Baskets & Posies from Your Local Florist in Finsbury

Welcome to Flower Delivery Finsbury, your trusted, locally-loved florist specialising in hand-crafted flowers, stunning bouquets, and delicate baskets & posies across Finsbury, Clerkenwell, and Angel. With over a decade working from our shop near Exmouth Market and steps from the iconic Sadler’s Wells Theatre, we’ve become part of the heart of this vibrant community. Locals know us for our passionate team and a keen eye for the freshest seasonal stems.

Our baskets and posies make the perfect gesture for birthdays, celebrations, or sympathy—each arrangement expertly designed with care and local flair. We’re committed to quality, sourcing only the best blooms from growers we trust so every bouquet arrives radiant and full of life.

  • Same-day delivery available across Islington, Clerkenwell, and Angel
  • Order online for delivery up to 3 PM—perfect for last-minute surprises
  • Serving the neighbourhoods near Pentonville Road and Rosebery Avenue

Ordering from us is simple and secure. As a community-first florist, we’re always happy to offer personalised advice to help you choose the perfect arrangement. Discover why so many in Finsbury trust us for their flower delivery needs—order your baskets & posies online today and experience the difference a local Finsbury florist can make!

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BASKETS / POSIES
A tenderly composed handwoven basket overflowing with pale, comforting blooms, shown on a clean white background to emphasise colour and form. At the heart of the arrangement are several pristine white Gerbera daisies; their wide, luminous petals circle deep brown-black centres, offering bright focal points that feel both cheerful and composed. Interlaced among them are soft blush pink carnations, their layered, ruffled petals creating a cloud-like texture that softens the overall silhouette. Filler blooms - small white and pale yellow daisy-style chrysanthemums or asters - nestle between the larger flowers, producing a lush, abundant feel while maintaining a gentle, pastel harmony. Delicate sprays of light purple-blue star flowers are tucked throughout, adding cool, unexpected accents that catch the eye. The greens are thoughtfully chosen: rounded silvery eucalyptus lends a subtle aromatic note and modern tone, while lustrous ruscus leaves arc and spill from the left side, introducing graceful movement. All elements sit within a neat, pale woven basket with a curved brown wooden handle, the basket's natural fibres visible beneath the blooms and contributing an artisanal warmth. The lighting is soft yet clear, bringing out petal veins, the matte sheen of eucalyptus, and the ruffled depth of the carnations. This arrangement reads as a gentle, reassuring present - ideal for offering comfort, marking a small celebration, or filling a bedside table with quiet beauty - created with the considered hand of a florist who cares about texture, scent, and emotional nuance.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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From a skilled local florist's viewpoint in Finsbury, this overhead close-up presents a Florist Choice Basket bursting with luxury and balance. The arrangement pairs large hot pink peonies with delicate white ranunculus, surrounded by fluffy pale pink hydrangeas, and blush-to-cream roses that remind one of early summer light. White anemones punctuate the display with their dark centers, while soft peach tones appear in the occasional blossom, and the greenery-eucalyptus and slender foliage-reads as a fresh, garden-fresh frame. The blooms spill over a pale, woven basket, its rustic charm tempered by careful sculpting and generous spacing, every stem placed for texture and lift. A crisp white square overlay sits at the heart of the display, bearing Florist Choice Basket in elegant script and the price ?60 in a bold sans-serif, a clear invitation to order. The image speaks to quality, craft, and thoughtful gifting, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or a romantic surprise, with same day delivery available to customers across Finsbury, Islington, and surrounding streets such as Exmouth Market and Clerkenwell. The combination of fragrance, tactility, and colour makes the bouquet feel both sophisticated and approachable, as if it were assembled by a seasoned hand that understands how light, form, and scent can connect people across distance.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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A rounded basket arrangement of funeral flowers sits centred on a white studio surface, its soft shadow grounding it against a clean white background. The basket itself is woven in a light cream or off-white shade, with a smooth curved handle arching gracefully over the middle, like a gentle frame for the blooms. Inside, an experienced florist's touch is evident: in the very centre, a large creamy white rose opens with perfectly arranged petals, its velvety texture symbolising innocence and peace. On either side, two rich purple calla lilies rise upward, their sleek, trumpet-shaped forms adding sophistication and a sense of still dignity, fitting for a service in one of Finsbury's historic churches or small chapels. Interspersed