Parents across the UK have received an early Christmas present as Tesco reveals its carefully curated list of the top 10 toys for the festive season, offering valuable guidance for those navigating the busy holiday shopping period.
Expert Guidance for Christmas Shopping
Tesco has collaborated with toy specialists from The Entertainer to compile this year's must-have Christmas list. The selection process focused not only on current popularity and desirability but crucially on affordability, recognising the financial pressures many families face during the holiday season.
Pauline Chisholm, Tesco's Head of Strategy and Partnerships, explained the thinking behind the initiative: "Every parent knows how choosing the right Christmas toy for their youngsters can be a really daunting experience. Our choices, made by experts who live and breathe toys all year long, have been carefully considered and based on the type of toys which have been popular throughout the year."
Film-Inspired Toys Set to Dominate
The experts predict that two film-related toys will feature prominently on children's Christmas lists this year. The Elphaba Doll from the upcoming Wicked: For Good film, scheduled for November release, and the Creeper Construction Kit from this year's Minecraft movie are expected to be particularly sought-after.
"Toys related to films are always popular with youngsters," noted Chisholm, "which is why we've included a Minecraft construction kit and also a doll figure from the forthcoming Wicked film."
Complete Top 10 Toy List for 2025
The comprehensive selection includes toys to excite children of all ages while offering options to suit various budgets, with prices ranging from £8 to £35. Here's the complete list of Tesco's top picks for Christmas 2025:
Wicked Elphaba Doll - £35
A doll representing one of the main characters from the hugely popular Wicked musical.
LEGO Minecraft The Creeper Construction Set - £30
This brings a key character from A Minecraft Movie to children's playrooms through LEGO building.
Gui Gui Beautify Your Slime Cloud Craft Set - £10
A beauty-inspired, scented slime kit that allows children to customise and glam up their creations.
Meccano 2 in 1 Race Car Construction Set - £35
Exclusive to The Entertainer and Tesco, this building set appeals to both children and nostalgic older family members.
Marshmallow Madness Game - £20
A fun game where players compete to eat the most mini marshmallows in 60 seconds using mechanical hands.
Early Learning Centre Wooden Little Town Train Set - £12
Includes over 30 wooden pieces to create a complete town with shops, signposts, trees and people.
Bluey Beach Cabin Playset - £29
Features more than 10 different play pieces including a surfboard, sand castle, BBQ and floatie from the popular TV show.
Snuggle Buddies Seb Sloth Soft Toy - £12
A super soft cuddly toy with fluffy fur and sweet embroidered features, filled with beans to sit upright.
Fuggler Festive Fuggs Gingerbread Man Soft Toy - £8
This 9-inch festive creature made from super soft plush promises chaotic fun while remaining cuddly.
Hot Wheels The Hot Ones Crash Speedway Frenzy Playset - £20
Race two Hot Wheels die-cast cars through a crash zone to be the first through the flipper.
The selection demonstrates Tesco's commitment to helping parents make informed choices during the busy Christmas shopping period while ensuring there are options available for every budget.
