Baskets & Posies Arranged by Florist Charing Cross

Welcome to Florist Charing Cross – your trusted local florist for exquisite flowers, hand-crafted baskets and delicate posies in Charing Cross and nearby neighbourhoods such as Covent Garden, Soho, and Embankment. With a team born and bred right here in the centre of London, we understand how to translate your sentiments into naturally beautiful bouquets and arrangements that always make a memorable statement.

Surrounded by landmarks like Trafalgar Square and the bustling Strand, our flower studio is passionate about sourcing the freshest seasonal blooms. Whether you’re seeking a cheerful basket for a gesture of thanks or a gentle posy for heartfelt sympathy, you can trust our years of floral experience and artistry to create something truly special for every occasion.

We know life moves fast in the West End—which is why we offer same-day delivery across Charing Cross and all our favourite local streets, right up until 3 PM. Simply order online and let us handle the rest with care and a friendly local touch.

  • Locally-crafted baskets & posies with seasonal flowers
  • Same-day flower delivery available until 3 PM
  • Free personalised message with every order

Let Florist Charing Cross help you say it in flowers—beautifully arranged, delivered promptly, and always with heart.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully composed woven basket of soft white and blush blooms, described with the calm precision of a local florist working near Trafalgar Square. The arrangement centres on several immaculate white Gerbera daisies whose dark, almost black discs provide a striking contrast to their luminous petals, while clusters of delicate blush-pink carnations add a plush, romantic texture that softens the composition. Interspersed throughout are plentiful small white and pale yellow daisy-like flowers - likely spray chrysanthemums or asters - which pad the arrangement and keep the eye moving. Scattered sprigs of tiny purplish-blue flowers offer a cool punctuation against the warmer tones, and a variety of fresh greenery completes the picture: rounded, silvery eucalyptus leaves bring a modern, calming note and a faint, pleasant scent; glossy ruscus stems spill over the left side, creating an elegant trailing line that suggests motion. Everything sits in a pale, handwoven wicker basket topped with a curved wooden handle, evoking a gentle, handmade quality. The even, bright lighting in the photograph highlights each petal's fine texture and the subtle interplay of matte and glossy leaves. As an experienced florist serving Charing Cross and the Strand, I see this basket as versatile - appropriate for comforting a bereaved family, brightening a bedside on a get-well visit, or offering a quietly celebratory gift after a small, intimate event - with craftsmanship that reads honest and sincere.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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From Florist Charing Cross comes an overhead, sun-dappled close-up of a Florist Choice Basket that seems to breathe with color and scent. The white woven basket holds an exuberant medley of flowers and foliage. Dominant are large hot pink peonies, their ruffled petals catching the light; they sit beside white ranunculus with tightly wound layers, fluffy pale pink hydrangeas forming soft clouds, and blush-cream roses lending timeless romance. White anemones with dark centers punctuate the arrangement, while hints of peach amaryllis and soft green eucalyptus weave through, adding texture and a whisper of woodland freshness. The bouquet feels plush yet curated, as if a joyful afternoon in Covent Garden had been translated into florals, balancing romance with a touch of urban charm. The hues shift between magenta, cream, and powdery pink against fresh greens, inviting a second, longer look. A clean white square overlay sits over the heart of the display, carrying Florist Choice Basket in elegant script and the price ?60 in bold. The handle of the basket peeks through, softened by petals, while the arrangement maintains a rustic-elegant balance that would suit anniversaries, birthdays, or a special delivery to brighten a day in Whitehall or the Strand. Located in central London, Florist Charing Cross ensures this rich bouquet can be delivered with care across nearby districts, from Covent Garden and Trafalgar Square to the Embankment and Holborn, including same-day options as needed. The image embodies craft, freshness, and generosity, a tangible expression of style and sentiment that a recipient along the river or near St James's Park would treasure.