27th November 2025, by Mallory Legg | Read time: 5 minutes
SHARE
It’s never too early to start planning the feasts over the Christmas period. From treats to enjoy while decorating the tree to those days in between Christmas and New Year when you lose track of time altogether, hampers are a great way to ensure you’re stocked up on the finest snacks and treats over the festive season.
We’ve rounded up the best Christmas hampers you can order now, from Brindisa’s Spanish flavours to Daylesford’s iconically extravagant baskets. After all, it’s never too early to start ticking off your Christmas list.
If you’re looking to stock up on luxe Christmas snacks for the holidays, Selfridges is the place to start. Think pigs in blankets nuts (woah), chocolate boxes, panettone liquer, jams and marmalades made all the better by prosecco and wine.
Daylesford is iconic for their Christmas hampers and seasonal stock, and this year is no different. Their Christmas Pantry Hamper is particularly indulgent. Think Christmas pudding, Christmas cake, biscuits, drinks, chocolates, chutneys. Perfect for carrying you from celebrating a cosy Christmas all the way to toasting to the New Year.
This is the perfect indulgent gift for the festive season. While it might be a bit more on the pricey side, it’s one of the more exclusive hampers on our list with everything from Veuve to Dorchester gin to shortbreads to coffee. It’s the ultimate gift for those who love a little bit extra at the holidays.
Whether you’re gifting the hot chocolate lover in your life or you want to spoil the whole family, this Hotel Chocolat hamper is destined to please. From macarons, truffles and batons to biscuits, hot chocolates, and tipples, there is something for everyone to indulge in.
It’s not Christmas without a touch of cosy magic, and what better way to enjoy the warm and fuzzy seasonal period than with Fortnum’s? Perfect for sharing, spoil yourselves with King George Christmas pudding, Christmas cognac butter and a festive coffee blend.
It’s not Christmas without a few M&S goodies. Spoil your family this year and pre-order M&S’s Magic of Christmas Collection. There’s something for every taste hidden inside, from Scottish Shortbread to Stollen Loaf, and plenty of festive tipples to wash all of the treats down with.
Helping you to host your dream cheeseboard night is The Newt in Somerset’s enormously luxury Christmas hamper. Delicately packaged, expect the bundle to be brimming with award-winning butters, puddings, biscuits, and a selection Newt cyders to match.
Set in a wicker basket, this wildly popular Laithwaites hamper is perfect for days when you don’t want to tuck in. It’s packed with all of your wintry day essentials, from an exclusive Laithwaites bar of Tony Chocolonely to Perello olives and minced pies, and plenty of wine to keep you going. Specifically the Saracosa Governo Rosso, famously descibed as “hedonist’s heaven”.
Go Spanish this Christmas and opt for the Brindisa Christmas hamper, filled with the finest charcuterie, Ibérico Bellota hand carved ham, truffle cheese, smoked Marcona nuts, and Spanish wines.
Daylesford’s signature white wicker Notting Hill hamper is stuffed with award-winning spreads, Christmas cake and sparkling prosecco and apricot nectar. The specialty chocolate bark and coffee included make this the perfect complete Christmas treat.
John Lewis does Christmas gifting effortlessly, and their Spirit of Christmas hamper is the classic crowd-pleaser of the season. Packed with indulgent festive treats — think chocolates, mulled wine, truffle-leaning nibbles and mince-pie sweetness — it’s the kind of hamper that feels generous the moment you lift the lid. Beautifully presented and versatile, it works just as well as a thank-you for hosts as it does for families who want a little festive luxury delivered to their doorstep.
Renowned for their pistachio-hue branding and exceptional Italian delights, gift one of Lina Stores’ signature hampers this Christmas. The l’Aperitivo hamper is bursting with all you need for an impressive spread, from mixed olives and chili pate to salame and sun-dried tomatoes. Add on a bottle of Negroni to seal the deal.
Renowned for being one of London’s top delis, Panzer’s knows a thing or two about what works well in a hamper. This Yuletide, indulge with this bumper hamper, packed with Champagne, chocolate sponge pudding, smoked salmon and special cheeses.
Designed with savoury fans in mind, Harrods’ selection is wrapped inside the powerhouse’s signature wicker hamper. Inside you’ll find an assortment of cheeses, olives, chutneys, nuts, biscuits and pâtés to keep you happy all winter long.
Eataly, London’s leading destination for all things Italian, is giving pasta lovers what they want with this gourmet hamper. Inside you’ll find Panettone, Linguini pasta, olives, pesto, and a handful of other pantry essentials. Head in store to get your hands on their bigger hamper options in time for Christmas.
The perfect hamper for a cosy night in with a touch of luxury. The stylish paddle will become a staple in your kitchen while the cumin olives and pigs in blankets nuts are sure to go fast. A perfect choice for an impressive gift.
The products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however,
The Handbook may make a small commission on some products purchased through affiliate
links.
One winner will receive Ancient + Brave products of their choice up to the value of £215 RRP plus one Ancient + Brave x Ocean Bottle Bottle worth £35 RRP. No cash alternative will be offered and any difference in value will not be refunded. The prize is non-transferable, non-resaleable, and subject to availability. The Promoter reserves the right to substitute products of equal or greater value if necessary. Open to UK residents only. Only one entry per person. Product selection and fulfilment will be arranged directly with the winner. The winner will be notified via email by The Handbook and contacted to organise the prize directly with Ancient + Brave. Product selection and fulfilment will be arranged directly with the winner and Ancient + Brave. The winner will be notified via email by The Handbook and contacted to organise the prize directly with Ancient + Brave. Product selection and fulfilment will be arranged directly with the winner and Ancient + Brave.
Any T&Cs: Over 18 only, UK entrants only. If a product in the desired color is out of stock, Kapten & Son reserves the right to ship the product in an alternative color.
Terms and Conditions for the Electric Shuffle Canary Wharf £250 Terrace Bar Tab & Shuffleboard Competition
1. Eligibility: This competition is open to residents of the United Kingdom aged 18 years or over only. Proof of age may be required.
2. Prize: The prize consists of: A £250 bar tab to be used at Electric Shuffle Canary Wharf 90 minutes of shuffleboard for a group of up to six (6) people at Electric Shuffle.
3. Redemption: The prize must be redeemed within six (6) months of the winner being notified.
-The prize can only be used at the Canary Wharf venue.
-The £250 bar tab must be used in one single visit. No change will be given for any unused portion of the bar tab.
-The shuffleboard booking for six people is for a duration of 90 minutes.
-Redemption of the prize is subject to availability.
-Advance booking is essential and should be made directly with Electric Shuffle, quoting the prize.
-Certain dates or times may be excluded due to high demand or private events.
4. Exclusions: The prize cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount, promotion, or voucher.
5. General: The prize is non-transferable, non-refundable, and there is no cash alternative. The promoter reserves the right to substitute the prize with an alternative of equal or greater value if circumstances beyond their control make it
necessary to do so. These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
Love What You're Reading?You've reached your 3 article limit - sign up to keep reading.
Join The Handbook's growing community of over 12 million across all channels
for access to full articles and our daily edit. It's quick, free, and keeps you in the know.
Get your free daily guide to the best food, fashion, beauty, culture and travel content,
delivered straight to your inbox.