Blackfriars Flower Baskets & Posies

Welcome to Blackfriars Flowers, your trusted local florist in Blackfriars, where every handcrafted basket and posy is arranged with care and expertise. Just a short stroll from Blackfriars Bridge and the historic Temple Church, we’ve become the favourite destination for thoughtful gifts and vibrant blooms across Blackfriars, Southwark, and nearby Bankside. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, expressing sympathy, or simply brightening someone’s day, our selection of seasonal flowers, elegant baskets, and charming posies offers something for every sentiment.

Our team of passionate florists brings years of experience in floral design, ensuring your bouquets and gifts are crafted with an expert touch and a genuine love for our local community. We pride ourselves on outstanding service and use only the freshest flowers, responsibly sourced from trusted growers.

We know life moves fast in Blackfriars, so we’re pleased to offer hassle-free same-day flower delivery for online orders placed before 3 PM. Whether you’re based on Queen Victoria Street, enjoying lunch near St. Paul’s Cathedral, or sending flowers to friends in Southwark, we deliver smiles and beautiful arrangements across the area.

  • Beautiful, hand-arranged baskets & posies for every occasion
  • Prompt same-day delivery across Blackfriars, Southwark, and Bankside
  • Easy online ordering and friendly service

Order online with Blackfriars Flowers today—your local experts for memorable, meaningful bouquets delivered with care.

