Bloomsbury BASKETS / POSIES

Welcome to Bloomsbury Florist, your friendly neighbourhood florist in Bloomsbury. We specialise in crafting exquisite flowers for every occasion, with a beautiful collection of baskets and posies designed to brighten your moments. Our local team of floral experts brings years of experience, blending creativity with a deep knowledge of local tastes across Bloomsbury, Russell Square, Fitzrovia, and even as far as King's Cross and the historic British Museum area.

Whether you want to celebrate, comfort, or simply delight, we hand-select the freshest blooms, many sourced from trusted growers, to ensure every arrangement delivers maximum joy. Our same-day delivery service is available until 3 PM, so you can count on us for prompt and reliable service every time you order online. From thoughtful posies perfect for a quick pick-me-up near Torrington Place, to bountiful baskets ready to impress in Brunswick Square, each bouquet is created with care, passion, and our signature Bloomsbury touch.

  • Same-day flower delivery until 3 PM
  • Expert local florists, trusted in Bloomsbury
  • Delivering smiles across Bloomsbury, Russell Square & Fitzrovia

Choose Bloomsbury Florist for baskets and posies that express your sentiments with elegance and warmth. Visit us or order online to experience authentic, locally-inspired floral craft… from our Bloomsbury hearts to your hands.

Our Customer Support Team works closely with the Funeral Directors to ensure timely and precise delivery.

BASKETS / POSIES
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this image, a beautifully arranged funeral flower basket rests against a plain white backdrop, allowing the soft interplay of colours and textures to take centre stage. The basket is a light cream or off-white weave, its curved handle rising in a simple arc that frames the blooms without overpowering them. Central to the arrangement is a creamy white rose, perfectly formed with layered petals that seem to fold one into another, conveying peace and remembrance. Flanking this rose, two deep purple calla lilies gently twist upwards, their sleek, trumpet-like forms adding sculptural interest and a sense of dignified grace. Between these focal points, star-shaped clematis-like flowers in tones of pale lilac and lavender are scattered, each with a tiny yellow heart, giving the composition an airy, almost poetic feel. Clusters of yellow and white blossoms, similar to alstroemeria or freesia, are nestled throughout, their smaller blooms brightening the palette and hinting at warmth, kindness, and shared memories. On the right-hand edge, a single fuchsia or magenta gerbera daisy stands out, its vibrant petals creating a subtle focal note that suggests the unique personality of the person being honoured. All the flowers emerge from a generous bed of greenery, including broad, glossy dark leaves and finer, lighter green stems that curl around the blooms and spill softly over the basket's edge. The lighting is even and calm, with a faint shadow grounding the basket on the surface. The effect is of a carefully considered tribute, ideal for funerals, memorial services, or quiet gatherings in Bloomsbury, close to the squares, churches, and historic buildings where families come together to say goodbye with flowers.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Set against a pure white background, this refined funeral flower basket carries the same poised, bookish charm that defines much of Bloomsbury. The light beige wicker basket, with its gently curved handle, holds a full, rounded mass of flowers that seem to float like a pastel cloud. Dominating the arrangement are large, creamy white roses, their petals open and layered, catching the light in a way that emphasises their softness and grace. Threading between them are star-shaped clematis blooms in muted lavender and pale periwinkle, each centred with a small burst of yellow-green that adds a delicate point of focus, much like a candle in a quiet chapel. Around these, clusters of white and pale yellow flowers-freely arranged, freesia-like, and sometimes ruffled at the edges-contribute both volume and intricate texture, suggesting subtle fragrance and the gentle rustle of petals. Some of these smaller blooms are still in bud, a reminder of continuity and the living bonds that remain after loss. Encircling the flowers, lush dark green foliage spreads in layered tones, from deep, glossy leaves that anchor the design to finer, lighter green stems that soften its outline, reminiscent of leafy corners around Brunswick Square. The arrangement feels calm, composed, and deeply considered, the work of a florist used to preparing tributes for thoughtful communities, from university halls to local residences. It would sit comfortably at a memorial table, a crematorium chapel, or as a sympathy gift delivered across Bloomsbury, offering tender reassurance and understated elegance.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a carefully composed sympathy basket, perfect for a funeral or memorial gathering in and around Bloomsbury. The arrangement rests in a light wooden basket with a shallow, oval profile and four unobtrusive feet, giving it a delicately raised stance. Its smooth, arched handle frames the flowers and adds a sense of gentle enclosure, like a protective arm around the blooms. Inside, the flowers are arranged in a full, rounded mound that just spills over the rim, conveying generosity without excess. Creamy white roses appear throughout, fully open and velvety, their spiralling petals suggesting tranquillity and loving remembrance. Nestled amongst them are clusters of deep red carnations, their frilled petals providing texture and emotional intensity, balanced by softer pink and subtly variegated carnations whose edges are kissed with hints of red. These transitional tones lend the arrangement a nuanced, layered look rather than stark contrast. Threaded gently through the main flowers are slender stems of small white blossoms, similar to freesias, with delicate bell-shaped blooms that lift the composition and add a feeling of light and air. The flowers are anchored in a substantial bed of lush, dark green foliage, including broad, glossy leaves that provide shape and stability, and fine, feathery fern-like greenery that softens the silhouette and adds a natural, slightly wild grace. Against the clean white background, every detail stands out clearly, evoking the sense of a tribute lovingly prepared by Bloomsbury Florist for a farewell service near the British Museum, a quiet chapel off Great Russell Street, or a contemplative gathering in a Russell Square townhouse.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Against a clean, white backdrop, a beautifully rounded bouquet appears like a vivid splash of garden colour, its dome shape carefully composed yet wonderfully natural. The heart of the arrangement is made up of garden roses in an elegant gradient of blush pink, mellow yellow, and soft peach, each flower lush with tightly layered petals. Some roses are wide open, creating swirling centers that invite the eye inward, while others remain gently cupped, as if just on the verge of unfolding. Woven among these romantic blooms are clematis flowers in white and lilac tones, their long, pointed petals giving the design a starry, airy quality. At the center of each clematis, bright yellow stamens catch the light, adding tiny bursts of sunshine. Blue eryngium spikes break through the softness, their thistle-like, metallic blue-grey heads bringing a cool, contemporary edge, reminiscent of sculptural plantings you might spot in a small urban garden just off Bedford Place. Tucked between the roses and clematis, deep purple lisianthus adds richness and depth, some blossoms still tightly furled, others beginning to curl open with a gentle ruffle. Bright red hypericum berries are scattered thoughtfully through the bouquet, their smooth, rounded clusters giving cheerful sparks of contrasting colour. All of this sits within a generous frame of foliage: glossy green leaves, wispy feathery sprigs, and notes of plum-toned greens that add dimension and a slightly moody undertone. The composition feels balanced and thoughtful, like a bouquet chosen for a Bloomsbury book launch, a quiet graduation celebration near the university, or a heartfelt thank-you gift, brought to life by local florists who understand both classic beauty and modern London style.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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COMPASSION POSY
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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