Clerkenwell Baskets & Posies – Beautifully Crafted by Your Local Florist

Welcome to Clerkenwell Florist, your trusted local florist creating exquisite baskets and charming posies for every occasion in Clerkenwell and the surrounding areas, including Farringdon and Barbican. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or simply want to brighten someone’s day, we design our floral arrangements with genuine care and local flair.

Our talented team brings years of expertise in handcrafting fresh flowers into unique bouquets and thoughtful gift baskets. We’re proud to serve the community from our shop near Exmouth Market and just a stroll from St John's Gate, offering a truly neighbourhood-first service. Every arrangement reflects the distinctive character of Clerkenwell Green and echoes the vibrancy of our local spirit.

Enjoy our convenient same-day delivery service on all online flower orders placed before 3 PM. We know how important it is for your flowers to arrive fresh and on time – each delivery is handled by our dedicated team who know the streets of EC1 as well as we know blooms!

  • Fast and friendly same-day flower delivery in Farringdon, Barbican, and beyond
  • Hand-crafted posies and baskets for every sentiment
  • Easy to order online with local expertise you can trust
Sharing flowers is about more than a gift – it’s about connection. Choose Clerkenwell Florist for quality, creativity, and a warm touch from your local neighbourhood experts.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A bright, carefully balanced floral basket that reads as both understated and thoughtfully crafted, pictured on a pristine white background to emphasize colour and texture. Prominent are several immaculate white Gerbera daisies-broad, clean petals surrounding a bold dark brown or almost black eye-offering immediate focal points of clarity and cheer. Soft blush-pink carnations, layered and ruffled, cluster between the gerberas to introduce a romantic softness and a tactile, cloud-like quality. Interspersed throughout are smaller white and pale yellow daisy-style flowers, likely chrysanthemums or asters, which provide a generous, meadow-like fill and a sense of comforting abundance. Sprays of tiny purple-blue star flowers are tucked among the leaves, giving discreet contrasts that enliven the palette without disrupting the calm. All blooms sit within a light, woven wooden basket whose gentle arching handle frames the arrangement and adds a handcrafted, homely charm. The foliage selection is deliberate: round, silvery eucalyptus leaves bring a contemporary coolness and a subtle aromatic note; darker glossy ruscus extends outward, particularly left-leaning, forming an elegant cascade. Various other greens give fullness and depth, their different shapes creating a layered backdrop. The lighting is bright and even, accentuating the textures of each petal and the basket's weave while keeping the overall mood natural and fresh. As a local florist familiar with Clerkenwell and the lanes around Leather Lane and Farringdon, I can picture this piece arriving in a quiet Clerkenwell flat or placed as a calm, reassuring centerpiece. Clerkenwell Florist often composes such baskets for sympathy, get-well wishes, or gentle celebrations close to home.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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In a softly lit overhead capture, the Florist Choice Basket unfurls an opulent tide of flowers and foliage, priced at ?60. The palette of pinks and creams glows with a romantic warmth, while deep fuchsias add drama and depth. Lush hot pink peonies flare like velvet cushions, cloud-like hydrangeas in pale pink expand their generous blossoms, white ranunculus coil into delicate spirals, blush-cream roses unfurl their many petals, and white anemones with dark centers punctuate the composition with graphic punctuation. The arrangement is punctuated by tiny white fillers and sprigs of eucalyptus, which lend a fresh woodland breath to the bouquet. The stems are anchored in a light-coloured woven basket that reads rustic-chic, with the handle tucked beneath the mass as if cradled by the blooms themselves. A white square overlay sits over the center, presenting two lines of text. The lines read Florist Choice Basket in a sweeping script, followed by the price ?60 in a clean sans-serif. The scene exudes a mood of quiet celebration, suitable for anniversaries, birthdays, or a heartfelt gesture to say you are thinking of someone. The lighting feels like soft morning sun, and the scent of fresh petals lingers in the air. This image invites viewers to imagine same-day delivery across Clerkenwell, Farringdon, and nearby neighbourhoods, making a thoughtful gift accessible to those near Old Street and Exmouth Market. In Clerkenwell's lively streets, this bouquet would brighten a brunch table at a cafe near the Green, or accompany a dinner at a boutique restaurant, delivered with care.