through the arrangement are delicate clematis-style flowers in soft lavender and pale lilac, each star-shaped bloom with a tiny yellow heart, bringing an airy, slightly wild-garden feel. Clusters of small white and sunny yellow blossoms, reminiscent of freesia or alstroemeria, fill in the gaps, their bell-like or trumpet-shaped petals adding fine texture and a note of gentle brightness. Peeking from the right side, a single magenta gerbera daisy bursts into view, its daisy-like circle of narrow petals providing a vivid touch of fuchsia that stands out against the cooler tones. All of these flowers are supported by an abundance of foliage: broad, glossy deep green leaves and finer, light green sprigs that create a lush, verdant base and lift the blooms into a softly mounded shape. The colour harmony of purple, white, yellow, and magenta against layered greens creates an arrangement that feels both uplifting and respectful, ideal for sending condolences across Finsbury and the surrounding central London neighbourhoods.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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The image shows a dignified sympathy flower basket, isolated against a crisp white background so that every bloom and leaf can be seen clearly. A light-coloured wicker basket, soft beige in tone, supports the arrangement, its central handle rising in a smooth, reassuring curve. Within this frame sits a lush, domed gathering of flowers in subtle, restful shades. Dominating the design are several large, creamy-white roses, open to their centres and rich with layers of velvety petals that suggest tenderness and quiet strength. Between and around the roses, a scattering of pale lemon and white freesia-style flowers adds gentle texture, their slender buds and open trumpets bringing to mind a soft, sweet fragrance. Punctuating the arrangement are delicate clematis blooms in tones of pale lavender and misty periwinkle, their star-like petals and vibrant yellow-green centres lending a hint of unexpected beauty that draws the eye without disturbing the arrangement's serenity. All of this is rooted in a base of abundant, glossy green foliage, with wide leaves creating a stable foundation and finer sprigs filling any gaps so that the basket feels complete from every angle. The mood is soothing, reflective, and quietly hopeful, perfectly suited to funerals, celebration-of-life services, or condolence gestures around Finsbury, from peaceful corners near Northampton Square to homes tucked behind Old Street and Angel. Arranged with care as a local tribute, this basket feels like a gentle embrace made of flowers, conveying sympathy and respect when spoken words may not be enough.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows an elegant funeral flower basket, thoughtfully composed to convey comfort and respect. The container is a pale wooden basket, its oval body built from slim, natural slats, raised slightly on four neat feet. A smooth, off-white handle arches above the blooms, framing the flowers like a soft halo. The arrangement itself forms a rounded, generous mound, tightly packed so that petals and leaves touch and overlap, creating a sense of abundance without excess. Creamy white roses, fully opened and velvety, are placed throughout the display, their classic shape and soft glow suggesting peace, remembrance, and gratitude for a life lived. Around and between them, rich red carnations gather in clusters, adding intensity and heartfelt emotion; their ruffled petals appear almost cloud-like when viewed from above. Gentle touches come from pink and bi-coloured carnations, some white with blush pink and red edging, which soften the contrast between the white roses and the deep red blooms. Fine sprays of smaller white flowers, reminiscent of freesias, weave in on slender stems, some stretching upward and others leaning lightly to the side, adding lightness and a suggestion of fragrance. All of this is supported by lush greenery: broad, dark leaves lend structure and grounding, while feathery, fern-like sprigs add height, texture, and an almost airy halo around the arrangement. Set against a clean, white background, the colours appear calm and clear. Crafted by local florists in Finsbury, this basket would be fitting for a funeral or memorial service in the area, perhaps placed near the front at a service close to Exmouth Market or sent as a sympathy tribute to a home near Finsbury Square, bringing a quiet, floral expression of shared sorrow.