Thorntons Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Evaluating 287 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the helpful staff for their polite attitudes and efficient assistance when handling inquiries. Buyers often highlight the remarkably fast shipping, noting that packages arrive safely and ahead of schedule. People appreciate the seamless purchasing process and the reliable overall service provided. Some reviewers were not happy with occasional missing or damaged items upon arrival, alongside alterations to traditional sweet recipes. A few people also felt that certain chocolates failed to match previous standards, mentioning overly sweet flavors or unwanted ingredient changes. Others expressed frustration regarding delivery delays or discrepancies found inside their parcels.

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Customer service

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Order

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Product

Reviewers highlight ambiguous aspects of product, with many expressing deep satisfaction with the rich... See more

Staff

Users describe positive interactions with staff, frequently highlighting helpful and polite representatives... See more

Delivery service

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Whilst disappointed by the fact that the initial delivery had an item missing, the team at Thorntons made good and arranged for the item to be delivered promptly an courteously. Well done. Hopefu... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I ordered chocolate as a Christmas gift back in November. After three weeks with no delivery, I checked my order and realized it had been canceled—and I hadn’t received a refund. I reached out to cust... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered 5 bags of our favourite flavours (which are occasionally on a bulk buy special). They arrived within a few days. Sadly one of the flavours was wrong (nutty instead of mint). Contacted CS and C... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time buying direct from Thorntons. Easy to navigate website. Superb prices. Super fast shipping. Order delivered next working day. Slight mix up with one particular item but an easy mistake to m... See more

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Company details

  1. Candy Store
  2. Gift Shop

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For over a century, Thorntons has specialised in crafting high quality chocolate, sweets, toffee, fudge and other confectionery. Our rich heritage has seen us constantly create and improve new and favourite recipes to enhance your chocolate experience.


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4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lewis has resolved the issue

Lewis has resolved the issue of my order not being delivered by Royal Mail very efficiently and I’m most grateful.
He has sent a replacement order to my son so I’m very happy.

April 1, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
you next time!
Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A very swift response to rectify a mistake

An incorrect item was delivered as part of an order. After a call to the customer service team, Arsha sent out the correct item in the post and it arrived the next day in time for Easter gifting. A very swift response to rectify a mistake. Thank you.

March 30, 2026
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We’re so pleased to hear Arsha was able to help you with your recent order. We’re here to help whenever you need it
All the best!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smashed Easter egg

I received my order of an Easter egg today and it was smashed. I contacted customer services and spoke to Arsha who was not only polite and professional, she also resolved my issue promptly and a new Easter egg is on its way. I think the issue was with Royal Mail who delivered the item and definitely not Thorntons but they took ownership and resolved the issue.

March 31, 2026
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Reply from Thorntons

We’re so pleased to hear Arsha was able to help you with your recent order. We’re here to help whenever you need it
All the best!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Problem with my order

I had a problem with my order and I had to contact Thorntons to resolve the issue. The response from Thorntons to my query was very prompt and courteous and the issue was resolved within a couple of hours to my entire satisfaction.
Excellent and very efficient customer service.

March 31, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
you next time!
Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Made a silly mistake on my order and…

Made a silly mistake on my order and has been rectified by helpful staff. Many thanks

March 29, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
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Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service excellent.

Contacted on a Saturday by e-mail as a problem regarding delivery - received a response by return and problem taken care of at start of business Monday. Customer service excellent. Products second to none.

March 30, 2026
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Wrong shipping address

When I got the confirmation email it had changed the shipping address to my billing address. I phoned Thorntons and spoke to Arshia. She was very pleasant and helpful and changed the shipping address to that of my grandchildren. She also emailed me to confirm this. Thanks Arshia!

March 30, 2026
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We’re so pleased to hear Arshia was able to help you with your recent order. We’re here to help whenever you need it
All the best!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with Thornton's is very positive.

My experience with Thornton's has always been very positive and this order was no different. Due to information recorded was incorrect, I contacted their Customer Support and the issue was resolved immediately which was greatly appreciated.

March 30, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
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Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding communication

Needed to contact Customer services regarding DOB as my order included wine. Didn't expect a response at the weekend but was impressed that they got back to me and sorted the issue.

March 29, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
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Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service by Anissa

The chocolates that I ordered for my Aunty was sent to me in error. I was upset to think she may not get them in time.
Saturday afternoon, wasn’t even sure there would be a phone number for me to contact or if they would be open.
Pleasantly surprised, phone number in their contact list, and open until 4.00 p.m.
I spoke with Anissa, she was brilliant. She very quickly sorted the problem, the chocolates will be arriving well before Good Friday.
In an age of technology, big companies think it is acceptable to hide their customer support number or expect you to write an email. It is really good Thorntons are maintaining a good customer service department. For me nothing can replace speaking with a human being. Anissa was really kind, helpful and made sure the outcome was a good one.

March 28, 2026
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We’re so pleased to hear Anissa was able to help you with your recent order. We’re here to help whenever you need it
All the best!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company to order from

Great company to order from. I had a problem with my order and they resolved it without any fuss. Looking forward to hearing from my family how much they enjoy the hamper I bought them. Thoroughly recommend.

March 28, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Got back super fast and resolved the…

Got back super fast and resolved the issue with absolutely no hassle

March 28, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
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Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Contacted via email customer services…

Contacted via email customer services as part of my order went missing. Had to send further email asking as to what was happening and today received reply informing me they are sending replacement item.

March 27, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
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Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Thornton's Sticky Toffee Celebration…

Thornton's Sticky Toffee Celebration Cake is ridiculously thin for the price. It was more of a pancake. Hardly enough to go round the party. Very disappointed with this cake.

March 26, 2026
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Reply from Thorntons

Thank you for leaving us a review.
We're so sorry to hear that you were disappointed with our licensee product.
So that we can assist you further and pass on your feedback in regards to this, can you please contact us on 0345 121 1911 or email us on customercare@thorntons.co.uk
We look forward to speaking with you.
Lewis @ Thorntons

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Order mistake by shopper

I put in an order for Easter eggs and added an incorrect email address. ‘Femi’ in customer service was wonderful and changed it even though I didn’t have my reference number. He was kind and very helpful and very efficient.

March 27, 2026
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We’re so pleased to hear Femi was able to help you with your recent order. We’re here to help whenever you need it
All the best!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing customer care

The customer care and speed of resolution was fantastic with no fuss. Customer care team reacted to my query within hours. I would certainly recommend, the on line order and delivery was simple and quick in delivery, Thorntons I will use again.

March 27, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
you next time!
Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect customer service

Perfect customer service - quick response and resolution.

March 26, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
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Best regards,
Lewis @ Thorntons

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