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BASKETS / POSIES
An expert florist's composition sent from Blackfriars Flowers, this light-toned basket arrangement reads as a gentle celebration of purity and soft sentiment against a pristine white backdrop. The handwoven, pale wooden basket with its sturdy arched handle is filled to the brim: large, immaculate white Gerbera daisies form the visual anchors, each bloom defined by a striking dark brown to almost black central disk that contrasts with the pixel-clean whiteness of the petals. Interleaved between these are clusters of blush pink carnations whose ruffled, cushiony petals create a tactile softness, while small white and pale yellow daisy-like spray chrysanthemums provide a cheerful, abundant filler that makes the display feel generous without being fussy. Tiny violet-blue starry asters peek through as delicate punctuation, introducing cool notes among the warm pastels. A variety of fresh foliage supports the flowers-a mix of rounded, silvery-green eucalyptus leaves that lend a subtle liquorice-mint aroma and modern tone, together with glossy dark-green ruscus branches that trail elegantly to the left, adding graceful movement. The lighting is bright and even, revealing fine textures from the matte eucalyptus to the satiny gerbera petals. This arrangement is voiced for calm and comfort: a considered choice for sympathy, a bedside gift, or a serene centrepiece for memorial gatherings in Blackfriars or nearby Bankside. As a local florist we know the neighbourhood's quiet moments well, and this basket reflects that same thoughtful restraint and fresh, tactile detail.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
Close your eyes and let me guide you through this thoughtfully arranged Florist Choice Basket from Blackfriars Flowers, nestled near the river in Blackfriars. Picture fluffy hydrangeas painted in baby pink, rising like soft clouds among the ruffles of peonies and the delicate spirals of ranunculus. The ranunculus exhale a restrained sweetness as their petals catch the light beside serene peach-toned lilies' large, candlelit faces. The mood is plush and cheerful, yet refined, with eucalyptus sprigs and slender filler blooms weaving through to add greenery and a hint of woodland freshness. Every element feels chosen with care, each stem placed to balance volume with grace. Such a basket would sit proudly on a café table in a Blackfriars flat, or travel locally as a wordless message of joy to someone near Temple or Fleet Street. The arrangement invites touch and scent-soft petal textures, a whisper of floral fragrance, and the visual rhythm of petals unfolding. The basket is white-washed and sturdy, a simple frame for the riot of color, while the overlay carries Florist Choice Basket and the price ?60 in crisp typography. This is more than a bouquet; it is a crafted greeting from a neighborhood florist who understands how flowers translate feelings, available for delivery across Blackfriars, the City, and surrounding areas.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
A softly rounded funeral flower arrangement overflows from a light, off-white woven basket with a tall, curved handle, captured in a studio-style photograph against a pristine white background. At its centre, a creamy white rose unfolds in gentle spirals, becoming an immediate focal point that conveys purity, remembrance, and the tenderness of final goodbyes. Alongside it, two rich purple calla lilies rise and curve with poised elegance, their sleek, trumpet-like forms lending the design a composed, almost architectural beauty. Between these statement blooms, airy clematis flowers in shades of pale lavender and lilac stretch their star-shaped petals, each one carrying a small, soft yellow centre that adds subtle warmth. Pops of bright yellow from freesia or alstroemeria-style blossoms sparkle between the more muted hues, suggesting rays of comfort in the midst of grief. On the right, a single magenta gerbera daisy stands out confidently, its circle of finely layered petals delivering a contemporary touch that could resonate with families remembering a vibrant life in Blackfriars and the surrounding City streets. A generous base of greenery supports and frames the flowers: glossy, rounded leaves create structure, while finer, lighter green sprigs soften the edges and bring a natural, garden-inspired feel. A subdued shadow beneath the basket grounds the image, making the display appear tangible, as though it has just been placed on a table at a chapel or reception room. This arrangement balances elegance, colour, and restraint, reflecting the quiet dignity of a memorial service while still bringing gentle brightness to those offering or receiving condolences nearby.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
This photograph presents a graceful funeral flower basket against a pure white backdrop, where every hue and texture has room to breathe. The basket itself is a soft, light beige wicker, neatly woven and finished with a curved, matching handle that rises gently over the centre, reminiscent of a piece carried thoughtfully through the streets of Blackfriars to a nearby chapel or remembrance service. The floral arrangement within is full and rounded, creating a sense of gentle embrace. At the heart are large, open roses in a creamy white shade, their velvety petals layered in concentric spirals that feel both luxurious and pure, perfectly fitting for honouring a cherished life. Interspersed among them are refined clematis blossoms, their star-shaped petals washed in pale lavender or periwinkle blue, each surrounding a luminous yellow-green centre that catches the light like a small flame. Weaving between these focal flowers are clusters of white and soft yellow freesia-like blooms, some in scented, open clusters, others still in tender, green-edged buds, suggesting the quiet unfolding of memory and time. Wisps of white filler flowers, with softly ruffled petals, add to the lush impression without disturbing the calm palette. A generous collar of greenery-deep, glossy leaves combined with finer, lighter sprigs-frames the blooms, echoing the contrast between the historic stone buildings around Blackfriars and the unexpected pockets of urban green. The composition feels balanced, soothing, and respectfully understated, ideal for sending condolences, accompanying a funeral service, or offering comfort in a time of grief. It captures the essence of a carefully arranged tribute: poised, heartfelt, and quietly supportive.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
In this image, a thoughtfully crafted sympathy flower basket sits calmly before a bright white backdrop, its gentle colours and textures arranged to convey respect and quiet support. The basket is made from light-coloured wood, shaped into a smooth oval and set on small feet for stability, with a slender, arching handle rising above the arrangement. From within it, a lush dome of flowers emerges, layered in creamy white, deep red, and soft pink tones, with ample greenery weaving everything together. At the centre of the design, creamy white roses open fully, revealing velvety spirals of petals that suggest purity, remembrance, and a serene farewell. Nestled among them, deep red carnations create pockets of rich colour; their ruffled petals give the arrangement depth and a sense of tenderness, fitting for a funeral gathering or wake near Blackfriars and the surrounding City of London. Some carnations show delicate bi-colouring, white petals tipped or streaked with pink and red, adding subtle variation and a hint of gentle warmth. Threaded between the main blooms are smaller white flowers, likely freesias, their slender, arching stems and bell-shaped blossoms bringing a sense of air and light. All of this is held in a cradle of dark green foliage, with broad, glossy leaves at the base and fine, feathery fern fronds easing out at the edges. The compact, rounded shape makes the basket feel abundant yet composed, like a quiet, steady presence in a room. This arrangement would be fitting delivered to a family home off Fleet Street or placed as a respectful tribute at a Blackfriars memorial service, offering beauty and comfort in a time of loss.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
