60th Birthday Gift Ideas for Dad: Personalised Word Art Prints
Quick answer: the best 60th birthday gift for Dad is a personalised word art print themed around his hobby, filled with your own words about him. Digital downloads start at £9.99 and arrive instantly, unframed prints start at £9.99, and framed A4 prints start at £22.99. It is a gift that says “I know exactly who you are”, which is hard to do with a bottle or a shirt.
Updated October 2026
Turning 60 is a milestone, and a dad who “doesn’t want a fuss” often still keeps the one gift that was clearly written for him. The ideas below are built around the things he actually enjoys, from the golf course to the riverbank. You can browse the wider range in our sports and fitness word art prints.
Need it today?
If the birthday is close, every print can be a digital download that arrives instantly, from £9.99. You can print it at home or at a local print shop the same day, and you get a free preview before you buy. Framed and unframed prints are posted (framed prints ship within 3-5 working days in the UK), so they suit buyers with a bit more time. For more quick options, see our guide to last minute gifts for Dad.
In this guide
- Gift ideas for a golfing dad
- Gift ideas for a cycling dad
- A gift for a dad who loves fishing
- A gift for a musical dad
- A gift for a dad who keeps fit with yoga
- A gift for parents celebrating together
- Comparison table of 60th birthday prints
- What words to put on a 60th birthday print
- How it works
- FAQ
What do you buy a golfing dad for his 60th?
If Dad plans his week around his tee time, a golf print is an easy win. The Personalised Golf 60th Birthday Word Art Print (from £9.99) is made with your own words, so it can carry his nicknames, his favourite courses and the jokes that come up after a bad round. There is a second golf design too, the Personalised Golf 60th Birthday Word Art Print, also from £9.99, if you prefer a different look. Preview both and choose the one that feels more like him.
This suits dads who have more golf towels and ball markers than they will ever use. A print for the study, the garage or the clubhouse wall is something different. If golf is his main passion, our guide to golf gifts for Dad has more ideas to go with it.
What is the best 60th birthday gift for a cycling dad?
For the dad who is out on the road at weekends, the Personalised Cycling 60th Birthday Word Art Print (from £9.99) is a good match. Fill it with the routes he is proudest of, the climbs he complains about and the names of his riding group. It works well hung near the bike storage or in a home office.
There is also a design for the women in your family: the word art print of a female cyclist 60th (from £9.99). If Mum is the cyclist, or you are buying for both parents, it makes a good pairing. For more on this theme, read our cycling gifts for men and milestone birthday ideas.
What can you give a dad who loves fishing?
The Fisherman 60th word art print (from £9.99) is made for the angler who has all the kit already. Put his best catches, favourite stretches of water and the patience that has taught everyone around him something. It looks right in a shed, a hallway or beside the rod rack, and it gives him a reason to retell the story of the one that got away.
Is there a good gift for a dad who plays guitar?
Yes. The Guitar 60th word art (from £9.99) suits a dad who has been strumming for decades, whether in a band or just in the living room. Use the names of songs he always plays, the bands that shaped him and the places he performed. It is a nice touch for a music corner or a spare room studio.
What about a dad who keeps fit with yoga?
Not every 60th birthday dad is on a golf course. If he has taken up yoga for flexibility and calm, the Personalised yoga 60th word art (from £9.99) is a thoughtful choice. Words like balance, patience and strength suit it well, along with the studio or park where he practises.
What if Mum and Dad are celebrating together?
If the 60th is really a joint celebration, the Personalised 60th anniversary word art (from £9.99) is worth a look. It is built around a couple’s shared story, so it suits a diamond anniversary or any occasion where the gift is from the whole family to both parents.
