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25,143
TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.7

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Considering 3,902 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently mention that the booking process is quick and simple, allowing them to easily secure wonderful activities. People consistently praise the friendly, welcoming nature of the staff who make activities enjoyable and memorable. However, some reviewers were not happy with technical glitches on the website and difficulties reaching customer support for help. A few consumers also pointed out unexpected extra charges during their outings and problems with venues failing to accept vouchers. Others expressed frustration regarding broken links and the absence of direct telephone numbers to resolve urgent booking problems efficiently.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Plenty of choices of experience and some unusual choices. Easy to book and delivery was quick. Gift pack was nicely presented. Unfortunately, the QR code didn’t work on the recipient’s gift pack bu... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Our treatments were lovely and relaxing and the staff were friendly & food great. The thing that let it down was bannatynes in milton keynes is beginning to get a little shabby and the actual area... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The whole process of purchasing was good. However the recipient has yet to get the voucher in his mail box as requested at the time of purchase. All sorted by a lovely member of the team at red lett... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Twycross zoo, feed the meerkats experience and afternoon tea. The booking process was a pain and was inaccurately described by red letter days. The online link didn't work, and when I finally got hold... See more

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Company details

  1. Gift Shop
  2. Entertainment Agency

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Discover amazing gift experiences, activity days, unique gifts and gift ideas to solve all present buying dilemmas or order exciting experience days gift vouchers for all occasions.

About Red Letter Days

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Set up in 1989, Red Letter Days pioneered the concept of giving unforgettable experiences as gifts. The idea really caught people's imaginations and Red Letter Days today, with its iconic red box, is THE go-to gift experience company. Making memories over accruing ‘stuff’ is at our core and we offer a range of amazing experiences in the UK; giving our customers an unrivalled choice with something to suit every taste, occasion and budget. We love what we do and intend to continue building on our expertise and sense of adventure to reach new heights.
Our experiences
Many of our experiences make everyday life a little bit more special – like a few hours being pampered at a luxury spa. And some are genuinely once in a lifetime – like our Spitfire Passenger Flight. Red Letter Days also provides great corporate solutions for some of the UK's biggest companies. For the most inspiring way to make an experience the best day of your life, rest assured you’re in the original and the best hands in the business.

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3.7

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well worth the money

19 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Hi Anthony,

Thank you for your review we really appreciate it.

We're glad to hear that you find it well worth the money, this is the feedback we love to hear.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Plenty of choices of experience

Plenty of choices of experience and some unusual choices. Easy to book and delivery was quick. Gift pack was nicely presented.
Unfortunately, the QR code didn’t work on the recipient’s gift pack but she managed to activate it from my copy email. Apart from that, it was well received.

19 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Hi Sue,

Thank you for your review we really appreciate it.

We are so happy that it was easy to book, and the delivery was quick. Shame that the QR code didn't work, but we are glad that the recipient was still able to get it activated and booked.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Keith and Nick were brilliant

Keith and Nick were brilliant. Whole process very smooth and efficient

19 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Hi Happy Chappy,

Thank you for your review we really appreciate it.

We're so pleased to hear the whole process was very smooth and efficient and that Keith and Nick were brilliant.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Ok, but could have been better

The morning was good, although it's a shame you don't get to drive the cars as they should be driven. Too many coned off sections to slow you down on each little straight, which also meant it was hard to get past slower cars. Some of the cars not in great condition, they look good on the outside but not too good on the inside. Normal track day is much better!

26 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Hi Andrew,

Thank you for your review.

We are glad to hear that the morning was good, but it is a shame to hear that you did still have some feedback and issues regarding the experience. If you would like to discuss this further we would be more than happy to help. If you reach out to us at trustpilot@redletterdays.co.uk

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The whole process of purchasing was…

The whole process of purchasing was good. However the recipient has yet to get the voucher in his mail box as requested at the time of purchase.
All sorted by a lovely member of the team at red letter day. More than happy

25 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Hi Julia,

Thank you for your review we really appreciate it.

