Welcome to November at Hilltop! With the festive season just around the corner, we’ve put together an exciting range of special offers to help you find everything you need for the perfect Christmas, from unique stocking fillers to seasonal must-haves. Here's what's in store for you this month at our garden centre just outside Clacton-on-Sea.
3 for £10 on Christmas-Themed Ales
One of the season’s most fun treats, our pantry is now stocked with a selection of Bottle Shop Christmas-themed ales at £3.99 each, or 3 for £10! These ales aren’t just delicious — they’re wonderfully festive, featuring quirky (and hilarious!) names like Grumpy Santa, Bah Humbug, North Pole, Snoring Snoozer, Stuffed Turkey, Pull a Cracker, New Year’s Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day. Each bottle brings its own holiday cheer(s), making them perfect for your family get togethers at Christmas or as small gifts for beer lovers. Swing by our foodie section, and don’t forget to grab a couple of your favourites for an extra dash of Christmas spirit!
Save £2 on Cottage Delight: Five Foodie Flavours – Now £9.99!
For food lovers, our Cottage Delight gift set is a real crowd-pleaser. Reduced from £11.99 to £9.99, each set includes five jars with cheese accompaniments including chutneys, pickles, pate, and sweet treats like jams and lemon curd. Whether you’re gifting it to a foodie friend or keeping it to enjoy with family, there's something for everyone, and they make great gifts to bring along to family gatherings at Christmas and New Year. Visit us at Hilltop to pick up your Cottage Delight set — it’s a simple, thoughtful way to spread a little festive foodie fun.
Jane Austin Christmas Socks – £2.99 or 2 for £5!
When it comes to classic Christmas stocking fillers, you can’t go wrong with our Jane Austin Christmas socks, available individually at £2.99 or 2 for £5! With fun, colourful designs featuring a snowman, gingerbread man, reindeer, and penguins, these cosy socks make the ideal small gift for friends and family—or a treat for yourself! Whether you’re tucking them into a stocking or wearing them on a winter's night in, they’re a great way to bring a bit of festive fun to Christmas. Stop by our clothing section and find your favourite pair!
NOMA Crackle Ball Stake Lights – Now £15.00 While Stocks Last
Light up your garden with a magical glow this winter with our NOMA Crackle Ball Stake Lights. Available in warm white or purple, this set of three lights has been reduced from £31.99 to £15.00, so it’s the perfect time to grab them before they’re gone. With 135 LEDs spread across the three stakes, they create a beautiful ambiance for any outdoor space. Each stake stands at 71cm tall, spaced 50cm apart, with a 10m lead cable for flexible placement. These lights are ideal for adding charm to pathways, flower beds, or as a focal point in the garden. Their durability and beautiful design will carry you through the festive season and they make great Christmas gifts!
Narcissus Bulbs – 1.5kg for £6.99 or 2 for £12
Thanks to the unseasonably warm weather, there's still time to plant spring bulbs! This month, you can pick up a 1.5kg bag for £6.99, or pick up two bags for just £12! Planting them now will reward you with bright, cheerful blooms in early spring, bringing a hint of sunshine and warmth to your garden after winter. Narcissus is easy to grow and requires little maintenance, making it a wonderful choice for any garden, whether you're an experienced gardener or a novice. Pop by our bulb section and grab a couple of bags to plant before the first frosts appear.
November Rewards Club Offer: Free Helleborus ‘Christmas Carol’
This November, we’re offering our lovely Rewards Club members a festive treat — a free Helleborus niger ‘Christmas Carol’! With delicate, white blooms crowned with bright yellow stamens, this classic herbaceous perennial brings a touch of elegance to your winter garden, flowering beautifully from December till mid-spring, often just in time for Christmas. Valued at £5.99, it’s yours for free when you spend £10 or more in-store — simply show your email voucher at the till.
The Helleborus ‘Christmas Carol’ is a hardy choice that thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil, making it perfect for beds or containers. Plant it at soil level, with room for the roots to spread, and enjoy its bright flowers through the darker months. If you haven’t joined yet, signing up for the Hilltop Rewards Club is easy and free — just pop by in-store or register online to claim your free plant each month.
November’s special offers are just a taste of what we have here at Hilltop. Don’t forget to visit our Essex garden centre to see these offers and explore our full range of Christmas gifts. We’re always here to help you make the most of your visit, whether you’re picking up a last-minute present or looking for inspiration for your garden. We hope to see you soon!
