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Christmas hampers for 2024

The best Christmas hampers 2024: The goodie-packed gift everyone will love that'll be delivered in time for Christmas

You can't beat a Christmas hamper, and these are our favourites 

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Carla Challis
Commerce Partnerships Editor
Updated: 4 days ago
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When you're stuck for what Christmas gift to get someone, the foolproof present of a Christmas hamper is always, always, well received. Whether it's packed with chocolates, sweet treats or cheese, or a tipple-heavy hamper, there's something for everyone.

There's nothing quite like receiving a stylish wicker basket or gift box packed full of your favourite festive goodies in December - and whether you're looking for a party season feast or a luxurious spread for your cheese and wine night in, we've found the top Christmas hampers 2024 to shop. Plus, these will all be delivered in time for Christmas - just note the delivery dates.

  1. The surprisingly affordable hamper: The M&S Collection Hamper -  Order by 5pm on December 22 for Christmas delivery
  2. The family-friendly Christmas hamper: Prestige Hamper Festive Family Fayre - Order by December 21 for Christmas delivery
  3. The Christmas Eve hamper: Night Before Christmas Hamper - Order by December 21 for Christmas delivery
  4. The chocolate filled Christmas hamper: Hotel Chocolat The Chocolatiers Selection Hamper - Order by 6pm December 22 for Christmas Click + Collect

Of course, there are Christmas hampers ranging in price, with some costing upwards of £500. I always find a hamper a great family gift, or for someone who can be hard to buy for. Even if you're not sure on their likes and dislikes, the beauty of a hamper is that they often have a range of products in - who doesn't love that?

You could even gift your own family a hamper, as brands have created the cutest Christmas Eve hampers with treats for the whole family.

Many have delivery dates up to Christmas Eve, but be sure to check before ordering - you don't want it to arrive after Christmas, when everyone's had their fill of chocolate, biscuits and wine!

How we chose the best Christmas hampers 

  • Variety: Whether you're looking for a festive hamper to enjoy on Christmas day or a hamper filled with drinks for your Christmas celebrations, we've found a selection of hampers to suit everyone's needs.
  • Price: The hampers included in the edit vary in price to suit every budget, ranging from affordable to luxury. 
  • Trusted brands: While we haven't tried all of the hampers in the list, all of the brands included are loved by myself or the HELLO! team, so they should be of the highest quality. 

Shop the best Christmas hampers

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    M&S Hamper

    M&S The Collection Hamper

    Contents

    Order by 5pm on December 22 for Christmas delivery

    • Bordeaux Merlot (75cl) (Alcohol content- 13.5%)
    • Collection Cornish Cruncher All Butter Biscuits (80g)
    • Collection Milk Chocolate Florentines (170g)
    • Collection Rye Sourdough Crackers (130g)
    • Collection British Ale and Caramelised Onion Chutney (230g)
    • Collection Shortbread Fingers (165g)

    Marks & Spencer never disappoint with its hamper range, including this budget-friendly option. The selection has everything you need for a cosy get-together - and it can all be washed down with the wine that's packaged in the classic wicker basket.


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    John Lewis Silver Celebration Hamper

    John Lewis Christmas Hamper

    Contents

    Order by December 22 for Click + Collect

    • Ca' Bolani Merlot, 75cl
    • Waitrose San Leo Prosecco, 75cl
    • Honu Sauvignon Blanc, 75cl
    • England Preserves London Marmalade, 205g
    • England Preserves Blackcurrant Blighty Jam, 200g
    • Linden Lady 12 Chocolate Selection
    • Savoursmiths Desert Salt and Vinegar Potato Crisps, 150g
    • Miller's Baker & Barista French Spiced Caramel, 120g
    • Popti Cornish Bakehouse Snaps Mature Cheddar, 120g
    • Cartwright & Butler Dark Chocolate & Orange Florentine, 100g
    • Mr Filbert's Simply Sea Salt Mixed Nuts, 100g
    • Popcorn Shed Cookies & Cream Popcorn, 80g
    • John Lewis Dove Crackers x 12

    Looking forward to those cosy afternoons by the fireplace? John Lewis' Christmas hamper is the perfect accompaniment for those winter nights, with a selection of goodies to enjoy a festive afternoon tea with.

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    Harvey Nichols Winter Warmers Hamper

    Harvey Nichols Winter Warmer Hamper

    Harvey Nichols Christmas Hamper

    Contents

    Order by 3pm December 22 for Christmas delivery

    • Harvey Nichols Mendoza Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
    • Harvey Nichols Mulled Wine 
    • Harvey Nichols Late Bottled Vintage Port 2016 
    • Harvey Nichols Classic Christmas Pudding
    • Harvey Nichols Brandy Butter with V.S.O.P Cognac 
    • Harvey Nichols Chocolate Drizzled Ginger & Spice Biscuits Tin 
    • Harvey Nichols Dark Chocolate Gingers 
    • Harvey Nichols Milk Chocolate Almonds Tree Decoration 
    • Harvey Nichols Chilli & Lime Peanuts & Cashews 
    • Harvey Nichols Spiced Cherry & Amaretto Jam 
    • Harvey Nichols Dark Hot Chocolate

    Mulled wine, port, and dark chocolate gingers  all make up Harvey Nichols' Winter Warmers hamper, and it will make for an incredible accompaniment to a festive night in. Also included in the stylish black wicker basket, you'll find hot chocolate, spicy peanuts and festive biscuits.

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    Love Cocoa Christmas Hamper

    Love Cocoa Christmas Hamper

    Best of Love Cocoa Luxury Chocolate Gift Box

    Contents

    Order by December 22 for Christmas delivery

    • Maldon Sea Salt 70% Dark Chocolate Bar
    • Honeycomb 75g Milk Chocolate Bar
    • Salted Caramel 75g Milk Chocolate Bar
    • Billionaire 75g Milk Chocolate Bar
    • Pink Gin Truffles White Chocolate Truffles
    • Milk Double Chocolate Chunk Biscuits 
    • Mini Salted Caramel Truffles

    Chocoholics, this is for you - think a chocolate-filled gift box with goodies from Love Cocoa, the chocolate brand founded in 2016 by James Cadbury, the great-great-great grandson of John Cadbury. 

    There's truffles, chocolate bars and biscuits for the recipient to enjoy, all packaged in a beautiful gift box.

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    Hotel Chocolat The Velvetiser Experience Chocolate Hamper

    The Velvetiser Experience Chocolate Hamper

    Hotel Chocolat Christmas Hamper

    Contents

    Order by Friday 20 for Christmas delivery

    • 40% Milk Chocolate Batons
    • 70% Dark Chocolate Batons
    • Dunking biscuits
    • The Velvetiser - Charcoal Edition
    • The Everything Hot Chocolate Sachet Selection
    • The Everything Selection - Latte
    • Caramel Chocolate Batons

    Chocolate lovers listen up! Hotel Chocolat has the hamper for chocoholics, and it's better than ever. Including a Velvitiser, be ready for hot chocolates on tap all Christmas.

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    Don't Buy Her Flowers Family Christmas Gift Hamper

    Christmas Eve Hamper from Don't Buy Her Flowers

    Don't Buy Her Flowers Christmas Hamper

    Order by December 19 for Christmas delivery

    Contents

    You can custom make your own hamper at Don't Buy Her Flowers, including food, drink, books, pyjamas, Christmas craft and more.

    We love the idea of Don't Buy Her Flowers hampers, including the Family Christmas Eve Kit that can include a little or lot, depending on your budget. You get to choose the contents from a range of products, so it can be fully customised to the recipient.

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