Owls](/products/owl-shaped-iridescent-mug) (£11.95) Something they'll show off the moment it's unwrapped. This ceramic mug is shaped like an owl, with a dreamy iridescent glaze that shines on the outside. It holds 320 ml and weighs 405 g, and it comes in a colour cardboard box. Care is hand wash only, with no microwave. It makes a playful gift for night owls and owl fans. A quirky pick that's as fun to look at as it is to use. *Best for: Night owls and owl fans.* ### [Rounded Mug, Fairy Folklore Print Gift](/products/fairy-folklore-print-rounded-mug) (£9.95) Practical and pretty, this rounded ceramic mug holds 500 ml and carries a whimsical garden fairy print. Its softly curved shape and comfortable handle make it pleasant to hold. It is dishwasher and microwave safe, which keeps care simple, and it comes in a colour cardboard box. A sweet pick for a friend or sister who loves garden magic, with a fairy design they'll enjoy every day. *Best for: Fairycore fans and gardeners.* ### [Enamel Camping Print Mug, Campers Gift](/products/camping-print-enamel-mug) (£6.95) Ideal for anyone who loves the outdoors, this enamel mug is made of metal and holds 550 ml. Its woodland print shows trees, logs, tea kettles and caravans, which is a fun nod to camping life. It weighs 167 g and comes with a hang tag, so it is ready to give. Hand wash only, with no microwave and no open flame, so keep those care rules in mind. A cheerful camp-themed gift that works well for a birthday. *Best for: Campers and outdoors lovers.* - [Mug, Pond Print Ceramic Gift for Nature Lovers](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/pond-print-mug): £5.95 - [Iridescent Owl Shaped Mug, Gift for Night Owls](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/owl-shaped-iridescent-mug): £11.95 - [Rounded Mug, Fairy Folklore Print Gift](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/fairy-folklore-print-rounded-mug): £9.95 - [Enamel Camping Print Mug, Campers Gift](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/camping-print-enamel-mug): £6.95 ## Which moon, space and winter mugs suit stargazers? Three mugs suit stargazers best: a moon print mug, a solar system mug and a hare mug with socks for winter nights in. Each one brings a night-sky theme to everyday drinks, so they're easy to pick for a Secret Santa where you want something personal without overthinking it. ### [Moon Print Mug, Blue Gift for Moon Lovers](/products/blue-moon-print-mug) (£5.95) A gift that fits on any shelf, this rounded ceramic mug carries a blue moon print that's easy to love. It's a good pick for a moon lover or for anyone who enjoys dreamy mornings. It holds 500 ml, so there's room for a generous cup of tea or coffee. It's microwave safe and dishwasher safe, so it's as practical as it is pretty. *Best for: Moon lovers and dreamy mornings.* ### [Heat Changing Solar System Mug for Space Fans](/products/solar-system-heat-changing-mug) (£6.95) Made to be noticed, this black ceramic mug shows a solar system design with twinkling stars. It's a heat changing mug, so the design lights up as the mug warms. It holds 500 ml, which suits tea and coffee drinkers as well as space fans. Just hand wash it, as it isn't safe for the microwave. It's a fun pick for a stargazer on your list. *Best for: Space fans and tea drinkers.* ### [Mug and Socks Set, Leaping Hare Gift for Her](/products/leaping-hare-mug-and-socks-set) (£9.95) If they love tea, this is the one. A ceramic mug with a moonlit hare design comes with matching polyester socks, so it's two gifts in one. It's a lovely pick for a laid-back winter night in. It holds 500 ml and is safe in the microwave and dishwasher, and it comes in a colour cardboard box. *Best for: Tea lovers on laid-back winter nights.* - [Moon Print Mug, Blue Gift for Moon Lovers](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/blue-moon-print-mug): £5.95 - [Heat Changing Solar System Mug for Space Fans](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/solar-system-heat-changing-mug): £6.95 - [Mug and Socks Set, Leaping Hare Gift for Her](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/leaping-hare-mug-and-socks-set): £9.95 ## Which playful designs suit a friend with a bit of quirk? Three playful mugs suit a friend with a bit of quirk: a bubble tea design, a retro 80s print and a heart-handled mug. What ties them together is personality, since each is a 350 ml ceramic mug with a design that hints at their taste. ### [Lidded Kawaii Bubble Tea Mug, Gift for Boba Fans](/products/kawaii-bubble-tea-lidded-mug) (£13.95) Sure to raise a laugh, this ceramic mug is styled like a bubble tea drink, with a domed lid and a pastel pink straw. It holds 350 ml and comes in a colour cardboard box with a hexi wrap, which makes it a neat choice for bubble tea fans and kawaii lovers. Every sip comes with a smiling face that's hard to ignore. *Best for: Bubble tea and kawaii fans.