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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A light-coloured woven basket sits quietly against a bright white backdrop, its curved handle arching gracefully over a full display of funeral flowers that feels both carefully considered and deeply tender. The arrangement is rounded and lush, yet not overpowering, suggesting a respectful, comforting presence suitable for a service in one of Clerkenwell's historic churches. At the heart, a single creamy white rose opens in a perfect spiral, its soft, velvety petals conveying innocence, peace, and enduring affection. Flanking this central bloom, two luxurious deep purple calla lilies stretch upward, their smooth, trumpet-like forms introducing a touch of modern sophistication and solemn beauty. Interspersed among them, you can pick out delicate clematis-like flowers in shades of pale lilac and soft lavender, each with star-shaped petals and subtle yellow centres that gently light up the composition. Bright accents of yellow from freesia- or alstroemeria-style blossoms are nestled throughout, adding little bursts of cheerfulness that echo the resilient spirit of local streets around Exmouth Market. On the right edge, a vivid magenta gerbera daisy emerges, its bold, radiating petals creating a focal point that feels personal and distinctive, like one cherished memory standing out in a lifetime of stories. Every flower is anchored by an abundance of verdant greenery, from broad, glossy leaves that provide a rich foundation to finer, lighter green sprigs that soften the silhouette and add a touch of wild garden charm. A gentle shadow beneath the basket gives depth and realism to the photograph. Expertly composed in a classic condolence style, this arrangement would sit beautifully beside a casket, on a remembrance table, or delivered to a bereaved family home in Clerkenwell and the surrounding EC1 area.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Against a pure white backdrop, a light rattan basket with a smooth, curved handle presents a thoughtfully composed funeral flower arrangement, peaceful and understated in its beauty. The basket is generously filled with blooms arranged in a soft dome, so that no harsh lines break the gentle outline of the design. Creamy white roses, fully open and luxuriously petalled, form the central focus; their spiralling centres and velvety texture catch the light, giving them a soft, luminous presence. Around and between the roses, smaller white and pale yellow blossoms, similar to freesia or lisianthus, appear in loose clusters, with some buds still closed, suggesting the quiet progression of time and memory. Scattered with intention, star-like clematis flowers in pale lavender or periwinkle blue lift their pointed petals, each bloom crowned by a striking yellow-green centre that introduces a subtle hint of colour without disturbing the serenity of the palette. Encircling the flowers, layers of lush green foliage provide structure and depth: broad dark leaves frame the arrangement, while slimmer stems and lighter tips add airiness, echoing the arched line of the handle. The overall effect is soothing, combining soft whites, gentle lemon tones, and cool pastel purples into a harmonious whole. This is a basket that feels at home in Clerkenwell, perhaps placed near the front of a small city chapel or delivered to a townhouse off St John Street, offering comfort, sympathy, and respect. It brings a touch of calm, garden-like grace into a time of loss, speaking through flowers when words are difficult.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows an elegant funeral basket arrangement, crafted with the kind of care you might expect from a small, independent florist in Clerkenwell. The flowers are presented in a pale wooden basket with an elongated oval base and subtle little feet, giving it a stable yet refined presence. A matching light-coloured handle arches smoothly over the bouquet, framing the blooms without overpowering them. At the centre of the composition, creamy white roses open into full, velvety spirals, their layered petals catching the light and radiating a feeling of calm and reverence. Rich red carnations, packed with finely ruffled petals, surround the roses, adding depth, colour, and a sense of heartfelt devotion. Here and there, bi-coloured carnations appear, their pale pink and white petals delicately touched with red around the edges, bringing softness and a touch of gentle nostalgia. Smaller white flowers, reminiscent of freesias, peek through on slender stems, their bell-shaped blossoms lending an airy, uplifting quality. Supporting all of this is a dense bed of dark green foliage, with broad, glossy leaves creating a strong foundation and feathery, fern-like sprigs adding lightness and movement, like a whisper of greenery along Clerkenwell Green. The arrangement is shaped into a rounded, overflowing dome that spills gracefully over the basket's edge, suggesting generosity and care in every stem. This basket feels perfectly suited for resting near a photo at a funeral reception or memorial service in Clerkenwell, offering a dignified, tender way to honour a loved one and share quiet comfort with those in mourning.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Captured in front of a clean white backdrop, this generous bouquet appears as a perfectly rounded dome of colour and texture, as if it has been carefully sculpted by an experienced florist. The focal point is a collection of garden roses in tender pastel shades: blush pink that feels romantic, buttery yellow that radiates warmth, and soft peach that gently ties the palette together. Some roses are fully open, offering intricate spirals of petals, while others are only partway unfurled, giving the arrangement a sense of evolving beauty. Interlaced among them are airy clematis blooms in white and pale lavender, each star-shaped petal stretching out lightly, centred with a luminous yellow or white eye that brightens the whole composition. Adding contrast, stems of blue eryngium, or sea holly, rise through the softness, their spiky, metallic blue-grey flower heads bringing a striking, almost architectural quality, not unlike the creative structures around Clerkenwell's design studios. Tucked into the spaces between are rich purple lisianthus flowers and buds, their ruffled forms adding gentle depth and a velvety richness of tone. Bright red hypericum berries are scattered like little jewels, shining lightly and punctuating the pastels with bold, cheerful colour. Everything is held together by a varied bed of lush foliage, including broad, glossy leaves, finer feathery greens, and hints of deep, burgundy-toned filler that creates shadow and dimension. The balanced lighting showcases every texture and hue, making it easy to imagine this bouquet being prepared at Clerkenwell Florist for same-day delivery to an office near Farringdon or a loft apartment off St John Street, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply brightening someone's day.