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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Product

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

Staff

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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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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Used to love Thorntons but not now

Used to love Thorntons but not now. For me they are too sweet and have an oily feel left in the mouth. Shame I will now have to find another brand that tastes like chocolate

February 1, 2026
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Thanks for your review.
We appreciate your feedback as it will help us improve our service. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top Company

Following a slight I error on a delivery address by myself, I contacted Thorntons to get it changed.

This was superbly handled by Josephine and Chelsea in a very professional and calm manner,

Top class commnication.

January 31, 2026
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Reply from Thorntons

We’re so pleased to hear Chelsea and Josephine were 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

Fast delivery

Fast delivery. Had to contact customer service and Chelsea dealt with my issue swiftly and above expectation.

January 31, 2026
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We’re so pleased to hear Chelsea 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

Order received not as it should be

I received an order from Thorntons yesterday but I wasn’t happy with the state the box of chocolates were in when they arrived. There was nothing wrong with the chocolates just that the box was open. I contacted customer services & got a swift reaction from Tolulope who’s arranged a replacement box to be sent out. Very pleased with the way that Thorntons have handled my complaint & will continue to use them.

January 29, 2026
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We’re so pleased to hear Tolulope 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

Efficient & professional

After getting in touch regarding a minor issue.
I received a reply within the same day and the whole thing was dealt with and sorted within 24hrs.
Very efficient.
I bought a box of toffee that contained other confection.

January 26, 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

I ordered some personalised chocolate…

I ordered some personalised chocolate for a friend’s birthday- that unfortunately arrived broken in the post, I emailed Thorntons to ask for a replacement, and had a very prompt and helpful reply from Chelsea- who sent a replacement quickly, thank you so much for your help!

January 16, 2026
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We’re so pleased to hear Chelsea 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

Contacted the Customer Service team due, Parcel being lost

Contacted the Customer Service team due to my parcel going missing with Royal Mail, spoke to Tolulope and Chelsea, who organised for a replacement to be sent. Very happy with the service I have received from Thorntons.

January 17, 2026
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We’re so pleased to hear Tolulope and Chelsea were able to help you
with your recent order. We’re here to help whenever you need it
All the best!
Hannah @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A real sense of luxury and indulgence

We have always rated Thorntons chocolate selection boxes. The options for white dark and milk chocolate are very good and I think their Continental selection box is superior and gives the sensation as well as taste of something more refined. Great to see the continental box return to its original glory in terms. selection. A real luxurious and indulgent treat.

January 13, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
you next time!
Best regards,
Hannah @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding customer experience

Outstanding customer experience with Thorntons over Christmas and into the New Year. I experienced security issues with my payment card as I was purchasing multiple orders as gifts & this caused duplicate orders being processed. Jason was super helpful in reviewing all my orders & ensuring each person on my list received their gift & all duplicates where cancelled and refunded.
Additionally, one of these gifts was returned to sender as Royal Mail where unable to deliver. Chelsea has resolved this for me in a matter of minutes, replacing the gift to the recipient for me. Can't praise them enough for the service received!

January 9, 2026
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Reply from Thorntons

We’re so pleased to hear Jason and Chelsea were able to help you
with your recent order. We’re here to help whenever you need it
All the best!
Hannah @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top class customer service

Top class customer service! Amazing person called Chelsea who understands customers so professional and so quick - unbelievable service that’s why I love thorntons top class management as well but Chelsea all the best

January 8, 2026
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Reply from Thorntons

We’re so pleased to hear Chelsea 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 service re Christmas gift

I had decided to order chocolates for a family member for christmas as these particular chocolates were his favourites . Unfortunately two of the bags had bashed chocolates in them.
If they had just been for me then I wouldn't have thought to email. However, as they were a gift I contacted thorntons. Chelsea was wonderful, so helpful. Amazing customer service! Thank you !

January 4, 2026
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Reply from Thorntons

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant

Always brilliant for sending chocolates to people for xmas and birthdays etc. Website is great and if you have a problem then customer services are excellent and deal with it immediately.

January 2, 2026
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Thank you for your review – we can’t wait to serve
you next time!
Best regards,
Hannah @ Thorntons

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

"Shocking chocolates"

Bought box of Thorntons chocolates.They arrived with no cellophane around them.They were a gift and when opened they were awful.Several were broken up and others were covered in a white film.They had to be thrown.
I complained to Thorntons sending a photo of the chocolates.They replied saying it was a storage problem which is rubbish.They said my complaint would be sent to the appropriate department who would respond to me.Very poor service as I have heard nothing.What an absolutely pathetic response from Thorntons

December 12, 2025
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Reply from Thorntons

Thanks for your review.
We appreciate your feedback as it will help us improve our service. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Hannah @ Thorntons

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The Thorntons Classic box I had this…

The Thorntons Classic box I had this Christmas were disgusting no one wanted them. They all taste the same, vaguely sweet chocolately mush.
They used to be such good chocolates when the shops were open a real treat now they get thrown away.

December 30, 2025
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Reply from Thorntons

Thanks for your review.
We appreciate your feedback as it will help us improve our service. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Hannah @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good customer service

After initially sending the wrong item, they responded to my email the same day (Saturday), allowed me to keep the incorrectly sent item and had the correct item delivered on Monday. Excellent customer service.

December 20, 2025
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Reply from Thorntons

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Many thanks Thorntons

Many thanks to Lisa at Thorntons for dealing positively with my lost parcel. My order arrived after two days. I really appreciate her efficiency and honest apologies.

December 20, 2025
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Reply from Thorntons

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful customer service

Wonderful customer service. I had a problem with my order contacted them & very quickly received a response. Chelsea who dealt with my enquiry was extremely courteous & understanding dealt with my problem professionally & resolved everything much to my satisfaction. Love Thorntons. Only wish they still did the nut toffee 🤞.

December 20, 2025
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Reply from Thorntons

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incorrect order

I was sent the incorrect order, emailed Thorntons and Chelsea quickly resolved the matter. Absolutely fantastic customer service, couldn't fault it.

December 20, 2025
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Reply from Thorntons

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

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