* ### [Ceramic Mug, Retro 80s Print for Coffee Lovers](/products/retro-80s-print-mug) (£3.95) A clever pick when you're stuck, this ceramic mug is covered in cassette tapes, bikes, headphones and gaming icons. It holds 350 ml and is safe for both the microwave and the dishwasher, so it fits easily into everyday use. It's a fun match for 80s fans, gamers and coffee lovers who enjoy a bit of nostalgia. Every coffee break becomes a little trip back in time. *Best for: Gamers and nostalgia lovers.* ### [Ceramic Mug with Heart Handle, For My Best-Tea](/products/for-my-best-tea-mug-with-heart-handle) (£9.95) An easy win for a best friend's birthday, this ceramic mug has a heart-shaped handle that makes it feel warm and personal. It holds 350 ml and is safe for both the microwave and the dishwasher, so it's as practical as it is sweet. It's also a lovely choice for Galentine's Day, and the name For My Best-Tea is a cheeky way to say you care. *Best for: Best friends and Galentine's Day.* - [Lidded Kawaii Bubble Tea Mug, Gift for Boba Fans](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/kawaii-bubble-tea-lidded-mug): £13.95 - [Ceramic Mug, Retro 80s Print for Coffee Lovers](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/retro-80s-print-mug): £3.95 - [Ceramic Mug with Heart Handle, For My Best-Tea](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/for-my-best-tea-mug-with-heart-handle): £9.95 ## Which zodiac mugs make a birthday gift for a friend? All four zodiac mugs in this guide make a birthday gift for a friend, as long as you match their star sign. Each is a colourful ceramic mug holding 500 ml, so it suits tea and coffee lovers. Pick the sign that fits your friend best. ### [Aquarius Zodiac Mug](/products/zodiac-zest-aquarius-mug) (£7.95) A colourful choice for an Aquarius friend, this ceramic mug has a bright Aquarius design and holds 500 ml, which is room for a big cup of tea or coffee. It weighs 385 g and comes in a colour cardboard box, so it is ready to give. Hand wash only, and do not microwave it. Its quirky design is what makes it stand out on any kitchen shelf. *Best for: Astrology fans who love colour.* ### [Aries Zodiac Mug](/products/zodiac-zest-aries-mug) (£7.95) Something a little different for an Aries friend, this ceramic mug is a fun birthday pick. It holds 500 ml and weighs 385 g, so it feels solid in your hand. It comes in a colour cardboard box, which makes it simple to give. Hand wash only, and keep it out of the microwave. Its colourful Aries design is the reason to pick it over a plain mug. *Best for: Aries friends who love fun.* ### [Cancer Zodiac Mug](/products/zodiac-zest-cancer-mug) (£7.95) Hand-picked for them, this ceramic Cancer mug suits a caring friend with a birthday coming up. It holds 500 ml, so there is room for a good, long cup of tea or coffee. It weighs 385 g and comes in a colour cardboard box. Hand wash only, and do not microwave it. Its colourful Cancer design is what makes it a thoughtful gift and easy to spot on any kitchen shelf. *Best for: Caring friends with a birthday.* ### [Capricorn Zodiac Mug](/products/zodiac-zest-capricorn-mug) (£7.95) Fun to give and useful every day, this ceramic Capricorn mug is a practical birthday gift for an ambitious friend. It holds 500 ml, which is a good size for a morning coffee at the desk. It weighs 385 g and comes in a colour cardboard box. Hand wash only, and do not microwave it. Its colourful Capricorn design gives an everyday mug a bit of personality at work. *Best for: Office workers and coffee lovers.* - [Aquarius Zodiac Mug](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/zodiac-zest-aquarius-mug): £7.95 - [Aries Zodiac Mug](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/zodiac-zest-aries-mug): £7.95 - [Cancer Zodiac Mug](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/zodiac-zest-cancer-mug): £7.95 - [Capricorn Zodiac Mug](https://nextdaygifts.co.uk/products/zodiac-zest-capricorn-mug): £7.95 ## Our secret Santa mugs compared Every pick at a glance: who it suits best and how it is sent. | Gift | Best for | Delivery | |---|---|---| | [Book Lover Mug: My Weekend Is Fully Booked](/products/my-weekend-is-fully-booked-mug) (£5.95) | Book lovers and teachers | Same-day dispatch | | [Funny Teacup Mug, Drink At Your Own Risk Gift](/products/drink-at-your-own-risk-mug) (£9.95) | Colleagues and tea lovers | Same-day dispatch | | [Bone China Rounded Mug, My Blood Type Is Coffee](/products/my-blood-type-is-coffee-rounded-mug) (£9.95) | Coffee fans and