ARE you having a last-minute present-panic? Well, if your loved one has a passion for the countryside, Country Life's HEATHER BARRON has put together a Christmas list of 12 countryside gifts that you may wish to consider.

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1. Husqvarna robot lawn mower: Take the hard work out of cutting the grass by leaving it to this pre-programmed automatic mower. Once the area to cut has been marked out, the charging station set up, and the mower programmed to cut when you want it to, just press start and sit back while this clever innovation keeps the grass at exactly the level you want it. Can also be controlled with a phone app.

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2. A Rambo Duo Heavy Turnout rug: If you are buying for a horse-lover, this gift will make sure their equine friend doesn't shiver their way through the winter. Treat them to a new, deluxe rug, adaptable to most weather conditions. In the spring, simply detach the 300g under-blanket to reveal a lighter turnout rug for your horse. This is perfect for those in-between times of year when the weather can change quite quickly, and your horse may require more or fewer layers with quite short notice.

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3. Feed the birds: This is the time of year when the birds need your help the most. There are many varieties of feeders that will offer seeds, peanuts or fat balls, that allow the smaller garden birds to feed without the interference of those pesky squirrels. This attractive acorn one is available from The National Trust. Feeders encourage birds into the garden, no matter what the size, and giving a feeder as a gift will bring hours of joy to twitchers and non-twitchers alike.

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4. National Trust membership: For a gift that lasts a whole year – membership of The National Trust provides free entry to more than 500 unforgettable venues around the UK. Membership can be for one person, a couple, or a family of one or two adults plus children aged 17 and under. The lucky recipient will also receive a handbook full of great ideas, a three-times-yearly magazine keeping them up to date, and a regular newsletter to their inbox.

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5. A luxury cape: Keep cosy and right up to the minute with this fashionable Annabel Brocks green tweed cape with faux fur collar and pink detail. Made using the finest Tweed lined with fleece and a luxury faux fur trimmed collar. The Kimblewick Collection is an original design from Annabel Brocks which, using the finest British tweed, is cut outlining the unique V shape front and back. The collar also boasts the contrasting faux suede colour, and for those bitter winter days, the collar can be buttoned and worn high, adding protection from the wind.

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6. A hot tub: It might be cold outside, but luxuriating in a hot tub can be enjoyed any time of year – and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Lay-Z-Spa have a range of affordable spas to accommodate two to eight people, for that extra-special gift that can be used inside or outside. Featuring a premium inflatable construction for easy installation and practicality, making them the easiest and most portable hot tub to set up, and incorporating easy-to-use AirJet Massage System.

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7. A bug hotel: Encouraging wildlife into the garden is good both for the garden and for the gardener. There are a number of ways of making the space more eco-friendly, and one attractive and interesting addition is by providing a bug hotel to shelter a variety of insects, including bees (vital for pollination), ladybirds, lacewing, and even frogs. They are easy enough to make to suit your garden, but there are plenty of different kinds you can buy, which will provide hours of interest in anyone’s garden.

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8. Tractor fun: Wearing out over-excited kids at this time of year can be quite a challenge – especially when you just want to relax on the sofa with a glass of something warming. Get them out in the fresh air with a Rolly John Deere 6210R Tractor, complete with frontloader that can be raised and lowered, scooped and tipped using the levers. Also includes an opening bonnet and two position adjustable seat. Mechanical features include a heavy duty 12mm thick rear axle, covered integral fixed wheel chain drive, a pedal crank with eccentric bearing chain tensioning system and anti-slip pedals.

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9. Buy a tree: This is a gift, through The National Forest, that will last a lifetime. Each purchase comes with a personalised certificate and an invitation to a planting event. Alternatively, one of their experienced foresters can plant a sapling on your behalf. Hundreds of families come together every year to take part in The National Forest planting events, and visitors can be sure of a fun, friendly and enjoyable experience in the great outdoors! The government has set a target of planting twelve million new trees by 2020, so help your friends and loved ones to be part of the eco-future.

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10. The country look: Something for the weekend for the action man in your life? New from Percussion, the Marly jacket is a lovely quality light/mid weight shooting jacket, packed full of great features which include, hand warmer pockets, two Large side pockets with integrated cartridge belts, removable hood, six inside pockets including one game tag pocket, PVC-lined game bag, detachable on 3 sides, windproof cuffs. Another great feature of the Marly jacket is the ability to expand the jacket on the shoulders to give more comfort when shooting. Team it with Percussion wellingtons to complete that country look.

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11. Picture perfect: While the wind is howling and the snow is falling outside, anyone would prefer to curl up by a crackling fire while still enjoying the landscapes of the largest and most diverse county in England, with Dave Zdanowicz’s book of beautiful photographs. From the distinctive landscapes and timeless villages of the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the spectacular, wave-battered east coast, and from the dramatic North York Moors to the rolling hills and dales of the Peak District, this book has it covered. More Yorkshire in Photographs is published by Amberley Publishing, priced £15.99.

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12. Create a hamper: If you know your recipient very well, but can’t find exactly what you know will be the perfect present – why not create a hamper? Use a pretty box or basket, and fill it with a selection of things you know they like. It can be food, drinks, toiletries, toys – anything, really. Tuck everything into some shredded paper (for padding and protection) and watch their delight as they rummage through, discovering the personalised treats that you have so carefully selected.