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Sometimes a knock from the postman is all we need to brighten up a dreary day—especially if it means a parcel of unexpected goodies. Treat yourself or a lucky friend or family member to one of these subscription boxes, from gourmet treats and unique crafts to enriching experiences.
Best for Creative Gin Flavors
Craft Gin Club
As the nation’s biggest gin subscription service, Craft Gin Club offers keen gin enthusiasts an opportunity to try new brands and flavors every month, including exclusive editions not available anywhere else. The boxes contain a full-size bottle of gin, along with mixers, snacks, and a magazine with recipes—adding excitement to every delivery. You can choose to receive a delivery monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly depending on your tastes.
Price: £40 per box
Best for Virtuous Fruit and Veg
Abel and Cole
As well as being an easy way to manage your five a day while buying locally and organically, Abel and Cole fruit and veg boxes include gorgeous seasonal recipes and engaging letters. You can order a meat box, pantry favorites, or household staples—all while knowing you’re shopping eco-friendly. Prices start from £14.25 for two types of fruit and six vegetables.
Price: From £14.25 per box
Best for Blooms in Every Room
Arena Flowers
Receiving a bunch of flowers always brings joy, so why limit it to special occasions? Arena Flowers offers weekly, fortnightly, or monthly drops of fresh seasonal flowers, ensuring beauty blooms throughout your home. With each order, the company also plants a tree in a country suffering from deforestation, which adds to the positive impact of your subscription.
Price: £20 per delivery
Best for At-Home Forest Bathing
Bloombox Plants
Plants bring mood-boosting benefits and enhance any space’s aesthetic. With Bloombox’s monthly subscription, you receive a curated selection of plants, each with care instructions and a surprise gift. Each plant is chosen for its wellbeing properties, such as stress relief or energy focus.
Price: From £39 a month
Best for Snack Attacks
Good Canteen
For those missing their mid-afternoon snack options, Good Canteen offers thoughtfully curated snack boxes featuring UK-based products. Each box contains a variety of items tailored to enhance your mood, from caffeinated drinks to artisan treats.
Price: From £30 a week
Best for Self-Care
The Natural Wellness Box
Monthly deliveries of sustainable wellness goodies can help you prioritize ‘me’ time. Each box contains nourishing treats, natural skincare, bath salts, and relaxing items aimed at boosting your overall well-being.
Price: From £38 for a bi-monthly subscription