It pays to know the last days for online deliveries for the big brands, to make sure no-one is left without a gift under the tree on the big day.
Below are the cut-off dates for standard and premium delivery options (such as next-day and same-day services) and click-and-collect for those making last-minute store pickups.
The latest online cut-off order dates added include:
- Adidas – 21st December, express delivery
- Amazon – 23rd December, Amazon Prime members
- Ann Summers – 11:59am 22nd December, express delivery
- Clarks – 7pm 21st December, next-day delivery
- Currys – 22nd December, paid delivery (small box)
- Dunelm – 9pm 19th December (UK) and 9pm 18th December (Scotland/Northern Ireland/Jersey)
- EE Store – 5pm 19th December, express delivery
- Foot Asylum – 2pm 23rd December, next day delivery
- Hunter Boots – 12pm 20th December
- JD Sports – 20th December, express delivery
- LEGO – 2pm 19th December, express delivery
- MAC – 23:59 20th December
- Michael Kors – 19th December, express delivery
- Matalan – 10pm 22nd December, next day home delivery
- New Balance – 19th December, express delivery
- Reebok – 17th December
- SCHUH – 22nd December, next-day delivery
- The Entertainer – 7pm 20th December, express delivery
- The Perfume Shop – 1:30pm 22nd December, Royal Mail Special Delivery
- Under Armour – 2pm 19th December
- Uniqlo – 23:59 19th December, express delivery
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UK retailers still yet to release their Xmas cut-off dates include: Apple, Argos, Boots, Foot Locker, H&M, Smyths Toys, The Fragrance Shop and Zara.
The list has been put together by hotdeals.com. Dan Evans, a consumer expert at the company, says: “Christmas shopping can be a stressful time, especially when you’re juggling busy schedules and trying to find the perfect gifts.
“Our guide to Christmas order deadlines is designed to help shoppers stay organised and ensure their presents arrive on time. Whether you’re opting for next-day delivery, click-and-collect or standard shipping, we’ve compiled the key dates from the UK’s favourite retailers to take the guesswork out of last-minute shopping.
“It’s also important to remember to shop around. Many stores offer deals and discounts that can help lower the cost of Christmas shopping. It’s worth a few extra minutes of online browsing to see if a deal can be found. With some savvy planning, you can make this festive season both stress-free and budget-friendly.”