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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A serene funeral flower basket is set against a crisp white backdrop, the simple setting allowing every petal and leaf to be clearly seen, as if it were resting in a quiet chapel off the Strand. The basket itself is woven in a pale, creamy tone, with an elegant arching handle that frames the flowers like a gentle halo. At the heart of the design lies a single, prominent creamy white rose, its tightly layered petals unfolding in perfect symmetry, symbolising purity and love. Two velvety calla lilies in deep purple rise nearby with graceful, trumpet-like curves, their rich colour echoing the formality and respect associated with farewell services around Charing Cross and Embankment. Scattered between them, airy clematis blossoms in shades of soft lavender and pale lilac add star-like shapes and a delicate, almost weightless presence. Small clusters of yellow and white filler blooms, reminiscent of freesia or alstroemeria, tuck into the spaces between, bringing a quiet brightness and subtle movement, as if catching a ray of light from a nearby stained-glass window. To the right, a single magenta gerbera-style flower adds a poignant pop of colour, like a treasured memory standing out among many. The whole arrangement is supported by abundant green foliage-glossy, rounded leaves and finer, lighter green sprigs-which forms a lush, mounded base and enhances the basket's full, rounded profile. Crafted with care suitable for a memorial service, crematorium chapel, or home condolence delivery around Charing Cross, this arrangement blends white, purple, yellow, and magenta tones into a respectful, uplifting tribute that speaks of remembrance, gratitude, and gentle comfort.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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A light-toned wicker basket rests against a clean white backdrop, holding a refined funeral flower arrangement that feels both tender and composed. The basket itself is woven in a pale beige or off-white fibre and finished with a sturdy handle that curves gently over the display, framing the flowers like a protective arch. Nestled inside, sumptuous cream and soft white roses open fully, their rounded, velvety blooms creating a graceful focal point that suggests peace and enduring love. Among them, small clusters of white and pale yellow freesia-style flowers weave in and out, some just beginning to unfurl from smooth buds, as though caught at the first quiet moment of spring along the streets near Charing Cross station. Slender, star-shaped clematis blossoms in a misty lavender or periwinkle hue are scattered through the basket, their elongated petals and bright yellow-green centres adding a note of gentle surprise, similar to glimpsing a patch of wildflowers in nearby St James's Park. Surrounding this pastel harmony is an abundance of rich greenery, with glossy dark leaves and finer, lighter sprigs that cradle the blooms and give the design a full, rounded silhouette. The colour story of cream, white, soft lemon, and pale lilac feels cool and calming, ideal for a funeral service, cremation tribute, or a thoughtful condolence delivery to a home or chapel around Charing Cross. Every stem appears carefully balanced to express sympathy, comfort, and a quiet blessing, reflecting the skilled hands of a local florist accustomed to creating floral tributes that honour a life with elegance and sincerity.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a serene, abundant funeral flower basket that feels perfectly suited to a farewell service in one of Charing Cross's historic churches or crematoria. The flowers are nestled in a shallow, oval wooden basket made from pale, natural slats, raised slightly on small feet and finished with a smooth, arched handle that curves gracefully overhead. The arrangement forms a tightly composed, rounded mound, with the blooms spilling softly over the edge as though they have been lovingly gathered and laid down in tribute. At the centre, several creamy white roses are in full bloom, their layered petals opening in quiet, dignified spirals that speak of honour, remembrance, and peace. Around them, rich red carnations provide depth and intensity; their frilled, velvety petals create ripples of colour, recalling love, courage, and enduring connection. Among these are paler pink and white-tipped carnations, each petal lightly brushed with rose and crimson, adding gentleness and an almost whispered warmth. Small white flowers, similar to freesias, thread through the arrangement with their slim stems and bell-shaped florets, offering hints of fragrance and light. The bouquet is anchored with glossy, dark green leaves, likely salal or ruscus, which provide structure and a natural frame, while airy fern-like tendrils emerge from the top, giving the whole piece a soft, flowing silhouette. Set against a bright, uncluttered background, every petal and leaf is clearly visible, emphasising the freshness and care of the design. This basket would make a thoughtful sympathy gesture delivered across Charing Cross, from the Strand to the river, bringing a quiet message of support to grieving families.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Presented on a clean white background with a soft grounding shadow, this round bouquet reads like a neighbourhood garden harvested for celebration. The arrangement is dense and domed, built around a cluster of garden roses in soft pink, warm yellow and delicate peach - petals unfurl in layered spirals that catch early light and release a gentle, classic rose fragrance. Interspersed are pale lavender-to-white clematis with their open, star-shaped petals and clear yellow centres, introducing an ethereal, cottage-garden air. Counterpointing the softness are bold blue Eryngium sea holly thistles, their spiky, metallic-blue heads giving sculptural texture and a contemporary twist. Deeper purple lisianthus add velvet cups and subtle drama, while bright red Hypericum berries scatter like confetti, bringing small glossy accents and a cheerful rhythm across the dome. The foundation is a rich tapestry of greens - broad glossy leaves, fine ferny sprigs and touches of almost-burgundy foliage - that cradle the blooms and emphasise depth. As a florist working from Charing Cross, I picture this piece arriving by foot to nearby Trafalgar Square or Embankment Gardens, perfect for birthdays, anniversary tables or as a thoughtful thank-you delivered across Covent Garden. The bouquet balances romance, texture and modern structure, and reads like a carefully composed moment of floral joy, handcrafted with the attention to balance and freshness that local customers expect from Florist Charing Cross.