Quick answer: A Christmas hamper in the UK costs anything from under £50 for chocolates, tea or prosecco to over £200 for a luxury champagne hamper with a full gourmet spread. As a guide, £50 to £100 suits close family and friends, while £100 or more suits partners, parents and important clients.
Price is the first filter most people apply when they start looking, and it is also where buyers most often overspend or underspend. Having packed hampers at every price point, we know what each budget really buys. This guide breaks down the cost of our Christmas gift hampers by band, explains what drives the price, and shows where your money goes furthest in 2026.
Key takeaways
- UK Christmas hampers range from under £50 to well over £200.
- The centrepiece bottle is the biggest single factor in a hamper's price.
- Under £50 is the right band for colleagues, and the HMRC trivial benefit limit for staff gifts is £50 per person.
- Delivery is usually charged on top of the hamper price, so include it in your budget.
- Ordering early protects both your choice and your budget, as popular hampers sell out in December.
How much does a Christmas hamper cost in the UK?
A Christmas hamper in the UK costs from under £50 to well over £200, depending mainly on the drink inside, the number of items and the presentation. Most buyers choose a band based on their relationship with the recipient, then pick the style within it.
The table below shows what each price band typically includes and who it suits.
| Budget band | What it typically includes | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Under £50 | Chocolates, biscuits, tea or coffee, a small gourmet selection, or prosecco or wine with a treat | Colleagues, neighbours, hosts, teachers |
| £50 to £100 | A full bottle of wine, gin or whisky with several treats, or a cheese and wine selection | Close friends, family, a heartfelt thank you |
| £100 to £200 | A named champagne house or magnum, with chocolates or a fuller food selection | Partners, parents, valued clients |
| Over £200 | Prestige champagne, often a second bottle, and ten or more gourmet items | Key clients, milestone years, the whole family |
What do you get in a Christmas hamper under £50?
A Christmas hamper under £50 usually includes chocolates, biscuits, tea or coffee, a small gourmet selection, or a bottle of prosecco or wine paired with one or two treats. Some hampers in this band include a half bottle of champagne.
This band is also where many dietary friendly options sit. The Alcohol Free Gourmet Hamper is a good example, with mature Cheddar, cheese biscuits, rosemary olives, cranberry crumbles, butterscotch biscuits and pure squeezed orange juice. Browse the full range of gift hampers under £50 for more options.
For employers, this band matters for tax reasons. HMRC trivial benefit rules only cover gifts costing £50 or less per employee, and a gift above the limit becomes taxable in full. Check whether delivery charges push the total cost per person over £50 before you order.
What does £50 to £100 buy?
£50 to £100 buys a full sized bottle of wine, gin or whisky with several matching treats, or a generous cheese and wine selection. This is the band where a hamper starts to feel like a proper sharing gift.
It suits close friends, siblings and family members you see over Christmas. A well chosen hamper in this range often delivers the best balance of quality and value, which is why we recommend it so often. See our hampers from £50 to £100 for examples.
What does £100 to £200 buy?
£100 to £200 buys a named champagne house, a magnum, or a premium spirit paired with chocolates or a fuller gourmet selection. The recipient will usually recognise the label, which is a large part of the appeal.
The Veuve Clicquot Champagne Gift Hamper sits in this band and shows why: the centrepiece is a champagne house most people know by sight. Our £100 to £200 hamper range suits partners, parents and clients you want to thank properly.
What does a Christmas hamper over £200 include?
A Christmas hamper over £200 usually includes a prestige champagne, often a second bottle, and ten or more gourmet items presented in premium packaging. It is designed to feed a gathering, not just to be opened.
The Christmas Prestige Collection Gift Hamper is a clear example. It contains 13 items, led by Taittinger Champagne and a bottle of red wine, with cake, handmade dipped cookies, florentines, chocolates and savoury snacks. If you are unsure whether this level of spend is right, read our guide on whether luxury Christmas hampers are worth the money.
What affects the price of a Christmas hamper?
Five things affect the price of a Christmas hamper: the centrepiece bottle, the number of items, the quality of the food, the presentation, and the delivery option. In our experience, the bottle makes the biggest difference between two hampers that otherwise look similar.
