Best Lego sets under £50 to gift children and adults this Christmas
For less than £50, Lego is offering a wide range of sets that would be ideal for giving to a Lego fan this Christmas. The Mirror has rounded up some of the best sets available for children and adults, including Disney, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Formula 1, and many more – there really is a set for everyone.
You won’t have to spend a lot of money on your Lego-obsessed loved one this Christmas because the prices start at just £24.99. This may be the last opportunity to acquire some of the underdogs who are labeled “retiring soon.”
A few of the sets are exclusive to the Lego website, while others are ‘ hard to find’. For less than £50, you can purchase the entire set collection here.
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Star Wars Battle Pack – £24.99
This Star Wars set includes 215 pieces, making it suitable for children older than seven. With toy vehicles and recognizable accessories, builders can engage in Clone Trooper vs. Battle Droid combat. A Clone Shock Trooper, three Clone Troopers, three Super Battle Droids, and two Battle Droids are included in the Battle Pack.
One pleased customer praised the set and said, “My son is very pleased with this set… The two booklets have very clear and straightforward instructions. This Lego Star Wars set is a very nice addition to his collection, which he has previously owned. Especially the droids. It’s nice to hear him creating these battles between the figures as he plays with the sets daily.
Retro Roller Skate, Skateboard and Boom Box – £24.99
This retro roller skate can be converted into a skateboard and boom box, which is one of Lego’s most well-liked three-in-1 sets. The colorful set, which includes 342 pieces, was created for children over the age of eight and adults who want to feel nostalgic.
A satisfied customer awarded the set five stars and commented: “Being an 80s roller skate kid, I had to have this. Very nostalgic build. appears pretty on the window sill. I enjoy playing with the wheels when I’m by the window because they move. I find it therapeutic”.
Hogwarts Castle Boathouse – £31.99
With this Lego Set, younger children over eight and adults alike can recreate the iconic scene from Harry Potter and his friends’ arrival at Hogwarts in The Philosopher’s Stone. As well as the Boathouse itself, there are two boats and five characters, including Harry Potter and Professor McGonagall.
Sadly one customer thought the Boathouse set was ‘ overpriced’, however others disagree, with one glowing five-star review reading: “It’s value for money as you can’t beat the quality of real Lego. There is enough of a challenge in the instructions, which are simple to follow. Fantastic for fans of Lego and Harry Potter.
Mini Disney Castle – £34.99
This cute Disney Castle set made up of 567 pieces is one of Lego’s ‘ hard to find ‘ creations. The set, which was created to honor Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary, gives fans a replica of the iconic Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort. It is suitable for children over 12 and adults. It also comes with a vintage-style Mickey Mouse minifigure.
A happy Lego shopper commented: “Lots of fun. Great little structure with some finishing touches inside. Easy to put together. More of a display piece than to play with. Sadly someone else was less impressed, as they noted: “Set and base keeps falling apart, bits are randomly falling off”.
Hogwarts Castle Owlery – £39.99
Another Harry Potter Lego set that’s less than £50 is the Hogwarts Castle Owlery. It comes with 364 pieces, five owls and three minifigure characters – Harry Potter, Argus Filch and Cho Chang. The iconic scene from the animated film Goblet of Fire, where Harry asks Cho to have a Yule Ball, is recreated in the set, which was made for children over eight.
One delighted customer wrote: “This is the first Lego set I’ve ever built, and I absolutely loved every minute of it… I would highly recommend this to anyone, regardless of age”.
Tiny Plants – £44.99
If you have a friend or family member who enjoys gardening or plants, Lego’s Tiny Plants set is undoubtedly the best option for them. Designed for adults, the set comprises 758 pieces and lets you build nine adorable plants, including arid, tropical and even carnivorous species. Each plant is nestled in its own terracotta-coloured plant pot.
A satisfied Lego customer wrote: “This build was a lot of fun. Not too complicated. The final products are really lovely and look good when displayed together or separately.
Wednesday Addams Figure – £44.99
This Wednesday Addams Figure set on Christmas Day will undoubtedly delight Netflix’s Wednesday viewers. The set, which includes 702 pieces, is suitable for children over 10 and allows you to pose the iconic figure in a variety of poses. You can dress Wednesday in her uniform or black dress from the Rave’N Dance, and her loyal sidekick Thing is also included, alongside more fun accessories.
A delighted customer praised Wednesday’s “absolutely adorable statue and a fun build” and gave it five stars. You can choose from two outfits, which I adore.
Aston Martin Safety Car &, AMR23 – £44.99
The Formula 1 2024 season may be over, but fans can get their F1 fix this Christmas with the Aston Martin Safety Car &, AMR23 Lego set. The two 2023 cars can be built with authentic Aston Martin detailing and comes complete with two minifigures. It was designed for children over nine and adults.
Unfortunately, one F1 fan had a problem with the set’s authenticity because they believed the color was “incredibly wrong.” Someone else didn’t agree, though, as they explained: “This is an excellent set for car enthusiasts and Formula 1 fans. Both models are highly detailed, with the AMR23 capturing the sleek, aerodynamic look of a real F1 car, and the Vantage Safety Car featuring the iconic light bar”.
Gabby’s Party Room – £44.99
Lego’s Party Room set allows children over the age of four who love Gabby’s Dollshouse to travel to the beloved TV show’s home. Made up of 252 pieces, the set is ideal for little builders, as it comprises a ready-to-go model in each bag and a large starter brick.
Someone who has already snapped up the set said: “My five-year-old loved this. He had no trouble following the assembly instructions. I liked that each section of the set had its own booklet and small-bag assembly kit.
Captain America vs. Red Hulk Battle – £49.99
For less than £50, Marvel fans can purchase the new Captain America vs. Red Hulk Battle Lego set. Suitable for ages eight and above, the set comprises 223 pieces to build the jet plane and includes four minifigures – Captain America, Falcon, Red Hulk and Ruth Bat-Seraph.
One customer who has already purchased the new set said, “If you’re looking to buy something small for your child who is a fan of the MCU, consider picking up this set because it would be a fantastic addition to any scene you can recreate. Amazing work Lego group”.
The Phantom Menace Brickheadz – £49.99
Two sets of Lego Brickheadz, which are suitable for children over 10, will be retiring soon, round out our list. First up is the Phantom Menace collection which lets you build six iconic characters from the film using 732 pieces – Jar Jar Binks, Anakin Skywalker, Queen Amidala, Captain Panaka, Qui-Gon Jinn and Darth Maul.
One satisfied customer described how straightforward it was to put together. You really get your money’s worth with the six key figures in the box. However, they did go on to say: “I wouldn’t give this to a little kid because of the little parts, but it’s a great gift for a Star Wars fan”.
Prisoner of Azkaban Brickheadz – £49.99
This Brickheadz set is the last one for Harry Potter fans to use to create five Prisoner of Azkaban characters. You can create Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Sirius Black, a Dementor and a Stag Patronus using 697 pieces.
A happy customer wrote, “Fun activity to do with your whole family,” and gave the set five stars. Assembly was simple thanks to the well-presented and excellent instructions. Perfect size, fits anywhere in your home. Be prepared to be wowed by the details”.
You can shop Lego’s full collection of sets for under £50 here. Very and Debenhams are among the other online retailers that sell a wide range of Lego sets, but only exclusive sets can be purchased from Lego.
Source: Mirror
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