Christmas Tubs Arrive in the UK

Christmas has officially landed in UK supermarkets as this year’s festive chocolate tubs begin appearing on shelves. From Celebrations to Quality Street, Heroes to Roses, the nation’s favourite tubs are back — and early shoppers are already stocking up for the season.

If you’re planning ahead, you can browse early festive treats: Shop Christmas chocolate tubs.

⭐ Which Christmas Tubs Are Back for 2026?

The classic four tubs have now begun rolling out across major retailers:

• Heroes
• Celebrations
• Quality Street
• Roses

For more festive food inspiration, explore our Christmas Food hub.

🛒 Sizes, Prices & Early Availability

Early‑season pricing is already appearing, with most tubs landing between £3.50 and £5, depending on retailer promotions.

You’ll typically see the first arrivals at:

• Major supermarkets
• Discount retailers
• Online grocery platforms

If you prefer to shop online, early stock is already appearing on Tesco: Check Christmas tub prices.

Stock levels increase significantly from late August through October, with multi‑buy offers expected to follow.

🎁 What’s New for This Year?

Retailers are beginning to confirm:

• Updated packaging designs
• Minor recipe or assortment tweaks
• Exclusive in‑store bundles
• Early promotional pricing

These small changes help drive excitement as shoppers look for the best value ahead of the festive rush.

🎅 Why Christmas Tubs Are a UK Favourite

For many households, the arrival of chocolate tubs signals the unofficial start of Christmas. They’re ideal for:

• Family gatherings
• Movie nights
• Office treats
• Stocking fillers
• Early cupboard stocking

Their affordability, nostalgia, and share‑friendly format make them one of the most‑searched Christmas food items every year.

For more festive treat ideas, browse our Christmas Treats guide.

As more retailers update their festive ranges, we’ll keep this guide refreshed with the latest prices, sizes and early deals on this year’s tubs.