Comparison: 60th birthday word art prints for Dad
| Product | Best for | Example words to include | From price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personalised Golf 60th Birthday Word Art Print | Golf-mad dads | Birdie, fairway, favourite course, nicknames | £9.99 |
| Personalised Golf 60th Birthday Word Art Print | Golfers who want a different design | Clubhouse, tee time, playing partners | £9.99 |
| Personalised Cycling 60th Birthday Word Art Print | Road and weekend cyclists | Routes, hills, riding group names | £9.99 |
| Fisherman 60th word art print | Anglers | Favourite lake, best catch, patience | £9.99 |
| Guitar 60th word art | Musical dads | Favourite songs, bands, gigs | £9.99 |
| Personalised yoga 60th word art | Dads who practise yoga | Balance, calm, strength, studio name | £9.99 |
| Personalised 60th anniversary word art | Couples celebrating together | Names, wedding year, places, memories | £9.99 |
What words to put on a 60th birthday print for Dad
The words are what turn a nice print into a gift he keeps. Aim for specific, short words rather than long sentences, and mix his qualities with places and memories. Here are three starting points.
Example 1: the golfer
- Dad, Grandad, Captain
- Patient, funny, competitive, generous
- The name of his home course
- Hole in one (if he has one, or is still hoping)
- Sixty, 1966 (or his birth year)
- Saturday mornings, nineteenth hole
Example 2: the cyclist
- Dad, Grandad, Road Captain
- Determined, steady, always first up the hill
- The names of his riding friends
- A favourite route or a ride he completed
- Sixty and still climbing
- Sunday ride, coffee stop
Example 3: the all-rounder
- Dad, Grandad, Husband
- Kind, reliable, wise, funny
- Places that matter: the family home, a favourite holiday spot
- Names of children and grandchildren
- Advice he always gives, in a single word, such as “patience”
- Turned 60 in 2026
A tip: ask a sibling or Mum to suggest words too. Often the best ones are things only the family would know.
How it works
- Choose a print that fits Dad’s hobby or personality.
- Design it with your own words: names, dates, memories, qualities and places.
- Preview it free before you commit.
- Get it your way: an instant digital download, or a printed or framed print delivered. Framed prints ship within 3-5 working days in the UK, and 7-15 days internationally.
Prices start at £9.99 for a digital download or an unframed print. A framed A4 print starts at £22.99, and a framed A3 print starts at £30.99. For more general inspiration, see our 10 unique and thoughtful gift ideas for your dad.
FAQ
What is a good 60th birthday gift for a dad who says he wants nothing?
Choose something personal rather than something to use up or store. A word art print built from your own memories and his best qualities gives him something to keep, and it costs from £9.99. Pick a design that matches a hobby he already loves so it feels like it was made for him.
Can I get a 60th birthday gift for Dad quickly?
Yes. Every print can be a digital download that arrives instantly, from £9.99. You can print it at home or at a local print shop the same day, and you see a free preview first. Framed and unframed prints are posted, with framed prints shipping within 3-5 working days in the UK.
How much do personalised 60th birthday prints cost?
A digital download starts at £9.99 and an unframed print also starts at £9.99. Framed A4 prints start at £22.99 and framed A3 prints start at £30.99. The price you pay depends on the format you choose, not on how many words you add.
What should I write on a 60th birthday print for Dad?
Use a mix of his qualities, shared memories and places that matter to him. For example, words like patient, funny and generous, the name of his favourite fishing spot, and the year he turned 60. Short, specific words usually look better than long phrases.
Is a framed print or a digital download better for a 60th birthday?
A framed print is ready to hang and feels more like a finished present, so it suits buyers with a few days to spare. A digital download suits anyone short of time, or anyone who wants to choose their own frame. Both use the same personalised design.
What if my dad’s hobby isn’t on the list?
The shop has over 470 designs, including 130+ dog breeds and 50+ sports, so there is a wide choice beyond the ones in this guide. You can also use the 60th anniversary print if the gift is for a couple celebrating together rather than a birthday.
About Word Art Prints
Word Art Prints is a UK shop making personalised word art prints since 2017. With over 470 designs, every print is made to order with your own words, so no two gifts are quite the same. If you are planning ahead for another occasion, our guide to thoughtful Father’s Day gifts for a dad who has everything is a useful next read.