Cheese Hampers

Cheese hampers are the ultimate gift for food lovers, combining award-winning British cheeses with artisan crackers, handmade chutneys and carefully chosen accompaniments in beautifully presented packaging. Whether you're shopping for a birthday, a thank you or a special occasion, our range has something for every taste and budget, starting from £24.95 with free UK delivery on orders over £35.

Range last updated May 2026, includes the latest 30 options available.

Our best-selling cheese hampers

The Cheese and Chutney Hamper (£42) is our bestseller, built around five award-winning British cheese truckles alongside two handmade chutneys and artisan crackers, all presented in a traditional wicker basket. For something a little smaller, the Cheese Gift Selection Box (£27.50) offers three truckles, three chutneys and crackers in smart gift-ready packaging, making it an ideal option when you want something thoughtful without overspending.

For a more indulgent gift, the Luxury Cheese and Wine Hamper (£68) brings together 12 premium items including British cheeses, wine, crackers and chutneys in a stunning gift basket, and sits consistently among our most gifted products for birthdays and anniversaries. If only the best will do, the Cheese, Charcuterie, Wine and Gourmet Hamper (£100) combines artisan cheeses, premium charcuterie, wine and gourmet accompaniments in a presentation that genuinely makes a statement.

Which cheese hamper is right for you?

What makes a great cheese hamper?

The difference between a genuinely great cheese hamper and a forgettable one comes down to three things: the quality of the cheese itself, the thought that has gone into the accompaniments, and how well the whole thing travels.

A hamper built around supermarket-standard cheese will taste exactly like that regardless of how impressive the basket looks on the outside. Ours are built around award-winning British artisan cheeses in wax truckle format. Truckles are hand-dipped in wax to lock in flavour and protect the cheese during delivery, which matters because a cheese hamper is a gift that often travels across the country. The truckle format holds up better in transit than cut or wrapped cheese, without compromising anything that is inside.

The accompaniments matter just as much. A well-chosen chutney does more for a piece of cheese than almost anything else, which is why we include handmade chutneys rather than mass-produced alternatives. The crackers we select are chosen to complement rather than overpower, giving the cheese room to be the main event rather than just something to carry it on.

Presentation is the third element people notice, and wicker baskets and magnetic gift boxes are both formats that arrive looking exactly as intended. The packaging is part of the gift rather than just something to throw away.

Truckle hampers vs gift boxes: what is the difference?

Our range includes two main formats and it is worth understanding the difference before you buy.

Truckle hampers are the classic format, built around wax-coated cheese rounds presented in a wicker basket. They tend to feel generous and work particularly well as a centrepiece gift for a birthday, Christmas or a significant occasion. The basket itself adds to the presentation and most recipients end up keeping it.

Gift boxes use a magnetic or wooden box format, which is more compact and arrives in neater packaging. They typically include between two and three cheeses and suit occasions where you want something that looks premium without the scale of a full hamper basket. The Cheese Gift Box Hamper (£28.95), Cheese and Wine Gift wooden box (£36.95) and the Tipple and Cheese gift box (£29.95) all fall into this category.

If you are buying for someone who appreciates presentation as much as content, the truckle basket hampers tend to make the bigger impression. If you are sending to an address you are not certain about, or combining with another gift, the box format travels particularly well and is easier to manage at the door.

Choosing a cheese hamper by occasion

For a birthday, the Cheese and Chutney Hamper (£42) is our most consistent recommendation, offering five cheeses, two chutneys and crackers in a traditional basket. For milestone birthdays, the Luxury Cheese and Wine Hamper (£68) is the step up most people go for.

For Christmas, our Christmas Cheese Hampers are put together specifically for the festive season and include cheese alongside festive accompaniments and a choice of paired drinks.

For a thank you, the Cheese Gift Selection Box (£27.50) and the Cheese Gift Box Hamper (£28.95) both sit at a price point that feels generous without being excessive, and either arrives looking like considerably more effort than it took to order.

For someone who is genuinely difficult to buy for, the Pub in a Box (£35.95) lets them choose their own beers and pairs cheese, crackers and bar snacks in a format that works particularly well as a gift for men.

For a romantic occasion or an anniversary, the Tipple and Cheese gift (£29.95) comes with a choice of port, red wine, white wine or prosecco, making it one of the more flexible options in the range.

Explore the full range

Our most popular sub-ranges are our cheese and wine hampers, cheese and beer hampers, cheese and port hampers, charcuterie hampers, luxury cheese hampers and our pub in a box range. For something smaller or more flexible, our cheese gifts and cheese hamper gifts pages cover a wider selection of formats and price points. For gifts aimed at a specific person, our hampers for him, hampers for her and hampers for dad pages are organised by recipient.

Delivery

Every hamper is hand-packed in our UK workshop and sent via Royal Mail or Parcelforce in chilled packaging to ensure everything arrives in perfect condition. Free delivery on all orders over £35, otherwise just £3.75. You can select your preferred delivery date at checkout and add a free personalised gift note. Gift notes are printed on a card included with your hamper.

Frequently asked questions

How much do cheese hampers cost?

Our range starts from £24.95 for the Afternoon Tea For 2 and goes up to £100 for the Cheese, Charcuterie, Wine and Gourmet Hamper. The majority of our hampers fall between £35 and £70, which is where most people find the best balance of quality and value.

Do you offer free delivery on cheese hampers?

Yes, all orders over £35 qualify for free UK delivery via Royal Mail or Parcelforce. Orders under £35 are charged at a flat rate of £3.75.

Can I add a personalised message to my cheese hamper?

Yes, a free gift note can be added at checkout. The note is printed on a card and included with your hamper.

How quickly will my cheese hamper arrive?

Next day delivery is available on orders placed before our daily cut-off. You can choose your preferred delivery date at checkout, which makes it straightforward to time a gift for a birthday or other occasion.

What format do the cheeses come in?

Our hampers are built around wax truckles, which are individual hand-dipped rounds that travel well and look great in a basket. Each product page lists the exact number of cheeses and full contents for that specific hamper, so you can see exactly what is included before you order.

What is the difference between a cheese hamper and a cheese gift box?

A cheese hamper typically refers to a wicker basket presentation with multiple cheeses and accompaniments, while a cheese gift box uses a magnetic or wooden box format that is more compact. Both are hand-packed and presented to the same standard. The hamper basket format tends to suit larger gifts and occasions, while the gift box format is a better fit for something more discreet or easy to post.

Are your cheese hampers suitable for vegetarians?

The cheese hampers that contain only cheese, crackers, chutneys and non-meat accompaniments are suitable for vegetarians. Hampers that include charcuterie or cured meats are not. Each product page confirms the contents so you can check before ordering.