vampire fans | Same-day dispatch | | [Spade Spoon Bucket Shaped Mug, Seaside Gift](/products/bucket-shaped-ceramic-mug-with-spade-spoon) (£9.95) | Seaside fans and beach lovers | Same-day dispatch | | [Mug, Pond Print Ceramic Gift for Nature Lovers](/products/pond-print-mug) (£5.95) | Frog fans and nature lovers | Same-day dispatch | | [Iridescent Owl Shaped Mug, Gift for Night Owls](/products/owl-shaped-iridescent-mug) (£11.95) | Night owls and owl fans | Same-day dispatch | | [Rounded Mug, Fairy Folklore Print Gift](/products/fairy-folklore-print-rounded-mug) (£9.95) | Fairycore fans and gardeners | Same-day dispatch | | [Enamel Camping Print Mug, Campers Gift](/products/camping-print-enamel-mug) (£6.95) | Campers and outdoors lovers | Same-day dispatch | | [Moon Print Mug, Blue Gift for Moon Lovers](/products/blue-moon-print-mug) (£5.95) | Moon lovers and dreamy mornings | Same-day dispatch | | [Heat Changing Solar System Mug for Space Fans](/products/solar-system-heat-changing-mug) (£6.95) | Space fans and tea drinkers | Same-day dispatch | | [Mug and Socks Set, Leaping Hare Gift for Her](/products/leaping-hare-mug-and-socks-set) (£9.95) | Tea lovers on laid-back winter nights | Same-day dispatch | | [Lidded Kawaii Bubble Tea Mug, Gift for Boba Fans](/products/kawaii-bubble-tea-lidded-mug) (£13.95) | Bubble tea and kawaii fans | Same-day dispatch | | [Ceramic Mug, Retro 80s Print for Coffee Lovers](/products/retro-80s-print-mug) (£3.95) | Gamers and nostalgia lovers | Same-day dispatch | | [Ceramic Mug with Heart Handle, For My Best-Tea](/products/for-my-best-tea-mug-with-heart-handle) (£9.95) | Best friends and Galentine's Day | Same-day dispatch | | [Aquarius Zodiac Mug](/products/zodiac-zest-aquarius-mug) (£7.95) | Astrology fans who love colour | Same-day dispatch | | [Aries Zodiac Mug](/products/zodiac-zest-aries-mug) (£7.95) | Aries friends who love fun | Same-day dispatch | | [Cancer Zodiac Mug](/products/zodiac-zest-cancer-mug) (£7.95) | Caring friends with a birthday | Same-day dispatch | | [Capricorn Zodiac Mug](/products/zodiac-zest-capricorn-mug) (£7.95) | Office workers and coffee lovers | Same-day dispatch | ## When should I order for Christmas? Order early for the widest choice. These are our last order dates for Christmas delivery for the gifts in this guide: | Gifts marked | Last order for Christmas | |---|---| | Same-day dispatch | noon on Thursday 17 December | Gifts from the same place share one parcel, from £3.19 each (some items travel free), and once a parcel's gifts reach £40, that parcel's standard delivery is free on most gifts. Every product page shows the expected delivery dates before you pay, and our [Christmas delivery dates guide](/guides/christmas-delivery-dates) has every date in one place. ## Ready to choose? For a Secret Santa, pick a playful mug that suits the person: funny teacup and bone china coffee mugs for colleagues, and owl or fairy print mugs for quirky friends. Pick your favourite above, add a free e-card with your message, and we'll send it straight to them. More ideas: [Secret Santa gift ideas under £15](/guides/secret-santa-gift-ideas) · [Funny Secret Santa gifts for adults that are kind](/guides/funny-secret-santa-gifts) · [Secret Santa gifts under £10](/guides/secret-santa-gifts-under-10). ## Questions ### What is a good Secret Santa mug under £15? The Ceramic Mug, Retro 80s Print for Coffee Lovers is a fun pick. It holds 350 ml and is covered in cassette tapes, bikes, headphones and gaming icons. This guide is built around a budget of up to £15, so you can keep your spend in check. ### What is a good Secret Santa mug for a book lover? The Book Lover Mug: My Weekend Is Fully Booked is a good choice. It is a ceramic mug with the words My Weekend Is Fully Booked, holding 350 ml. It is a fun gift for readers and teachers who prefer a quiet night in. ### What is a good Secret Santa mug for a colleague? The Funny Teacup Mug, Drink At Your Own Risk Gift is a playful pick. It is an oversized, teacup-shaped ceramic mug with a playful warning design, holding 360 ml. The Bone China Rounded Mug, My Blood Type Is Coffee, with its red handle, suits coffee fans too. ### How do you choose a Secret Santa mug when you don't know their taste? Start with an interest you know they have. The Heat Changing Solar System Mug suits space lovers and stargazers, and the Iridescent Owl Shaped Mug suits night owls. The solar mug holds 500 ml and the owl mug holds 320 ml. ### Can you add a message when you send a Secret Santa mug? Yes. Every order can carry a free e-card with your message, emailed to the person you are gifting. The Mug, Pond Print Ceramic Gift for Nature Lovers holds 350 ml and suits tea drinkers and coffee lovers.