In short
- The club owns a genuine slice of football history: in 1914 Exeter became the first side to play a Brazil national team, a fixture that began a lasting.
- Under £15 suits named extras; £15 to £30 is keepsake territory.
- A personalised Exeter City gift works best as a storybook that writes the child into the Exeter City shirt, not onto a mug.
- Hand-drawn by a real artist, never AI.
A Exeter City-mad child usually owns the shirt already, so the present that stands out is the one built around them. This guide runs through what to spend at each level, and why a personalised Exeter City gift tends to outlast the rest.
A proper underdog story
Exeter City, founded in 1901 and known as the Grecians, have called St James Park home and now play in League Two.
The club owns a genuine slice of football history: in 1914 Exeter became the first side to play a Brazil national team, a fixture that began a lasting bond with Fluminense.
Since 2003 the club has been owned by its supporters through the Exeter City Supporters’ Trust, which rescued it from financial crisis and has run it ever since.
What makes a good personalised Exeter City gift?
A good personalised Exeter City gift centres on the child, not the crest, casting them as the player running out at St James Park.
Think about the number they always ask for, the position they play and the goal they picture.
What is the best Exeter City gift by age?
Match the gift to how the child follows the club:
- 5 to 6: keep it visual; a storybook lands because they appear on the page from the start.
- 7 to 9: they can read alone and love being the star striker.
- 10 to 12: they know the club, so real detail beats a gimmick.
What can you get under £15?
Under £15, keep it small and named: Good options include:
- A club-colour bottle with their name
- An engraved keyring or bag tag
- A pocket club-history book
For a child who already owns the shirt, these round out the pile rather than headline it.
Is £15 to £30 where the keepsake sits?
Yes. Cross £15 and gifts become keepsakes: a framed print, or a personalised storybook. Worth considering:
- A personalised storybook of their own
- A framed print with their name
- A named training bag for kit
At roughly the price of a replica shirt, a storybook earns far more use across the year.
Why does a personalised Exeter City gift beat off-the-shelf merchandise?
A gift that could be handed to any other fan is not truly personal, whatever the wrapping.
Every page is hand-drawn by a real artist, never AI, which is where the craft comes from. You set the child’s name, appearance and inside-cover message when you customise their storybook. For another club, browse the personalised football books range, or match the gift to their reading stage with our guide by age.
Is a personalised Exeter City gift official?
No. Our storybook is not officially licensed by Exeter City. It is a personalised, football-themed story in the spirit of fan art, so check the product page if a licence matters for your gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a good gift for a girl who supports Exeter City? Yes. You choose the character’s gender and appearance, so it suits a daughter, granddaughter or niece, and the Ladies Range keeps growing.
What is inside the book? Around 28 pages, hand-illustrated throughout, with your child as the hero, a personalised cover, and your own message printed inside.
How far ahead should I order? Give it a week or two. Each book is printed to order in the UK, so it needs more lead time than something in stock.