cushion the impact Reminder: Father’s Day. Yes It’s Here Again.

London, United Kingdom, June 12, 2009 --(PR.com)-- To help with the dilemma of what to get him this year, cushion the impact with a number of years experience in the field have some good suggestions for the Dad who is …

… a gardener: How about a half day master class/advice session with professionally trained gardener, Patrick Wagstaff? Whether it’s advice on how, and when to prune, or finding the best spots for those treasured plants where they’ll live and thrive then Patrick’s the man for the job. At a price of £115 in London but if you’re outside of that never fear…he is happy to travel for a fee. Give cushion the impact a call and make the booking.

Or for a gift that can be delivered visit www.theurbangarden.co.uk they stock everything from sleek garden furniture compact enough for smaller gardens and terraces, to funky outdoor lighting, imaginative planters and stylish window boxes to brilliant barbecues and outdoor living accessories – just browse the site and select from the most fashionable products around.

… a food lover: Why not treat him to something different?
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner at Orocco Pier in South Queensferry near Edinburgh is the chance to enjoy a family get-together in fantastic surroundings. Their Father’s Day package includes a complimentary pint of Belhaven Best and, because Dads like surprises too, they would be delighted to organise some special treats such as Champagne, malt whisky triple pack or Molton Brown invigorating black pepper bath and shower products. www.oroccopier.co.uk

Dads eat free at Imli on Father's Day. Created by the team behind Michelin-starred Tamarind and situated in the heart of Soho 167-169 Wardour Street. Enjoy a tasting menu at £14.95 per person, with every Family table of three or more.

… a photographer: Are there lots of family snaps that he’s taken and has been wondering what to do with? Why not make them into a photobook, calendar (there's no need to wait until January… start the calendar any month at all), or make video footage into a flickbook. Check out www.bobbooks.co.uk.

… a petrolhead: Scotland’s National Motor Sport Centre at Knockhill Racing Circuit www.knockhill.com can provide him with the kind of driving experience he’s always dreamed of. Maybe it’s the chance to drive a racing car, take the wheel of a Ferrari 360 Modena, slide a Rally car or get muddy in a 4x4 Jeep. Simply arrive and drive.

South of the border go to http://motorsportvision.co.uk/ for driving experiences at Brands Hatch, Oulton Park and Snetterton.

… a music fan: Has he got lots of vinyl but can’t play it as easily as he’d like? Then treat him to the Numark Tti USB Turntable. Not only can he play the LPs but the software provided lets him upload it to his iPod or hook it to the PC to remove crackles automatically, and if he fancies fiddling about some more there are plenty of other options to keep him busy go to www.numark.com

… a gadget lover: The new Xsight remote control from One For All controls up to 18 different devices from over 1,000 brands including DVD players, HDTV, cable/satellite box, CD Player and computer games centres. The touch screen device can be personalised to make it his remote. The Xsight Colour is £99.99 and the Xsight Touch is £129.99 (SSP). Visit http://www.oneforall.co.uk for more information.

Or is he just too busy full stop? Then a cushion the impact gift voucher will give him just what he needs… the gift of time for himself. Available in any denomination of time from 3 hours for £95, other packages available on request. Let their company take on his to do list and let him put his feet up – or spend more time with the family.

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