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About Virginia Hayward
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A Virginia Hayward hamper makes the perfect gift for family and friends whatever the occasion. Our hampers are also sent by thousands of businesses every year as a well appreciated corporate gift to staff, clients and business partners.
Established in 1984 by Virginia and Geoff Hayward in Dorset, England. Virginia Hayward started as a small cottage enterprise and has since grown to be a leader in the luxury wine and food hamper industry. The business remains wholly family-owned and managed and employs over 115 full-time staff, with that figure tripling in the weeks before Christmas.
Over 40 years of supplying and building hampers for some of the most prestigious companies in the UK has given us immeasurable experience in the field. Throughout our significant growth our company ethos has remained the same and is deep-rooted in all that we do:
“To source and supply high quality, beautifully presented luxury food and wine hampers that are reliably delivered and delightfully received in a timely manner and are supported by impeccable levels of customer service.”
Whether your after a Christmas hamper, a birthday present, thank you gift, celebration or other special event gifts, you'll find the perfect hamper to suit your needs and match your budget at Virginia Hayward.
Shop now at Virginia Hayward today and find the perfect gift hamper with fast UK delivery to loved ones, friends and business associates.
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Virginia Hayward, Boundary House, SP7 9BT, Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
- 01747 851 515
- sales@virginiahayward.com
- www.virginiahayward.com
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Appalling delivery service via…
Appalling delivery service via FedEx…gift (which did finally arrive and was appreciated when it did) was due on Thursday morning prior to a staff member leaving the company. Not only did it not arrive but I had to ring on Thursday afternoon, Friday lunchtime and eventually Tuesday of this week only to be told the same thing each time - it’s due for delivery by 6pm tonight…every. Single. Time. I won’t use this company again as they’ve proved unreliable to deliver on the date promised … go and learn how to do it from Amazon!

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The hamper was delivered to my…
The hamper was delivered to my husband's brother for his 80th birthday. He was thrilled with the hamper, it was delivered on time and was a great success.
We ordered prosecco and chocolate to be…
We ordered prosecco and chocolate to be delivered to a newly engaged couple. After several days nothing had arrived. When we raised it with Virginia Hayward they claimed it had bed delivered. When we queried this they sent a photo from the courier showing a bundle of parcels lying on the ground of the common area of the building. No attempt was made to deliver to the flat. I raised this with Virginia Hayward but they have not responded.
In response, I emailed Virginia Hayward on 28th April but the message was blocked. I have resent several times since but each one is blocked.

Reply from Virginia Hayward
Smooth ordering and delivery
Delivered as arranged and informed me of the person who signed for it.
A great selection for all occasions
A great selection for all occasions. Delivery went without a hitch, and our friend who it was for was extremely happy with it.
Very good purchase im sure the person i…
Very good purchase im sure the person i brought it for will love it thank you
This delivery took too long
This delivery took too long - it was intended as a birthday present and delivery was promised within 48 hours and the address was in soho. It took 5 days and so was a bit of a fizzer.
Just checked with the recipient. They confirm the hamper was delivered on the 11th - I also received a confirmation email on the 11th. The tracking may therefore show it was received after hours at a business address?

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Always delivered on time and the…
Always delivered on time and the recipient enjoyed the produce. Thank you.
Quick delivery of Gift Hamper
Speedy delivery, great products - unfortunately there were a few substitutions in the hamper. It would have been nice to know in advance which products weren't available or have a choice on the substitutions, but they were of similar quality and value so overall very happy.
Thank you gift
I ordered a hamper as a thank you so didn't see it myself
It was easy to order and add a personalised message
The recipient sent me a thank you and said the flap jack was delicious
Very happy
You have done very well my grandson was…
You have done very well my grandson was very happy because we got birthday hamper on Saturday thanks.
My friend was delighted and surprised…
My friend was delighted and surprised to receive champagne and chocolate on her 80th birthday. All in good order.
A Hamper gif for a friend…
We ordered a hamper to give to a friend for her birthday. The contents were just as the brochure described, looked very delicious! The order was placed in the afternoon prior to the delivery the following late morning. The parcel was tracked and arrived virtually to the minute. Excellent service!
Good choice of products and excellent…
Good choice of products and excellent customer experience.
Lovely hamper, dissapointed the message wasn’t sent with it.
The hamper was lovely, however there was no message sent with it, although we’d asked for one to be included, so the recipient didn’t know who it was from. Evri also left it outside which I’m not sure was best for food stuff.

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Great choices and good quality…
Great choices and good quality products, delivered on time.
Everything about this family business…
Everything about this family business is truly good you can be sure you will be pleased with whatever you purchase from order to deliver items are well packaged and presented and great value for your money I will definitely continue to shop here again from my last experience truly a great family business well done to all dk
Cheese and wine gift
Very good service, delivered on time and the recipient was very happy
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