The Short of It
Serving customers since 1974, Gifts to Britain offers an easy and cost effective way for people in Canada & the U.S. to send gift baskets, jewelry, and flowers to friends, family and business associates in the U.K.
In most cases, gift deliveries can be made within 48 hours of placing an order. The price listed for individual items are in CAD or USD depending on your selection and/or location. There are no additional charges for taxes, shipping, or duty, with the exception of order going to Northern Ireland (+$40).
Our History
The origins of the company date back to the 2nd World War when Canadians wanted to send apples to the troops overseas. They would venture out to their local Eaton’s department store where they would place their order for overseas delivery.
Given the strong ties between Canada and the U.K., the practice of sending “gifts” to friends, relatives and business associates continued and grew through Eaton’s after the war. The offerings were expanded to include gift baskets and flowers.
Following the demise of Eaton’s in the late ‘90’s, the mailing list of previous customers was purchased by a gentleman who then started the business, British Overseas Gifts.
When the website went up in 2002, the name Gifts to Britain was adopted as the URL and de facto marketing name. In 2009, the company was purchased and a new website went up in 2020. The company was then purchased again in 2022 by it’s current owner and operates out of a small town in South-Western Ontario.
Meet the Owner
Jessica Bickell is the proud owner of Gifts to Britain, a venture she acquired in September 2022. With her previous career spanning over a decade in online education and digital publishing, she brings a wealth of experience to the business.
Throughout her corporate journey, Jessica demonstrated strong leadership capabilities, effectively guiding teams of over 100 individuals and overseeing multi-million-dollar publishing projects. Her aptitude for problem-solving and tech-savviness facilitated a seamless transition to managing an online retail site.
Above all, Jessica is renowned for her personable demeanor and unwavering reliability, qualities that she takes great pride in bringing to Gifts to Britain to ensure exceptional service for valued customers.
Why Customers Choose
Gifts to Britain
For those who would like to send someone in the U.K. a gift basket or flowers, Gifts to Britain offers a very attractive proposition. Here are the major benefits:
- A local contact accessible by phone, mail, and email.
- A dependable and reputable company, having been in business since 1974.
- Choice of ordering by phone, fax, online, or mail.
- Free shipping – no additional delivery charge for delivery anywhere in the U.K.
- All prices are in Canadian or US dollars – as opposed to Pounds Sterling translated at variable rates or with additional credit card surcharges.
- No taxes (PST or GST) payable by the customer on any order. The price you see for each item is the final price you pay. As the service and goods are provided outside of the country no Canadian taxes apply.
- Quick turnaround – the majority of orders can be delivered within 48 hours
- Satisfaction is guaranteed! Should there be a problem of any nature with your order please contact us at info@Gifts-to-Britain.com or 866-926-9100 and we will make sure it is rectified.