1st Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Celebrate Your 1st Anniversary with Unforgettable Experiences

Your 1st anniversary is a milestone worth celebrating in a way that reflects your unique journey as a couple. Whether you're all about heart-racing adventures, food-fuelled memories or something more traditional like paper-themed gifts, there's a perfect 1st wedding anniversary gift just waiting to be unwrapped (and enjoyed). At WonderDays, we believe that the best presents aren't just things – they're memories made together.

1st Anniversary Paper Gifts

The first anniversary is traditionally marked with paper – a symbol of your fresh new chapter and the blank pages ahead. But that doesn’t mean you’re limited to greeting cards or printed photos (though those are lovely too). Why not put a creative spin on the tradition with a paper-themed experience?

Treat your partner to a Watercolour Experience, where you can both explore your artistic side and create something meaningful to take home. It’s personal, thoughtful, and something you'll treasure for years to come. Or for something a little more quirky, the Paper Plant Making Workshop is a fun, eco-friendly twist on the classic bouquet – no wilting, no watering, just beautiful botanical paper art you can keep forever.

These 1st anniversary paper gifts are ideal for couples who value creativity, sentiment and quality time spent learning something new together.

Adventure Anniversary Gifts

If you’re the kind of couple who thinks nothing says "I love you" like a dash of adrenaline, then adventure anniversary gifts are the way to go.

Indoor Skydiving offers all the thrills of jumping from a plane, without the need to actually leap out of one. It’s the perfect balance of safety and excitement – ideal for first-time flyers or those looking to try something bold together. If you'd prefer to keep your feet (mostly) on the ground, then Axe Throwing makes for a hilariously fun date. Bond over a bit of friendly competition and channel your inner Viking – just try not to aim for each other.

Adventure experiences are brilliant 1st anniversary gifts for couples who love doing something out of the ordinary and want a shared memory that’s anything but boring.

Foodie Anniversary Gifts

If your love story is written in wine lists and restaurant reservations, a foodie experience is a deliciously romantic way to mark your 1st anniversary.

The Two-Course Dinner with Optional Wine Pairing is perfect for a low-key yet elegant celebration. With beautiful food and expertly paired wines, you’ll toast to one wonderful year and many more to come. For something hands-on and memorable, the Pasta Making Workshop in London offers a chance to learn the secrets of fresh pasta making together. It’s messy, fun, and ends with a plate of something tasty – what more could you want?

Foodie gifts are the ultimate 1st wedding anniversary gift for couples who know that love is best served with seconds.

Romantic Experiences for Two

Some experiences are just better when shared, and a 1st anniversary is the perfect excuse to indulge in something romantic and unforgettable for both of you.

Few things say “we made it” like a Hot Air Balloon Ride. Drift together above rolling countryside, watching the sunrise or sunset in peaceful silence – it’s a moment of calm that you’ll never forget. Or if you’d rather stay grounded, a luxurious Spa Day for Two is ideal for unwinding and reconnecting. With pampering treatments and serene surroundings, it’s the perfect way to relax after a whirlwind first year of marriage.

These experiences for two are the perfect blend of romance, escapism and shared joy – exactly what a 1st anniversary gift should be.

Whether you're going traditional with 1st anniversary paper gifts, chasing thrills with adventure experiences, bonding over good food, or simply enjoying time together, there's a perfect 1st anniversary gift for every kind of couple. Because no matter how you celebrate, it’s the memories you make together that truly count.