Widdop & Co Civil Defence Official Man Tin
Widdop & Co Civil Defence Official Man Tin
Perfect for all the random items he says he’ll need again, this Official Man Tin from the Harvey Makin collection by Widdop & Co is perfect for filling with anything and everything that might come in handy.
This tin captures the true essence of 1940s advertisements, it’s full of vintage-inspired charm but with an added touch of humour. It offers a playful twist on wartime propaganda. Designed by Jerry Tapscott, the tin is wine red in colour with matte bronze writing. The comic slogan reads:
‘NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
THIS TIN HAD BEEN DESIGNATED
THE OFFICIAL
MAN TIN
FOR THE STORAGE OF USEFUL ITEMS ONLY, SUCH AS BROKEN PENS,
FLAT BATTERIES, DRIED UP CONKERS AND MYSTERY KEYS’.
Fill it with everything from screwdrivers and nails to paperclips and hooks, keys which belong to forgotten locks, cables for defunct electrical items, string, seed packets and all manner of ‘useful’ items. Alternatively, this tin is just the right size for sandwiches, crisps and a drink – an ideal lunch box for fishing trips, football matches or just to take to work! He didn’t know he needed it, but he won’t be able to live without it!
This endlessly useful tin makes a great gift for husbands, boyfriends and handy men, perfect for a birthday, Christmas or Father’s Day gift.
About Widdop & Co
Established in 1883, Widdop & Co have gained almost 140 years of experience in home and giftware and are firmly renowned as one of the UK’s leading gift suppliers. They have produced a range that is both functionable and stylish that varies from picture frames to candles. Featuring ranges such as Serenity and Bambino, you are sure to find the perfect gift for any occasion. Widdop & Co is still run by the 5th generation of the family, and they strive to bring joy to every product they make.
Additional Information
| Brand | Widdop & Co |
|---|---|
| Product | Tin |
| Material | Tin |
| Colour | Maroon |
| Height (cm) | 8 |
| Width (cm) | 21 |
| Depth (cm) | 16 |
| Net Weight (g) | 250 |
UK Delivery
Standard delivery within the UK is charged at a rate of
£3.99
£3.50.
Signed-for Courier delivery is available for just
£6.99.
| Delivery Class | Estimated Delivery Time | Delivery Charge | Orders over £39.95 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Delivery | 2–3 working days from despatch |
|
FREE* |
| Premium Delivery | 1–2 days from despatch |
£4.99 | £1.99 |
| Courier Delivery | Order by 2pm for next working day |
£6.99 | £4.99 |
*PLEASE NOTE: Certain items are excluded from our Free UK Delivery offer. These items are clearly indicated within their product description and within the checkout process.
Personalised Gifts
Many personalised gifts are excluded from our Free UK Delivery offer and any limited time delivery offers as they are packaged and dispatched from a separate location. Orders containing some personalised items will incur an additional shipping fee equal to our standard delivery fee as they are despatched from a separate location. Personalised items may take longer than our standard delivery times, and Premium or Courier delivery may not be available. This information will be clearly indicated on the affected items.
£2.50 £1.99 UK shipping on Greeting Cards
Orders containing only greeting cards qualify for
£2.50 £1.99 UK Delivery.
These orders are sent using our Standard UK Delivery method.
Please allow up to 5 days for delivery.
£2.99 UK shipping on Soft Toys (Excluding Jellycat)
Orders containing only soft toys (excluding Jellycat) qualify for £2.99 UK Delivery. These orders are sent using our Standard UK Delivery method. Please allow up to 5 days for delivery.
International Delivery
For international delivery, shipping price varies with spend. Fast, signed-for courier delivery by FedEx is also available to all international destinations.
Europe
European delivery is split into two regions - European Union and Rest of Europe. Please see below for full details of country categorisation.
| Order Product Value | ||||||
| Tracked Airmail |
FedEx Standard |
FedEx Premium |
Tracked Airmail (See below for exceptions) |
FedEx Standard |
FedEx Premium |
|
| Up to £24.99 | £7.99 | £14.99 | £24.99 | £11.99 | £24.99 | £26.99 |
| £25-£49.99 | £9.99 | £27.99 | £14.99 | £27.99 | £32.99 | |
| £50-£99.99 | Not Available | £29.99 | Not Available | £29.99 | £34.99 | |
| £100-£199.99 | £19.99 | £34.99 | £34.99 | £39.99 | ||
| £200-£299.99 | £24.99 | £69.99 | £69.99 | £79.99 | ||
| Over £300 | £29.99 | £79.99 | £79.99 | £89.99 | ||
For delivery purposes, the European Union region includes the following 27 EU member states and Monaco:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
Albania, Andorra, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Greenland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Norway, San Marino, Serbia, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican City Orders to Italy
On 1 January 2026, the Italian Government introduced a €2 customs administration fee for parcels sent for delivery from outside the EU. At present, the fee will be collected directly from the Italian recipient. This is in addition to any import tax which may be charged. Orders to France
On 1 March2026, the French Government introduced a €2 customs administration fee for parcels sent for delivery from outside the EU per product type. At present, the fee will be collected directly from the French recipient. This is in addition to any import tax which may be charged.
