Lord of the Rings Gifts for Him
By Tom James
Finding gifts for the Tolkien fan in your life means looking beyond another film boxset — think desk pieces, maps and statues that bring Middle-earth into everyday spaces. Whether he's a Fellowship purist or a lore-obsessed reader, there's something here to suit.
This guide gathers map prints, deluxe editions, sculpted statues and quiet desk companions for the LOTR devotee who already owns the trilogy on repeat. Each piece nods to a different corner of Middle-earth, from Mordor to the Grey Havens, for a gift that feels genuinely considered.
1. Magic The Gathering: The Hobbit (Bundle: 1 Pcs)
Lord of the Rings — £69.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A full Magic: The Hobbit bundle for the fan who wants to actually play in Middle-earth, not just display it. A cracking pick for the tabletop gamer who loves Tolkien lore woven into strategy.
2. Lord Of The Rings: Desk Mat: Middle Earth Map
Lord of the Rings — £12.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Middle Earth map desk mat turns any gaming or work setup into a small tribute to Middle-earth, keeping his desk practical and unmistakably Tolkien.
3. Lord Of The Rings: Journal: Map Of Middle Earth
Lord of the Rings — £24.29 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A handsome Map of Middle Earth journal gives him somewhere to jot notes, routes or ideas, styled after Tolkien's own cartography — a thoughtful desk piece for writers and planners alike.
4. Magic The Gathering: The Hobbit (Scene Box: 1 Pcs)
Lord of the Rings — £41.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Scene Box brings a slice of The Hobbit's world to the table, ideal for the Magic player who wants his Middle-earth obsession to double as game night.
5. The Lord Of The Rings: Statue: Sauron
Lord of the Rings — £30.60 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A striking Sauron statue makes a bold, unmissable centrepiece for any shelf, perfect for the fan who wants Middle-earth's darkest figure watching over his display.
6. Lord Of The Rings: Bookends: Gates Of Argonath
Lord of the Rings — £62.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
These Gates of Argonath bookends recreate one of Middle-earth's most iconic landmarks, holding his Tolkien collection — or any books — in suitably grand style.
7. The Lord Of The Rings: Art Print: Gandalf Vs The Balrog
Lord of the Rings — £9.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
The Gandalf vs the Balrog art print captures one of the trilogy's most dramatic moments, an easy way to add Middle-earth to his walls without overwhelming the room.
8. The Lord Of The Rings: Art Print: The Fellowship's Journey
Lord of the Rings — £9.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Fellowship's Journey print traces the group's path across Middle-earth, a lovely narrative piece for fans who love the books' geography as much as the story.
9. The Lord Of The Rings: Tarot & Guidebook (Hardcover)
Lord of the Rings — £17.49 at Forbidden Planet. View details
The Lord of the Rings Tarot & Guidebook offers a different way into Tolkien's world, blending mysticism and lore for the fan who enjoys a more reflective gift.
10. The Lord Of The Rings: Lamp: Earendil
Lord of the Rings — £29.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
The Earendil lamp casts a soft glow inspired by Middle-earth's guiding star, a gentle desk or bedside addition for fans who love the quieter corners of the lore.
11. Lord Of The Rings: Tankard: Gandalf The Grey
Lord of the Rings — £39.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
This Gandalf the Grey tankard suits the fan who likes his Middle-earth memorabilia functional, ideal for raising a toast to the Fellowship.
12. The Hobbit: Deluxe Edition (Hardcover)
Lord of the Rings — £105.00 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A deluxe hardcover edition of The Hobbit makes a superb keepsake for the reader who wants Bilbo's journey presented in a format worthy of Middle-earth's origins.
Lord of the Rings Gifts for Him FAQs
What is a good Lord of the Rings gift?
Something that acknowledges how long he has been a fan. Most Tolkien readers are well past needing another film tie-in, so a well-sculpted figure, a game with depth, or a piece that works as an object in a room lands better.
Are Weta figures worth the price?
Weta Workshop made the props and armour for the films, and it shows in the sculpting and paintwork. The Mini Epics line is stylised rather than screen-accurate, which is a deliberate choice and a clear step above mass-market figures.
What about a Lord of the Rings gift for someone who has everything?
The Sting sword lamp gets a reaction even from fans who thought they were past merchandise — it glows blue and works as an actual light, which most replica props do not manage.
Does the War of the Ring expansion work on its own?
No. It is an expansion and requires the War of the Ring base game to play. Only buy it if you know he already owns that — otherwise the Magic: The Gathering Tales of Middle-earth bundle is standalone.