Before you buy

Shopping with Prestige Hampers

Choosing between hamper styles The range splits fairly clearly into themed types. Chocolate-led baskets, such as the Chocoholic, pair artisan chocolates with a handmade wicker basket and suit a recipient with a sweet tooth. Cheese and wine baskets suit a dinner-party or wine-lover gift. Fruit and afternoon tea options work better when you want something lighter. Check the contents list before you buy, since each hamper lists its specific items.

Understanding delivery options The site offers several delivery speeds. The Chocoholic product page describes next-day delivery across the UK and Northern Ireland, and notes that some areas such as Scotland, Northern Ireland and non-mainland locations may need an extra working day in transit. Named day delivery and a guaranteed before-1pm option are both listed, with the latter restricted to certain days and requiring a signature.

Allergens and substitutions Each product page lists allergens, which matter for gifts going to people with dietary needs. The Chocoholic lists chocolate, egg, gluten, milk, soya, nuts, peanuts and dairy among its allergens. The site also notes that, in rare circumstances, items may be substituted with like-for-like products of equal or greater value, so the contents of a delivered hamper may not match the listing exactly.

Personal touches and loyalty points You can add a free video or voice message, or upgrade to a personalised A5 card for a fee. Customers who log in earn Prestige Points, and the FAQ describes earning one point for each pound spent, redeemable as credit on later orders. Points have no cash value.