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Seen from above on a stark white background, this compact, round bouquet presents a harmonious study in whites and creams with a whisper of green. Dominant white lilies open like soft trumpets across the surface, their broad petals curving outward to reveal pale green stamens that anchor the composition's centre. Between and beneath these lilies nest clusters of creamy ivory roses, some tightly furled and others unfurling to expose velvety layers; their tactile density contrasts beautifully with the lilies' openness. Scattered throughout are delicate stems of Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), whose tiny white blossoms act like a fine lace overlay, softening transitions and adding air to an otherwise dense arrangement. Along the edges, fresh green leaves emerge in small flashes, offering a cool counterpoint that defines the bouquet's round silhouette. The photograph's gentle, diffuse lighting highlights subtle tonal differences - the faint cream of the roses, the purest white of the lilies - and casts minimal shadow so the textures feel immediate and touchable. One can almost imagine the scent: a pale, floral perfume where rose sweetness meets the lily's clean, slightly spice-tinged aroma. Crafted with meticulous balance, the bouquet conveys solemn joy and timeless elegance - appropriate for a bride walking toward Trafalgar Square or for a quiet ceremony on Villiers Street. Arranged in our Charing Cross studio, it reads as a classic choice for weddings, commemorations, or thoughtful gifts meant to mark new beginnings with understated grace.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Cradled against a pure white backdrop, this rounded bouquet looks as though it has just been lifted from a florist's bench a few steps from Charing Cross Station, every flower positioned with quiet intention. Elegant white lilies form the anchor of the design, their long, curved petals opening wide to reveal soft green throats and pale stamens, radiating a calm, classic beauty. Interlaced between them, pastel pink roses mingle with creamy ivory roses, some tightly furled with promise, others fully open and velvety, like little whirlpools of colour that invite the fingertips to trace their edges. Among these gentle tones, bold fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies add a splash of drama, their star-shaped blooms speckled with deeper shades of pink and burgundy, their golden anthers offering a hint of wildness to an otherwise refined composition. Sprays of delicate white baby's breath float throughout, creating a misty veil that softens the transitions between each blossom and gives the bouquet a light, almost weightless feel. Slivers of fresh green foliage peek through, suggesting a garden just beyond the city streets around the Embankment and the Strand. The bright, even lighting highlights the contrast between smooth lily petals, plush rose heads, and the dainty gypsophila, capturing the arrangement at the height of freshness. This bouquet feels perfect for moments when emotions run deep-perhaps an anniversary dinner in a Covent Garden restaurant, a romantic surprise after a West End show, or a joyful celebration delivered to an office overlooking Trafalgar Square.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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This densely packed, rounded floral tribute reads like a quiet morning in a city garden - pale and deeper pink roses take center stage, their velvety swirls moving the eye across the dome. Interspersed, clusters of pure white freesia open like tiny bells, some in full bloom revealing pale yellow stamens, others still furled as small promises of further beauty; together they bring a clean brightness and a subtle, sweet scent. Smaller spray roses and delicate white fillers sit close to the main blooms, creating soft gradations of pink and a layered, tactile richness under the fingertips. The greenery is deliberate and generous: broad, dark green leaves form a solid foundation while cream-edged variegated leaves add a luminous counterpoint, their edges crisp against the petals. Set against a stark white backdrop with gentle, diffuse daylight, the bouquet's rounded shape and absence of visible stems emphasize its formal, composed character, making it feel appropriately reverent for a memorial or quietly celebratory for a small family occasion. The arrangement evokes the kind of considered sympathy piece a local florist might deliver to a congregation near Trafalgar Square or a calm hospital room off The Strand - discreet, fresh, and impeccably balanced. The imagery focuses on freshness and texture, from the soft, inviting petals to the bright, glossy foliage, offering comfort and visual serenity in equal measure.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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