19 best puzzles for adults, to enjoy cosy nights at home

Here's another purrfect puzzle for cat fans. You’ll find an abundance of kitties hidden behind luscious foliage, as captured by (the aptly named) artist Kitty Bardsley. Made from recycled cardboard, it's also a good eco-friendly pick.

One of our favourites, we wish we could hang this enchanting jigsaw on our wall. This magical scene features owls, badgers, deers and foxes roaming the forest at night, while glittery stars lie overhead.

This puzzle will transport you straight to the shoreline of Italy’s breathtaking Amalfi Coast (well, almost). It’ll keep you entertained, but it might also inspire your future summer holidays. Passports at the ready…

This nostalgic design is perfect for the upcoming festive season. The cheery scene, by German artist Barbara Behr, shows children enjoying a carousel, while Santa watches on. It looks like something you’d see on a Christmas card.

Sure, the tube might be hot and stuffy, but it’s as iconic a part of London as red buses and Big Ben. This jigsaw pays tribute to the mass transit system, and features all the famous stations including Westminster and Oxford Street.

Made of recycled cardboard, it also earns some sustainability points.

Interior fans will be familiar with Jonathan Adler’s eclectic style, with its gilded gold accents and vibrant colours – so it’s no surprise that the brand's jigsaw is just as bright and bold. It seems a waste to store the beautiful box in a cupboard, so keep it on display on a coffee table or open shelf instead.

For art fans, Waterstones has a number of jigsaws featuring some of the world's most famous paintings, from artists such as Hokusai, Gustav Klimt and Van Gogh.

If you're looking for a challenge, try this colourful gradient puzzle from Cloudberries. You'll have to work it out by following the subtle colour changes, rather than following the picture. Yes, it's difficult, but rewarding once it's complete!

Don't be fooled by the low number of pieces, these Wentworth puzzles are a serious brainteaser. Without even straight edges to provide you with a rough guide, this puzzle will keep you occupied for hours, proving a challenge right up to the last piece.

It's available in a variety of sizes.

Keen astrologers will like this puzzle, which features a beautiful depiction of the celestial star map. Look closely to find your zodiac sign!

Any fashionistas, or fans of London's iconic Liberty department store, will enjoy this jigsaw. It features the famous Tudor-revival building, located on Regent Street.

This moody Japanese puzzle is perfect for rainy evenings. We love its futuristic sci-fi feel. Note this price is for a 35 piece puzzle, but a variety of sizes are available.

Fancy a real challenge? This clear puzzle is for you. There are various sizes to choose from depending on what you're up for, and there's an option to add a metal storage tin.

WH Smith has several puzzles available featuring great works of art – we like this one especially, from Czech artist Alphonse Mucha.

Here's a nice illustration of everyone's favourite chocolate factory, inspired by the beloved Roald Dahl book and the 1971 film adaptation. Inside, you'll also find a poster to hang on your wall.

This is a pretty immersive one: see how many famous characters, crime-solving clues, and historical figures you can find as you undertake this puzzle.

We love this one! This bright and bold puzzle features an empowering message and a ferocious tiger, drawn by London-based artist Jacqueline Colley.

A fun leopard version is also available.