We're happy to hear that the purchasing process was good. I am sorry to hear that it hasn't arrived yet. If you would like to discuss this further if you reach out to us at trustpilot@redletterdays.co.uk

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

There are so many rules regarding the…

There are so many rules regarding the vouchers and especially if you buy a getaway the claim is not working calling the hotels they say it s only Monday and Tuesday. Not using it again.

28 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Hi Banarescu,

Thank you for leaving us a review.

I am sorry to hear that you have not had a good experience with your voucher, and that you found there to be too many rules. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please reach out to us at trustpilot@redletterdays.co.uk

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Hard to make reservations

Red letter days sent me an email address that I had to use to make my reservation. But no one replied at that address. Instead I had to visit the restaurant physically to make a reservation.

22 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Hi there,

Thank you for leaving us a review.

I am sorry to hear that you did not get a response from us in regard to your email. If you would like to discuss this matter further, if you email us at trustpilot@redletterdays.co.uk.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The venue was dirty

The venue was dirty, the food was overcooked, staff did their best to keep us happy but the general experience was dire, most of the other customers were also complaining, certainly not ever going again

22 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Hi Peter,

Thank you for leaving us a review.

I am sorry to hear that the venue was dirty, the food was overcooked. If you would like to discuss this further as we look to see if we can help, please reach out to us on this email trustpilot@redletterdays.co.uk

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Query dealt with quickly.

My query was dealt with by Nokwethemba very efficiently.

28 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review Mairi.
We're delighted to hear that Nokwethemba was able to assist you efficiently and provide a positive experience. I will be sure to pass on your kind feedback, as I know it will mean a lot to them.
Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to assist you again in the future.

-Emily

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They were very helpful in sorting out…

They were very helpful in sorting out the issue.

28 August 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your review Neil! We're delighted to hear that the issue was resolved and that you found the team helpful throughout the process. Providing excellent customer service is very important to us, so it's wonderful to know we were able to assist you.
We appreciate your feedback and hope to help you again in the future.

-Emily

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great package

The package we received was very striking and appealing as our Christmas present. It was easy to activate but the only thing I found was that I had to phone the tour provider to complete the booking process. He was not there, so I had to wait for him to call back. He was really helpful when he did ring back.

22 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your review Mike! We're delighted to hear that the package made such a striking and appealing Christmas gift and that you found the activation process straightforward.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the booking process. We're sorry for the inconvenience caused by having to wait for a callback from the tour provider, although we're pleased to hear that they were helpful once they got in touch.
Thank you again for sharing your experience. We hope the recipient enjoys their tour, and we look forward to helping create more memorable experiences in the future!

-Emily

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We really enjoyed our time at the farm

We really enjoyed our time at the farm, hospitality was great, food excellent and the setting was quiet and peaceful, just what we wanted.

24 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your lovely review Stephen! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time at the farm. It's wonderful to know that the hospitality, food, and peaceful surroundings helped create the relaxing experience you were looking for. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon for another enjoyable experience.

-Emily

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

i was very pleased with the service…

i was very pleased with the service from red letter days and will be using them again

24 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Jo!
We're delighted to hear that you were pleased with the service you received from Red Letter Days. Providing a great experience for our customers is always our goal, so it's fantastic to know we met your expectations.
We truly appreciate your support and look forward to helping you create more memorable experiences in the future.

-Emily

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Not straight forward to redeem

Although you claim it is easy to redeem vouchers, I didn't find it easy at all.

Very easy for people to purchase, not so easy for recipients.

