The Forest & Co Reviews 616

TrustScore 3 out of 5

3.1

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Review summary

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Considering 58 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers generally appreciate the products, often describing them as beautiful, well-made, and unique. Many people also highlight the friendly and welcoming staff, making their shopping experience pleasant. However, some people were dissatisfied with the communication and response times from the company. Several customers reported difficulties reaching the company by phone, with calls often going unanswered or cutting off. There were also instances of slow or no replies to emails, leading to frustration regarding order issues, such as missing items or delayed deliveries.

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Product

Clients share positive opinions on product quality and selection. Many reviewers praise the beautiful... See more

Order

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Customer communications

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Response time

Consumers consistently express frustration with slow response times. Many report painfully slow... See more

Staff

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Had issues with my order initially Elaine provided very good customer service and aknowledged that my issues were genuine. Prompt resolution of issue.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really beautiful personalised scarf. It's true that admin probably isn't Elaine's strong point as she obviously works hard so is sometimesslow to respond. However, please be patient because she is som... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This shop is full of lovely things. It was a real treat to discover it, the owner has a great eye for lovely items for both the house and your wardrobe. Hightly recommend visiting Totnes and popping i... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent! I found the cardigan/jacket that I loved online, and emailed to check I was buying the right colour. Elaine was so helpful, ordered my colour in especially and the order was sent out as soo... See more


Company details

  1. Boutique

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Handmade, fair trade, beautifully crafted & made to last! Based in Devon.


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3.1

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

616 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My order never arrived! 6 weeks and counting!

I wish I had checked here before ordering as I have had the same experience as many of the people here. I ordered from them 6 weeks ago and are yet to see the goods. I have had to contact them several times in which they blamed stocking issues and they had rearrange a new delivery date. Again my order still had not arrived. They have since rearranged another two delivery dates and it still hasn’t arrived. I have now requested a full refund. Let’s hope that this is a bit simpler. I do NOT recommend ordering from this company.

April 14, 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Professional

Friendly, efficient, and professional service after The Forest & Co initially delivered the incorrect product. Kindly offered an upgrade for the inconvenience at no extra charge. The product I received made for a beautiful 80th birthday gift. Thank you!

March 22, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a trinket box on 14th January…

I ordered a trinket box on 14th January and as of today I am still waiting for it to be delivered. Whilst I cannot fault the continued communication I am receiving, unfortunately it is just a string of messages apologising for and amending the delivery date. I’m disappointed that at the point of order I wasn’t made aware there were likely to be significant delays to the delivery of my item, and throughout the communications, whilst I have been advised I can cancel my order, I have had no offer of a refund or other goodwill gesture if I continue with the order. Really disappointed, but will continue to wait given I really want the item….. wish me luck I might have it by this time next year……

January 14, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After my less than perfect review

After my less than perfect review, yesterday, I have been contacted by the company. Having realised the issue I had with my order, they kindly offered a higher priced item or a refund, pronto. I appreciated the offer, but I’m still holding out for the ravello vase in future 😊

April 5, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor communication and service

Poor communication and service. Ordered glasses via not on the high street. Slow delivery and incorrect item sent. Then very slow response to emails . Eventually received a refund but only after involving not on the high street directly. Will never use again.

February 13, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't order from this place

I have ordered an expensive item from this company (a floor lamp) two months ago. Since then not only did I not receive the lamp (despite paying over 66 GBP for overseas shipping), but my emails have also been left without a response. Would not recommend!

March 5, 2024
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Very very poor service

Purchased lights on-line via Not on the High Street, a month ago, waited 2 weeks and no correspondance from the company, asked customer services to chase them, they amended the delivery dates, that date has come and gone.
Called Elaine at the store, said she was waiting for the suppliers ro contact her re tbe delayed arrival, sadly still waiting for the return call!

February 7, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AMAZING service!

AMAZING service!! Royal mail did not deliver the birthday present I ordered in time so The Forest & Co kindly sent me a replacement with express overnight delivery. This gift was key to the present so would not have been the same without it. My friend was delighted with her present so a BIG thank you.
Extremely helpful, highly recommend!

February 19, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam Artists

I placed an order on 25 Jan., but three weeks later have still not received my items, still not received a single status update and my three follow-ups have been ignored. Forest & Co. were quick to take my money though! Stay away from this company.

January 25, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Purchased this scarf for a friend

Purchased this scarf for a friend, had birthday month flower and name embroidered on…the quality of the scarf, was outstanding, far out surpressed the price, the detail in the flower was accurate to the finest petal and the stitching of my friends name was very refined..An overall ecxellent service…

February 10, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT BUY FROM HERE

DO NOT BUY FROM HERE. I ordered a wedding gift in August 2023 and have still not received it, it’s February 2024, and have had zero communication from them, yet have emailed 5 times myself. Theyve kept my money and not sent the item pit

February 3, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a personalised scarf made

I had a personalised scarf made. The company contacted me to say there was one day delay in posting and I should receive it 29/1/24.
I had not received it by 30/1 Abby was panicking as it was a leaving present.
The company went above and beyond making a new scarf and despatching it.
The scarf just arrived in time
Thank you

February 1, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Martini glasses purchase

Bought a set of four Ribbed Gold Rimmed Martini Glasses as a gift for my brother. He is absolutely thrilled with them - they are delicate & vintage style, & are used on every special occasion. The Forest & Co offered wonderful customer service throughout.

March 23, 2023
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