Buying a Christmas gift for a pool player is easier when you stick to things they will use every time they play, at the pub, in a league or at home.
Prices checked on Amazon UK, 24 October 2026.
Buying a Christmas gift for a pool player is easier when you stick to things they will use every time they play, at the pub, in a league or at home. A new cue, a good supply of chalk or a book of shots to practise all make sense, and there are fun extras for the games room too. This guide covers six gifts for pool players that were in stock on Amazon UK when prices were checked on 24 October 2026, each with a live buy-box price and a UK delivery date of 27 October shown. Our overall pick is the BCE Christophe Lambert X Series English pool cue and case at £44.99, a two-piece 57-inch cue that the listing says is made for snooker and English pool. For a cheap stocking filler, a tin of 12 Triangle chalks was £7.22, and for games with the whole family the Power Play 20 inch table top pool table was £19.99. Prices and delivery dates change often, so check both before you buy.
Our picks
BCE Christophe Lambert X Series English Pool Cue and Case
BCE Christophe Lambert X Series English Pool Cue and Case
£44.99
Best overall
Triangle Snooker and Pool Chalk
Triangle Snooker and Pool Chalk
£7.22
Best budget
Power Play 20 Inch Table Top Pool Games Table
Power Play 20 Inch Table Top Pool Games Table
£19.99
Best for families
How we pick
We shortlist products sold on Amazon UK using capacity, features, customer ratings and price band. We do not lab-test every model unless a page says so. The Amazon page is the live price. How we recommend.
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The products
Buying advice
Our top picks
Best overall: BCE Christophe Lambert X Series English Pool Cue and Case (£44.99). This is the most serious gift here and suits a league or regular pub player who still uses a house cue. The listing says the BXS-4 cue was developed with former World 8-Ball Champion Christophe Lambert for snooker and English pool. It describes a WRS simulated graphite shaft designed to help resist warping, a 9.5mm blue tip with a brass ferrule, and a full-size 57-inch (145cm) two-piece build with a Black Implex joint, in an aqua green four-point design. A case is included, according to the title. It is sold by Riley BCE and dispatched by Amazon.
Best budget: Triangle Snooker and Pool Chalk, 12 Cubes (£7.22). Every pool player gets through chalk, so this is a useful small gift. The listing describes 12 genuine Triangle green chalks in a hinged, recyclable storage tin from iqleisure, which keeps the cubes together in a cue case or kit bag. It is sold by iqgamesroom and dispatched by Amazon.
Best for families: Power Play 20 Inch Table Top Pool Games Table (£19.99). If the pool player in your family wants to get everyone else playing, a table top game is a fun shared gift. The listing describes a 20 inch table that sits on a normal table, with 2 cues, 16 balls and a triangle included, a wood grain finish and a lightweight, portable design. The product details list an age range of 5 to 99 years, 2 players and an item weight of 1 kg, and say assembly is required. The listing also warns that it should be used under the direct supervision of an adult. It is sold and shipped by WB Brands UK.
Other gifts for pool players
TAOM V10 Cue Chalk (£16.95). For a player who already has a good supply of ordinary chalk, this single premium cube is a step up. The listing says TAOM V10 combines strong grip with flexibility and control, leaves minimal residue and is suitable for cue tips from soft to hard. It carries a small parts warning and is not suitable for children under 36 months. It is sold by Stemik UK and dispatched by Amazon.
Byrne's Complete Book of Pool Shots by Robert Byrne (£24.99). A good gift for a player who likes to practise. The publisher description says the book covers more than 350 diagrammed pool shots in 20 categories, from tickys and double-kisses to jump shots and diamond systems. The product details list a 380-page Mariner Books paperback, published on 6 October 2003. It is sold and dispatched by Amazon.
Suck UK 8 Ball Bottle Opener (£17.99). A novelty gift for a games room or home bar. The listing describes a bottle opener in the shape of an 8 ball, designed to sit in a man cave, home bar or next to a pool table. It is sold by Good Superstore and dispatched by Amazon.
What to look for in a gift for a pool player
Their own cue or a house cue. Many pub and league players start with whatever cue is in the rack. A two-piece cue in a case, like the BCE X Series, is a big upgrade because it can be taken to every game. If they already own a cue they love, a smaller gift such as chalk or a book is a safer choice.
English pool or snooker. In the UK, pool usually means English pool, played on a small six-pocket table with reds and yellows. Snooker cues usually have smaller tips (9 to 10mm is most popular) than American pool cues (around 12 to 13mm), and the BCE cue in this guide has a 9.5mm tip and is described for both snooker and English pool. If they mainly play American pool, ask before buying a cue.
Cue length. Most adult cues are around 57 to 59 inches long. The BCE cue is 57 inches. For a child, the Power Play table top set comes with its own small cues.
Chalk. Chalk is a consumable, so it is always useful. Triangle green chalk is a classic choice and the 12-cube tin gives plenty of spares, while TAOM V10 is a single premium cube for players who want to try something different.
Something for the games room. If they already have all the kit they need, a novelty item such as the Suck UK 8 ball bottle opener or a table top pool set for the family adds some fun without second-guessing their equipment.
Seller and delivery. Several pool cues and accessories on Amazon UK are sold from abroad with longer delivery times, so check the seller and the delivery date before you order, and leave time before Christmas.
Prices were checked on Amazon UK on 24 October 2026 and can change at any time. Check the current price, details and delivery date on Amazon before you order.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good gift for a pool player?
A good gift is something they will use every time they play. For a regular player, a cue of their own in a case, such as the BCE Christophe Lambert X Series (£44.99 when checked), is a big upgrade. For a smaller gift, chalk such as the Triangle 12-cube tin (£7.22) or a book of shots like Byrne's Complete Book of Pool Shots (£24.99) is always useful.
Why do pool players use chalk?
Players put chalk on the tip of the cue to give it more grip on the cue ball and reduce the chance of a miscue. The TAOM V10 listing in this guide, for example, describes its chalk as combining strong grip with control.
What is English pool?
English pool is the British version of eight-ball pool, played with sixteen balls on a small pool table with six pockets. It is also known as blackball or reds and yellows, and in the UK and Ireland it is usually just called pool.
Can you use a snooker cue for English pool?
Yes, some cues are sold for both games. Snooker cue tips are usually 8 to 11mm, smaller than the 12 to 13mm tips common on American pool cues, and the BCE X Series cue in this guide is described as a cue for snooker and English pool, with a 9.5mm tip. For American pool, cues usually have larger tips of around 12 to 13mm.
What size pool cue do I need?
Most cues are around 57 to 59 inches long, and the right length depends mainly on the player's height and arm length. The BCE X Series cue in this guide is a full-size 57-inch cue. Younger children may find a full-size cue too long, which is where a small table top set with its own short cues, like the Power Play table, can help.
