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Sitting down to a festive feast on Christmas Day is not complete without a cracker to pull as you gather round the table.
Gone are the days of flimsy hats and bad plastic toys, this year’s options are bigger and better than ever before.
Ranging from fun, quirky designs filled with games and toys to high-end, beauty crackers containing the latest products, crackers have become the latest way to express yourself (and impress your guests) during the festive season.
This year, more brands than ever have released their own version of the humble Christmas cracker and their designs go far beyond the traditional green and red. There are bright patterns and colours to bring flair to your tablescape and complement any festive theme.
Brands are also keeping sustainability in mind. Christmas crackers of the past were incredibly bad for the environment and recyclable materials and gifts were unheard of but now, more options are cropping up. Whether it’s refillable and reusable fabric designs or 100% plastic-free options, the latest crackers are offering more to eco-conscious shoppers.
Ready to buy your crackers for the table but need some inspiration? Read on to see our top picks for the best Christmas crackers for 2024.
Toile Christmas Crackers (Set of 6)
If your Christmas Day tabletop calls for some incredibly luxurious and ultra feminine crackers then consider the Harrods Toile Christmas Crackers. Inside you’ll find high-quality keepsake gifts like a spherical tea infuser or chip fork keychain.
BUY NOW FOR £60 AT HARRODS
Red & Gold Stars Crackers (Set of 8)
Featuring a red and gold star pattern and gold raffia ties, these M&S crackers will finish off any festive tablescape nicely. Inside each one is a wooden decoration, hat, joke and conversation starter.
BUY NOW FOR £15 AT M&S
Pack of 8 Winter Robin Crackers
Elevate your dining experience this festive season with these charming Winter Robin Crackers. Adorned with a delightful robin and foliage design, these eco-friendly crackers include three printed fortune cards for a fun-filled family game, a joke sheet, a red tissue hat, and a snap.
BUY NOW FOR £6 AT DUNELM
Christmas Crackers (Set of 6)
For beauty lovers that adore Christmas, consider the Sculpted By Aimee crackers for your dinner table. Each contains a mini best-selling product including the glow-boosting Beauty Base primer and hydrating Cloud Cream moisturiser.
BUY NOW FOR £50 AT SCULPTED BY AIMEE
Luxury Christmas Crackers (Set of 6)
The Aspinal of London crackers are next-level luxurious. Each cracker features a tasteful navy or white printed design and is filled with thoughtful gifts such as, Aspinal of London’s own delicious honey and a chic leather bookmark.
BUY NOW FOR £125 AT ASPINAL OF LONDON
Mini Chocolate Crackers (Set of 10)
Give your dinner guests something sweet for afters with the Hotel Chocolat Mini Chocolate Crackers. Containing ten mini crackers, each with a chocolate inside, they’re a guaranteed winner for any tabletop.
BUY NOW FOR £19.95 AT HOTEL CHOCOLAT
Black & White Foliage Luxury Crackers (Set of 6)
If you’re going for a monochrome theme this Christmas then say hello to the Sainsbury’s Black & White Foliage Luxury Crackers. Each is filled with a paper hat, novelty surprise and a funny one-liner to start the festive fun.
BUY NOW FOR £12 AT SAINSBURY’S
Holly & Mistletoe Luxury Fill Your Own Christmas Crackers (Set of 6)
Make this Christmas more personal and ill the Holly & Mistletoe Luxury Fill Your Own Christmas Crackers from John Lewis & Partners with your own thoughtful gifts. We love the traditional holly and mistletoe print and red ribbon ties.
BUY NOW FOR £8 AT JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS
Bottle Shaped Christmas Crackers (Set of 6)
If you want something a bit different for your Christmas lunch tabletop this year, try the Lakeland Bottle Shaped Christmas Crackers. Each novelty bottle contains a joke, hat and festive wine bottle charm.
BUY NOW FOR £24.99 AT LAKELANDThese will impress your guests this Christmas – and look gorgeous on the table too.
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