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Viewed straight down, this meticulously assembled circular bouquet is a study in white-on-white refinement, anchored by several expansive white lilies whose broad, trumpet-shaped petals curve outward to reveal subtle greenish stamens. Interwoven with those lilies are clusters of cream and ivory roses, many held closely in bud or with their outer petals just loosening, creating a cushion of velvety layers that contrasts with the lilies' sleek planes. Delicate clouds of Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) drift through the arrangement, adding a soft, filigree texture that blurs the edges and invites touch. Bright green leaves surface around the outer ring, their fresh colour offering a cool punctuation against the warm creams. The bouquet's symmetry and dense composition read as both formal and intimate, reflecting the careful hand of a florist who understands proportion and scent - the lilies giving a gentle, sweet perfume while the roses lend a deeper, romantic note. Photographed on a stark white background, the bouquet seems to float, its shadows minimal and its tones pure. This composition evokes rituals of celebration and remembrance alike - ideal for bridal parties, elegant centrepieces at a Clerkenwell reception, or a thoughtful gift to mark a new chapter. The craftsmanship suggests stems freshly gathered and arranged in a local workshop near St John's Square and the Leather Market.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Against a pure white background, a beautifully rounded bouquet of lilies, roses, and gypsophila appears almost to float, its colours and textures meticulously balanced. At first glance, the generous white lilies capture attention, their trumpet-shaped blooms fully open, with silky petals that curl outwards to reveal pale green centres and fine, dusted stamens. Swept around and between these lilies are clusters of soft blush pink and cream roses, petals velvety to the eye, some still held in tight buds while others spill open into layered rosettes that give the bouquet a full, embracing feel. Adding a bold note are fuchsia Oriental lilies, similar to Stargazer varieties, their deep magenta petals marked with darker speckles and framed with lighter pink edges, creating vibrant focal points that punctuate the pastel tones. Delicate sprays of white baby's breath are generously threaded through the design, forming a mist-like halo that softens the dense arrangement and lends a light, romantic air. Slim green leaves and stems peek just beyond the blossoms, suggesting freshness and natural structure without overwhelming the florals. Bright, even lighting illuminates every petal and tiny flower, allowing you to almost sense the gentle fragrance one might notice walking past a florist on Clerkenwell Road or near Farringdon station. The bouquet's overall impression is one of sophisticated celebration, equally suited to a wedding at a nearby town hall, an anniversary dinner in a Clerkenwell restaurant, or a thoughtful delivery to a loft apartment overlooking Hatton Garden, where its elegant mix of whites and pinks would feel perfectly at home.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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A lush, rounded tribute of blush-pink roses and pristine white freesias sits centered on a pure white background, crafted in a dense, cushion-like shape with no stems visible-only a tapestry of blooms and foliage. The pink roses vary from wide-open, velvety heads showing layered petals to smaller spray roses in softer tones that create depth and rhythmic repetition; interwoven are sprays of white freesia, some bells fully revealed, others slender and closed, lending a subtle sweet fragrance that brightens the composition. Rich, deep-green leaves (likely salal or ruscus) provide a solid, glossy backdrop while variegated foliage with creamy margins (suggestive of Pittosporum) lifts the lightness of the palette and adds gentle contrast. The arrangement feels tactile-soft, plush, and intentionally compact-its textures and tones highlighted by a natural, diffused light that accentuates petal translucence and the freesia's delicate throats. As a seasoned Clerkenwell florist I picture this piece delivered from Clerkenwell Florist to communities around Exmouth Market, Farringdon Road, or nearby Hatton Garden, chosen for moments that call for tender expression: a memorial table, a bedside gesture, or a quiet birthday greeted in pale morning light. The composition balances sympathy and quiet celebration, combining longevity with immediate visual comfort; its carefully chosen elements convey solace and understated elegance, inviting touch, breath, and a moment of stillness in bustling local streets.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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