The centrepiece bottle
A named champagne house costs considerably more than prosecco or wine, and a magnum costs more again. Swapping champagne for prosecco is often the quickest way to bring a hamper down a price band.
Number and quality of items
A focused hamper may contain three or four items, while a luxury hamper can contain more than ten. Handmade cakes, artisan cheese and fine chocolates cost more than everyday snacks.
Presentation
Wicker baskets, rigid gift boxes and keepsake trays add to the cost, and they also add to the sense of occasion when the hamper is opened.
Delivery
Delivery is usually charged separately. At London Hampers, next working day UK delivery, noon delivery, weekend delivery and same day London delivery are each priced at checkout. Choosing standard weekday delivery is the simplest way to keep the total down.
From the London Hampers team
Our insider tip: Set your budget for the total cost, not the hamper price alone. Every December we speak to customers who chose a hamper at exactly their limit, then added weekend delivery and went over. Decide your delivery date first, then choose the hamper, and you will never be surprised at checkout.
How can you get the best value from a Christmas hamper?
Get the best value by ordering early, putting your money into one strong centrepiece, and choosing standard delivery. These three habits stretch any budget further.
- Order early. Popular hampers can sell out in December, which forces buyers into a more expensive alternative.
- Spend on the centrepiece. A great bottle with a few good treats beats a large box of fillers.
- Plan delivery ahead. Weekday delivery costs less than weekend or timed delivery.
- Check sale ranges. Our clearance sale sometimes includes hampers suitable for Christmas gifting.
- Order in bulk for teams. For ten or more hampers, a corporate order can be built around a fixed per person budget.
If you are still deciding what level of spend suits each person, our guide to choosing a Christmas hamper includes a budget table by recipient.
Please remember that anyone receiving a hamper containing alcohol must be 18 or over, and we encourage every recipient to enjoy it responsibly.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Christmas hamper cost in the UK?
A Christmas hamper in the UK can cost anything from under £50 to well over £200. Under £50 buys chocolates, tea, prosecco or a small gourmet selection. £50 to £100 buys a full bottle with several treats. £100 to £200 buys a named champagne, and over £200 buys a generous luxury spread.
How much should I spend on a Christmas hamper for a colleague?
Spend under £50 on a Christmas hamper for a colleague. That budget feels generous without creating awkwardness, and it suits shared office treats such as chocolates, biscuits or a gourmet selection. Employers gifting staff should also note that HMRC trivial benefit rules only apply to gifts costing £50 or less per employee.
What do you get in a Christmas hamper under £50?
A Christmas hamper under £50 usually includes chocolates, biscuits, tea or coffee, a small gourmet selection, or a bottle of prosecco or wine with one or two treats. Some include a half bottle of champagne. Hampers in this band suit colleagues, neighbours, hosts and teachers, and many alcohol free and gluten free options sit here.
Why are some Christmas hampers so expensive?
Some Christmas hampers are expensive because of the centrepiece bottle, the number of items and the presentation. A named champagne house, a single malt whisky or a magnum costs far more than prosecco or wine. Hampers over £200 often pair a prestige champagne with a second bottle and ten or more gourmet items.
Is delivery included in the price of a Christmas hamper?
Delivery is usually charged separately from the price of a Christmas hamper. At London Hampers, standard next working day UK delivery, noon delivery, weekend delivery and same day London delivery are priced individually at checkout. A personalised gift message is included free, and no prices or invoices are ever placed inside the hamper.
How can I save money on a Christmas hamper?
Save money on a Christmas hamper by ordering early, choosing one strong centrepiece instead of many fillers, and picking standard weekday delivery rather than weekend or timed delivery. Browsing sale and clearance ranges can also help. For ten or more hampers, ask about corporate orders, which can be tailored to a fixed budget.
A Christmas hamper does not need to be expensive to be memorable, but the budget should match the relationship and the occasion. Decide your total spend, including delivery, and then choose the best centrepiece you can within it. When you are ready, explore this year's Christmas hampers across every price band.
