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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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Purchase on the phone to Thorntons

Jason treated me with professionalism and had a friendly manner. He went above and beyond. Thank you

9 December 2025
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We’re so pleased to hear Jason 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

Ordered multiple Christmas boxes as…

Ordered multiple Christmas boxes as presents. Unfortunately one of the boxes had opened in transit. Contacted Customer Support this evening and within a short time Chelsea replied and is sending me a replacement box. Great customer service!

9 December 2025
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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

Thank you Chelsea for helping me with my order

Thank you Chelsea for helping me with my order today. I really appreciate your help and advice.
Will certainly use Thorntons again. Customer care excellent.
Thanks
Tom.

9 December 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!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a problem getting into my account

Had a problem getting into my account, one email and the lovely Chelsea sorted me out and I got to place my order, great service and I would definitely recommend Thornton's, yum yum

9 December 2025
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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

The response from Customer services was…

The response from Customer services was a very positive experience.
Fast reply, very polite and resolved the issue immediately without question.

8 December 2025
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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

Always loved Thorntons

Always loved Thorntons, but love them even more now. Ordered some gifts online, when one arrived already opened, it was replaced without quibble. Thank you Thorntons!

8 December 2025
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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

Great quality chocolates

Great quality chocolates ! Have ordered multiple times from Thortons, quick easy & fast purchase/deliverys ! Any time i've had to contsct them about my order (through no fault of their own) they have always been so helpful.

6 December 2025
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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

Delivery Problem

I had problem with my delivery and had to e mail Customer Service. The person who dealt with my delivery was extremely helpful, friendly and kept me informed on progress. She was a delight to correspond with. Excellent service thank you

27 November 2025
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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

Had a problem with my order

Had a problem with my order, contacted Thornton's and Chelsea sorted it straight away👍

4 December 2025
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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

Good old fashioned service

Although I got sent the wrong order, it was very quickly rectified and a replacement sent straight away. With the very good service, prices and fast delivery, I wouldn't hesitate to buy direct in the future.

3 December 2025
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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 love Thorntons chocolates

I love Thorntons chocolates, have been buying it for myself for over 30 years. Gorgeous confectionery, great deals to be had, I got 15% off & free delivery on my order for cyber Monday deals. Customer service interaction is phenomenal, big thanks to Anissa who helped me so much when my free delivery didn't go through. Delivery is usually quick, my last order took a bit longer than usual but worth the wait. Miss having the shops in the high street.

4 December 2025
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Reply from Thorntons

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

My order was lost at the royal mail and…

My order was lost at the royal mail and when I phoned the lady was really nice she replaced my order without any hassle.
Brilliant customer service

3 December 2025
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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

Very effecient service

My item arrived without the personalisation I had requested but Chelsea handled it in a perfect and effecient way. She resolved my query within 12 hours of me contacting customer care and I was very grateful for the way she dealt with it.

3 December 2025
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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

Missing Discount

Ordered some bags of chocolate for a birthday during Black Friday when there was 15% off. I also had a discount code for signing up which knocked off the postage. However it was only after I had bought the items the discount hadn’t been taken off - I was in a bit of a rush as the Viennese truffles kept going out of stock! However I contacted the customer care team and Chelsea advised she could refund me the difference. Great service so far (chocolates and refund pending)!

3 December 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!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

Customer service excellent when there was a mistake on my order .

3 December 2025
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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

Great product and great service.

My order was easy to place and arrived promptly.
There was a minor error in my order when it arrived, I emailed customer service and was helped quickly and efficiently.
The error was rectified immediately and a replacement sent out.
Excellent customer service and fantastic products.

1 December 2025
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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

Chelsea in Customer Services was great …

I had to reach out to customer services after an issue with my order. I sent an email and Chelsea replied same day and provided me with all of the information I needed along with a resolution which I was happy with. She was very pleasant and attentive and an asset to Thorntons! Thank so much Chelsea for all of your help!

1 December 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!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Chelsea - an exceptional Customer Service Advisor

I love Thorntons chocolate covered special toffee, but more often than not, it is out of stock when I go on the website, so I have to contact Customer Services to find out when it is stock. I had been sent a discount code, but it ran out before the toffee boxes I wanted were back in stock.
A lovely lady called Chelsea, not only told me when they would be back in stock, but sorted my order so that I got the discount offer I was originally emailed.
Her personal customer service deserves 5 stars. She was so helpful & efficient and my order was placed & paid for easily. Thank you Chelsea.

3 December 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!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had problems with my order

Had problems with my order being cancelled rang customer service 3 times on 4th call I made i spoke to Chelsea who I must say is very pleasant she sorted out the issue and said she has sent out my order awaiting delivery but I must say Chelsea is very professional and a pleasure to deal with an asset to the company

3 December 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!
Lewis @ Thorntons

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Error made but rectified promptly …

Incorrect order sent but prompt email of apology and correct order sent with no charge. Excellent service - thank you.

28 November 2025
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Reply from Thorntons

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

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