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We’ve all been there. A final dash around the shops late on Christmas Eve, pushing your way past frantic shoppers to grab whatever presents you can find.
But what if things could be different this year?
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If you always leave your Christmas shopping until the last minute, then it might be handy to arm yourself with final delivery dates, so you can relax with a glass of Baileys at home instead of braving the crowds.
To make sure you're prepared for the busy festive period, a number of UK retailers have shared the final cut-off dates for Christmas orders, from Amazon and John Lewis to GAME. These include standard and premium options such as next-day delivery, same-day delivery, and click and collect - so there's no room for excuses.
Scroll down to find final delivery dates for top retailers below, we'll update the list as more confirmations drop over the coming days.
Last order dates for Christmas presents 2024
Amazon
23 December, Amazon Prime members only. You can sign up to a free trial here.
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For those who don't have Prime membership, it varies from product to product but the retailer has reintroduced handy green 'stickers' across its products. These indicate whether or not a product will arrive in time for Christmas, with estimated delivery dates available.
Red stickers warn customers if a product will not arrive in time for the big day. These stickers can be found on the right hand side of the product description.
John Lewis
19 December, delivery by end of Christmas Eve
24 December by 6pm, click and collect
Selfridges
19 December, standard delivery
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22 December, next-day delivery
23 December, same-day delivery
M&S
Clothing: 23 December, delivery and collection
Hampers: 22 December, delivery and collection
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Flowers: 23 December, delivery and collection
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22 December by 8pm, final delivery before Christmas
GAME
19 December, standard and oversized delivery
The Entertainer
18 December by 7pm, standard delivery
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20 December by 7pm, express delivery
20 December by 2pm, click and collect
Dunelm
19 December by 9pm, standard UK delivery
22 December by 6pm, express delivery (UK/Scotland/Northern Ireland/Jersey)
19 December, standard click and collect
20 December, standard delivery
22 December, fastest click and collect
23 December, fastest delivery
Waterstones
18 December by 2pm, second class (includes free delivery)
20 December by 2pm, first class
Note: Free, two-hour click and collect service will be open until Christmas Eve
Disney Store
18 December, UK standard delivery
20 December by 12pm, UK express delivery
The Perfume Shop
20 December, standard delivery
22 December by 9pm, express delivery
20 December, Royal Mail collection point order
22 December by 1.30pm, Royal Mail special delivery
SCHUH
18 December by midnight, standard delivery
22 December by midnight, next-day delivery
MAC Cosmetics
20 December by midnight, standard delivery
23 December by 4pm, next-day delivery
Nike
22 December by 4.59pm, final delivery before Christmas
Adidas
16 December, click and collect
19 December, standard delivery and to a collection point
21 December, express delivery
LEGO
19 December by 8pm, standard shipping
20 December by 2pm, express delivery
JD Sports
18 December, standard delivery
21 December, UK next-day delivery
20 December, express delivery
24 December, same-day click and collect
Superdrug
23 December by 8pm, next-day delivery
LUSH
19 December by 12pm, standard delivery
22 December by 12pm, next-day delivery
Playstation Direct
17 December by 3pm, express delivery in time for Christmas Eve
Currys
18 December, free delivery (small box)
22 December, paid delivery (large box)
22 December, free next-day delivery (small box)
24 December, order and collect
ASDA George
18 December, standard delivery
21 December, named delivery
21 December, free click and collect
22 December, next-day delivery
Matalan
19 December by midnight, standard delivery and click and collect
22 December by 10pm, next-day delivery and click and collect
Very
23 December by 11.59pm, next day click and collect (small items) and next day delivery (large items).
Where to buy Christmas presents for everyone you know 2024
If you’re looking at your Christmas list and wondering where the hell to start, don’t worry - we’ve got you covered this year. With gift ideas for men, women, kids and home, there’s something for every age group and budget - and even a few cheeky discounts among them. Before you hit the shops, have a read of our ultimate Christmas gift guide 2024 here.
Happy shopping!
Danielle Fowler