This image shows a generously rounded bouquet set against a spotless white backdrop, the neutral setting allowing each flower and leaf to be fully appreciated. The bouquet has a smooth, domed silhouette, created by closely packed blooms that nestle neatly together. Prominent at the heart are garden roses in shades of blush pink, warm yellow, and gentle peach, each bloom at a slightly different stage, from tightly layered buds to fully open spirals of velvety petals. Between these classic roses, slender clematis flowers stretch their star-shaped petals, coloured in pale lavender and creamy white, with bright yellow or soft ivory centres that add tiny points of light. Offsetting this softness are striking blue eryngium, also known as sea holly, with their spiky, metallic-blue heads and narrow bracts, giving the design a sculptural, contemporary feel that would sit comfortably in a modern Blackfriars apartment or riverside office. Rich purple lisianthus are woven through the bouquet, their blooms ranging from tightly closed buds to gently opened cups, bringing deeper jewel tones and a softly ruffled texture. Bright red hypericum berries are dotted throughout, their smooth, spherical forms and glossy surfaces creating playful accents that guide the eye around the arrangement. Everything is held together by a base of varied greenery: broad, polished leaves, fine feathery foliage, and discreet touches of darker, wine-toned leaves that add shadow and depth. The clean, even lighting suggests a controlled studio setting, much like a professional florist's workspace off Queen Victoria Street, capturing the bouquet at its freshest, ready to be delivered across Blackfriars for birthdays, thank-you gifts, or thoughtful congratulations.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
Viewed from above on a clean white surface, this round, densely packed bouquet presents a calm, luminous arrangement of white and cream blooms. Prominent white oriental lilies open wide with their distinctive trumpet shapes and subtle pale-green stamens at the core, creating a focal drama that the surrounding creamy rosebuds gently soften. The roses are mostly tight or just beginning to bloom, their layered petals forming soft domes that contrast with the lilies' broader planes. Scattered throughout are tiny sprays of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), which add a frothy, almost cloud-like finish and delicate filigree between the larger flowers. Small glossy green leaves peek from beneath the massed blossoms, offering a crisp colour punctuation against the otherwise monochrome palette. The photograph's neutral lighting highlights petal textures-the satiny sheen on rose petals, the slightly ribbed surface of lily petals-and the compact symmetry of the hand-tied design. As a Blackfriars florist I imagine this arrangement on a table near St Paul's or carried down a Fleet Street aisle: it reads as hopeful and reassuring, suitable for weddings, christenings, anniversaries or an elegant condolence tribute. The scent would be soft and floral, a comforting mingling of roses and lilies. Finished with clean lines and meticulous spacing, the bouquet conveys an understated luxury and lasting freshness, qualities local customers often ask for when seeking a meaningful, classic expression of love or remembrance in the Blackfriars and South Bank area.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
A lavish hand-tied bouquet of lilies and roses is captured from an overhead angle against a seamless white background, giving the impression that the flowers are floating in a pool of soft light above Blackfriars. The bouquet itself is densely rounded and expertly arranged, with large white lilies forming the primary focal points. Their trumpet-shaped blooms are fully open, petals splayed outward in sweeping curves, revealing pale green centres and long stamens brushed with light yellow pollen. Clustered closely among them are roses in gentle shades of blush pink and creamy ivory, some still curled tight like promises not yet spoken, others in full bloom, their velvety petals layered in lush rosettes that suggest romance and tenderness. Cutting through the softness, several vivid fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies, similar to Stargazer lilies, introduce a dramatic surge of colour; their petals show deeper speckling and richer, almost wine-coloured centres, drawing the gaze inward with an almost theatrical effect. Wispy white baby's breath is woven throughout, each tiny bloom creating a soft, cloud-like texture that lightens the dense composition and enhances its romantic feel. Green foliage and slender lily buds edge the bouquet, adding a crisp, natural border. The bright, even lighting heightens every detail, making the petals appear almost touchable. The overall mood is one of intimate celebration, suited to a romantic gesture delivered to a Blackfriars flat overlooking the Thames, a milestone birthday marked in a nearby restaurant, or a thoughtful token of appreciation brought to a colleague's desk in one of the area's historic offices. It is an arrangement that speaks of love, admiration, and the quiet luxury of fresh flowers in the heart of the city.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
A meticulously crafted, rounded floral cushion featuring soft pink roses and clean white freesia, presented against a pure white backdrop so the colours read clearly and calmly. The roses vary from large, open blooms with velvety, unfurling petals to tighter spray roses in paler pink tones, creating layered depth across the dome. Scattered throughout are upright stems of white freesia; some blooms show their delicate trumpet-like shapes and faint yellow stamens, while others remain in neat buds, promising continued life and gentle unfolding. The greens are abundant and varied-broad, glossy leaves such as salal or ruscus form a deep, supportive base while variegated, cream-edged foliage (likely pittosporum or euonymus) lifts sections of the design with lightness and definition. No stems are visible, reinforcing the arrangement's formal, refined silhouette and the florist's careful workmanship. The soft daylight in the photograph brings out the subtle tonal shifts from salmon-pink cores to pale blush edges, and one can almost sense the combined scent of rose sweetness and freesia freshness. This composition suits occasions that call for quiet elegance-funeral flowers, a memorial tribute, or a dignified sympathy gift-but it would also be tender for marking a gentle celebration like a baby's arrival or an intimate anniversary. For neighbours in Blackfriars, near Blackfriars Station and the riverside, this arrangement conveys thoughtful restraint and floral expertise, offering comfort, beauty, and lasting freshness for moments of remembrance or quiet joy.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00