North America
Our North America delivery region includes USA and Canada
| Order Product Value | Tracked Airmail | FedEx Standard | FedEx Priority |
| up to £24.99 | £11.99 | £22.99 | £24.99 |
| £25 - £49.99 | £14.99 | £24.99 | £26.99 |
| £50 - £99.99 | Not Available | £26.99 | £29.99 |
| £100-£199.99 | £32.99 | £39.99 | |
| £200.00-£299.99 | £49.99 | £54.99 | |
| Over £300.00 | £59.99 | £69.99 |
Rest of World
Our rest of world delivery region includes the continents of Asia, South America, Australia/Oceania & Africa| Order Product Value | Tracked Airmail * Please see below for list of allowed countries |
FedEx Standard | FedEx Premium |
| up to £24.99 | £12.99 | £32.99 | £36.99 |
| £25 - £49.99 | £19.99 | £36.99 | £39.99 |
| £50 - £99.99 | Not Available | £39.99 | £49.99 |
| £100-£199.99 | £49.99 | £59.99 | |
| £200.00-£299.99 | £79.99 | £89.99 | |
| Over £300.00 | £89.99 | £109.99 |
Extremely rarely, in the event of unusually heavy or oversized orders going to overseas destinations, these shipping tariffs will prove insufficient to cover our costs. In which case we will contact you and request that you pay a postage surcharge to equal our specific shipping costs for your order.
Should you choose not to pay that surcharge we will refund your payment in full and cancel your order. Should we receive no reply to this request we will hold your order for seven days and then refund your payment in full and cancel your order.
Return & Refund Policy
If you would like to return an unwanted or damaged item please inform our customer service team at [email protected] or 01494 790424 within 14 days of receiving the goods.
You will be asked to send the item back to us at the address below:
Temptation Gifts
Unit 2E
Woodlands Farm
The Vale
Chesham
Bucks
HP5 3NJ
If the product has been damaged or received incorrectly you can call or email us to request a prepaid returns label. If you have decided to return an unwanted item, please send it back at your expense, keeping proof of postage.
Please ensure items are returned in perfect condition and packaged securely. You will only be eligible for a refund once we have received the goods and confirmed they are in a re-saleable condition.
To process your return please include:
- Your order number
- Whether you require a replacement or refund
- The reason for the return
- If faulty, a clear description of the fault
All returns are processed within five working days of receipt. We will email you once your return has been processed and confirm any refund issued. Please allow 1–5 working days for refunds to reach your account. For full details please see our Return and Refund Policy.
Returns of Personalised Gifts
Due to the personalised nature of these items, we are only able to accept returns or offer refunds if items are damaged or faulty.
For more information, please visit our Terms and Conditions page.
Why Choose Us?
Retail Experience you can trust
We are a family-run business, trading since 1983 (online since 2000), serving over half a million customers last year alone. As a five-time winner of the prestigious award “Best UK Online Retailer”, we are passionate about creating a shopping experience that is fun, easy and hassle-free.
Top gifts from expert buyers
All our products are hand-picked by our award-winning team of expert buyers who between them have more than 100 years’ experience of sourcing and selecting fantastic, on-trend gifts from the best brands and suppliers not just in the UK but worldwide.
Fast & Efficient Distribution Centre
We know that you like to receive your goods as quickly as possible, so we always aim to despatch orders from our UK warehouse within 24 hours of receiving them. Each order is carefully and securely wrapped to make sure your purchase arrives without damage. If you need your order especially quickly, we also offer a Next Day UK delivery option.
Gift Wrapping
Turn your purchase into a gift with our gift-wrapping service! All you need to do is tick "Gift Wrap" before adding a product to your cart and leave the rest to us! Our team is on hand to wrap any of your presents beautifully, whatever the occasion.
Excellent Customer Service
If you have any problems with your order, or simply want to inquire about a product before purchasing, simply give us a call or drop us an email. Our friendly Customer Service team will be happy to help with your queries. We pride ourselves on our "Excellent" five-star customer feedback, easily verifiable through over 38,000 reviews companywide!
Secure Payment Facilities
We have several fast, safe and secure ways for you to pay for your gifts. You can use a debit or credit card, PayPal or Amazon Payments, and always be certain that your transaction is completely secure.
