IT’S that time of year again. The one day when we give our dads a day off from asking for lifts, borrowing money, making fun of their clothes or complaining about their most embarrassing habits.

By now, obviously, we will all have signed, sealed and delivered our Father’s Day cards, have the perfect, personal present wrapped and have a brilliant day out planned. Obviously. Right?

Never fear. If you’ve left it to the last minute, the Evening Mail is here to help you find everything you need to make it a weekend to remember.

Many fathers may joke that the only thing they want to celebrate is a bit of peace and quiet. OK, they may not be joking.

Others may wish they were in Germany, where Vatertag is traditionally celebrated with groups of men going into the woods with a wagon of beer, wines and meats. From there, we understand, the merriment is guaranteed.

Here in Britain, we’re a bit more of a low key bunch. High on our gift lists are tube socks, tool kits and four-packs of lager.

But if you want to make 2017 the year things are a little bit more special, here are a few ways you can make it happen:

Start the day on a high with breakfast in bed:

Treating him to a fry-up is the best way to start the day. The Evening Mail has gone all out this year to help you cook up a culinary storm, by giving you the chance to win a hamper of ingredients worth £25. Plus, we’ve provide you with all the instructions you need. What more could you want?

WIN: M&S food worth £25 to cook your dad a full English breakfast on Father's Day

Pick up the perfect present:

Struggling to think of something other than socks this Father’s Day? We’ve all been there.

You might have to splash out on Next Day Delivery, or many of these options - or near alternatives - are available in Barrow shops such as Boots, Superdrug, Currys, Argos and B&Q. So if you need some inspiration, from gadgets to pampering, here are 12 of the best gift ideas out there for 2017:

1. Polaroid Snap Touch, £159

For a whiff of nostalgia, this next generation Polaroid is hard to beat. Like the old models, the camera prints pictures immediately but with the real advantage of a slot for an SD card so pictures can be stored and printed later, to avoid developing any duffers. Use the print-outs for collages and cards for dads who appreciate the personal touch.

2. Philips Beardtrimmer Series 7000 Vacuum Beard Trimmer, £80

A treat for those who live with the bearded, this trimmer comes with a vacuum attachment to suck up pesky hairs before they carpet the bathroom. The gadget cuts hair to a variety of lengths, so everything from a Salvador Dali, to a Jeremy Corbyn or Ryan Gosling, is catered for.

3. Clean Beauty Co Guy's Grooming Kit, £40

For the guy who prides himself on his facial hair superiority, Clean Beauty Co's Grooming Kit comes with beard balm, a skin serum and a comb.

4. Lush Fresh and Fancy Gift Set, £14.95

Making Father's Day gifting a doddle, every year Lush packs a few firm favourites in snazzy ready-wrapped boxes. New for 2017, Fresh and Fancy contains Olive Brand shower gel, Kalamazoo beard and facial wash and an Avobath bath bomb.

5. Baylis & Harding Black Pepper & Ginseng Record Tin, £25, House of Fraser

If pampering is your Dad’s thing, but you want a more themed approach, there are plenty of options to choose from. “You are Top of the Pops” declares this soapy selection of bathing essentials housed in a retro record player tin.

6. Clarins Grooming Essentials Gift Set, £35, Boots

And if you want to keep him groomed on the road... Featuring four travel-size face and body products in a navy wash bag, this sophisticated set from Clarins is worth £56.

7. Google Chromecast, £30, John Lewis

If a bit of peace and quiet to catch up on boxsets is the thing your dad craves the most, this Google Chromecast should suit. By attaching the dongle to your TV's HDMI port, it'll make your TV smart, mirroring tablets and smartphones onto the telly and enabling streaming as well as terrestrial catch-up services.

8. Ruark R1 MK3 DAB Bluetooth Digital Radio, Walnut, £219.95, John Lewis

When smartphones, tablets, TVs and just about every other device under the sun can be used, you may question the value of a separate radio. This does come with a hefty price tag, but the sound quality is better than you'll have through the aforementioned devices, plus the Bluetooth function means music can be streamed and the USB ports at the back can be used to charge devices.

9. Apple Watch Nike +, £369

At £369, the Apple Watch Nike + is an eye-watering step up from a box of chocs, a four pack of beer and a card from the supermarket, but is a top gift for fitness fanatics if you have a few siblings to share the load. The watch has inbuilt GPS to keep an accurate reading of pace, distance and route during runs and bike rides, plus it provides weather updates, is water-resistant to 50 meters and has a heart rate sensor, as well as the usual messages, apps and notifications.

10. Bosch PSB 1800 LI-2 Cordless Combi Drill with Two 18 V Lithium-Ion Battery, £74.99

Dads who can't resist tinkering with home repairs may appreciate this new compact cordless drill from Bosch. It can drill up to 100m in steel and 30mm in wood, while a second battery means DIY can continue for longer. Drill bits can be changed by hand via a keyless chuck, making it faster and less annoying than changing with a key.

11. Carven L'eau Intense Illustrated Eau de Toilette, £50 for 50ml

Carven L'Eau Intense has had a sweet Father's Day makeover, the sleek white bottle emblazoned with a Dad-style shirt and tie.

12. Boss Bottled Unlimited Eau de Toilette, currently reduced to £30 from £62 for 100ml

How's this for a fragrant deal? Until Father's Day, Boss Bottled Unlimited is better than half price.

Take him for a top day out:

This Father's Day is meant to be a hot one so here are some suggestions of how to make the most of the day and the weather.

1. Lakeland Motor Museum, Old Blue Mill, Backbarrow.

The museum houses a collection of classic cars, motorcycles, bicycles, pedal cars and many more motor related items and memorabilia.

2. John Ruskin Museum, Yewdale, Coniston.

The museum is a memorial to John Ruskin, and a local museum covering the history and heritage of Coniston Water and the Lake District.

3. Cartmel Medieval Village Priory, Old Town Square, Cartmel.

A great way to experience the history of this town in the open air while enjoying the sunshine.

4. Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass.

Historic Castle, Himalayan gardens, blue bell woods, hawk and owl centre, gift shop, play ground and much more. There is enough to keep you all entertained for the full day.

5. Tarn Hows, Coniston.

Not everything has to cost money and because Sunday is meant to be a glorious day why not take a leisurely stroll around Tarn Hows at Coniston, the perfect way to spend quality family time together for free.