25 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your feedback Keith. We're sorry to hear that redeeming your voucher wasn't as straightforward as it should have been.
We understand your frustration, especially when the purchase process feels easier than the redemption experience. Our goal is to make using a voucher just as simple and enjoyable as buying one, so we're disappointed to hear we fell short in your case.
Your comments have been noted and will be shared with the relevant team as we continue to review and improve our redemption process. If you're still experiencing difficulties, please reach out to our customer support team with your voucher details, and we'll be happy to help.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

-Emily

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had an amazing day with our Red…

We had an amazing day with our Red Letter Days gift, we had a full day at Mercure Hotel and Spa - 2 treatments and afternoon tea and the use of the facilities for the day. So thank you Red Letter Days gift, keep the prices low and the adventures awesome 🙌

18 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your fantastic review Valerie! We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing day using your Red Letter Days gift at the Mercure Hotel and Spa. A full day of relaxation with treatments, afternoon tea, and access to the spa facilities sounds like a wonderful experience.
It's great to know that your gift helped create such a memorable day, and we really appreciate your kind words. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We'll continue working hard to offer great value and exciting experiences for our customers.

-Emily

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The ordering was grea

The ordering was grea, last just hope the day out will be the same.

25 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your lovely review Sarah! We're delighted to hear that the ordering process was great and easy for you.
We hope your day out is just as enjoyable and lives up to your expectations. Thank you for choosing us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.

-Emily

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The customer service is brilliant

The customer service is brilliant; I just had a chat with Ruch, and she sorted out all my issues. I'm very grateful, as it's all last-minute changes. Great service.

28 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you so much for your kind words Shelly! We're delighted to hear that Ruch was able to sort out all your issues, especially with those last-minute changes.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and are glad we could provide the support you needed.

-Emily

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Gift vouchers not received, although I received confirmation

I ordered gift vouchers for someone else's birthday, I did it on the day of their birthday so they received the email on the day. Unfortunately although I received a confirmation the recipient did not receive the email. I hadn't let them know I'd sent anything, but was surprised there was not a thank you, 3 days after I asked and was told, no email. It was easily remedied by contacting customer services, but I wish they had just sent the email and he'd received the gift on his birthday, it should be a straightforward process which would be generated automatically. I was disappointed that it didn't work as planned.

24 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your feedback Mel. We're sorry to hear that the gift voucher email wasn't delivered as expected on the recipient's birthday.
We completely understand your disappointment. Purchasing a gift voucher should be a simple and reliable process, especially when it's intended for a special occasion. While we're pleased that our Customer Services team was able to resolve the issue quickly, we appreciate that this did not make up for the recipient missing the surprise on their birthday.
Your comments regarding the email delivery process are valuable, and we'll ensure this feedback is shared with the relevant team for review. We want our gift voucher service to work seamlessly and provide the experience our customers expect.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we apologise for the inconvenience caused.

-Emily

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

The instructors were very patient, the experience was fabulous, thanks to my son for the opportunity.

17 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your wonderful review Pauline!
We're delighted to hear that you had a fabulous experience and that the instructors were patient and supportive throughout. Our experience partners take great pride in creating an enjoyable and welcoming environment, so it's fantastic to know that this helped make your day so memorable.
A special thank you as well for sharing that this was a gift from your son. Experiences like these are all about creating lasting memories, and we're thrilled that you enjoyed the opportunity.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback, and we hope to help you create more amazing memories in the future!

-Emily

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic ordered a 3 super car drive…

Fantastic ordered a 3 super car drive with choise of 3 cars to drive and then a qualified driver to take round the course with photo , ordered and received an email with voucher and also a box package to make it special they loved it great fast service brilliant prices and so many activities to choose from. Thank you

24 August 2026
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Reply from Red Letter Days

Thank you for your fantastic review!
We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience purchasing the Supercar Drive package. It’s wonderful to know that the ordering process was quick and easy, and that receiving both the email voucher and presentation box helped make the gift feel extra special.
With a choice of three incredible cars, professional instructors, and photo opportunities, it really is a memorable experience, so we're delighted to hear it was so well received. We're also pleased that you found our prices competitive and enjoyed the wide range of experiences we offer.
Thank you for your kind words and for choosing us. We hope to help you find another amazing experience in the future!

-Emily

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