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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This round, densely packed bouquet reads like a small, cultivated garden posed on a clean white stage. Soft pink, cream-tinged peach, and warm butter-yellow garden roses form the principal melody, each bloom layered with velvety petals that open in gentle spirals and reflect a soft, diffused light. Threaded through these romantic blooms are pale lavender-to-white clematis, their thin, starry petals offering moments of delicate translucence and a hint of botanical freedom. Architectural contrast arrives in the form of blue Eryngium sea holly: spiky, steel-blue globes that lend an almost sculptural punctuation to the overall softness. Nestled lower in the dome, deeper purple lisianthus bring a silken, cup-like texture while tight buds promise slow unfolding. Small clusters of bright red Hypericum berries add a cheerful, almost mischievous contrast - glossy, round accents that animate the composition. The foliage palette ranges from deep glossy greens that form a supportive base to finer, feathery greens and touches of burgundy-hued leaves that peek through and enrich the palette. Lighting is even and natural, emphasizing petal translucency and the metallic sheen of the sea holly without harsh shadows. The scent is subtly floral and green, evocative of a quiet walk through a community garden near City Road or a market stall on a bright morning. Carefully assembled for balance and longevity, this bouquet would translate well as a centrepiece for celebration or a heartfelt gift for someone in the Finsbury area, representing considered floristry and seasonal freshness.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Seen from above, this immaculate hand-tied bouquet reads as a study in white - creamy roses and large white lilies form a harmonious, round silhouette against an unadorned white ground. The lilies, with their trumpet-shaped petals and softly visible pale green and yellow stamens, open like small moons at the heart of the design, their clean lines balanced by clusters of rosebuds that hold promise in their tight, velveteen folds. Interspersed throughout are clouds of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), which act as a delicate veil, catching the light and creating an impression of airiness that offsets the denser rose faces. A few bright green leaves emerge at the edges, their glossy surfaces offering a subtle, fresh contrast that frames the bouquet without stealing attention. The overall effect is refined and calming - the kind of arrangement one might commission for a wedding on a sunny day in Exmouth Market or to bring quiet reassurance to friends near Old Street. As a local florist in Finsbury, Flower Delivery Finsbury understands how these whites read in natural and studio light: the bouquet smells softly floral, with the lilies' sweet perfume lifted by the roses' gentle, honeyed scent and the faint green note of foliage. Craftsmanship shows in the balanced density and the careful placement of small blooms to avoid any gaps. It's a classic choice for bridal bouquets, elegant table centres, or heartfelt gifts, prepared with attention to longevity and the kind of finish our customers expect for deliveries around Finsbury and Clerkenwell.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Captured against a crisp white background, this lush, circular bouquet feels like a moment of celebration frozen in time, as though just finished on the work table of a local florist in Finsbury. The eye is first drawn to the sweeping white lilies, their trumpet petals wide open yet gracefully curved, exposing soft green centres and tidy stamens, while several unopened buds dot the arrangement with hints of fresh life still waiting to reveal itself. Around these lilies cluster roses in tender blush pink and rich cream, their softly textured petals cupping around one another in tight buds and generous full blooms, creating a layered tapestry of pastel tones. Weaving through this gentle palette are bold Oriental lilies in an intense fuchsia or magenta shade, speckled with darker accents along the petals, their golden anthers standing proud and lending a dramatic, almost theatrical touch to the design. Fine, branching stems of white baby's breath punctuate the spaces between the larger blooms, their countless tiny flowers giving the impression of a light mist settling over the bouquet and softening the boundaries between colours. Discreet flashes of green foliage and stems peek out from beneath the blossoms, ensuring the rounded bouquet feels natural, grounded, and full. Soft, even lighting enhances the fresh, dewy character of the blooms, making the arrangement ideal for romantic gestures-be it a surprise anniversary delivery near Finsbury Park, a bridal bouquet inspiration for a ceremony in nearby Islington, or an elegant centrepiece for a dinner party off Old Street. The overall atmosphere is one of joy, affection, and thoughtful craftsmanship expressed through flowers.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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I picture this arrangement as the floral equivalent of a respectful nod at dawn: blush pink roses of varying sizes crowd together to form a rounded, compact dome, their petals soft and layered like quiet waves. Mixed through the roses are clusters of snow-white freesia - some open, revealing pale yellow stamens and a subtle, sweet fragrance, others held as slender buds - adding vertical punctuation and a clean brightness against the pink. Smaller spray roses and tiny white filler blooms subtly fill gaps so the surface reads dense and continuous; the careful composition hides all stems for a neat, formal finish. The foliage is a considered mix of deep, glossy greens that give weight and contrast, and variegated leaves edged in cream that lift highlights across the arrangement. Light falls gently from one side, accentuating the velvet texture of the roses and the translucent tips of freesia petals, creating a calm, reverent mood. This blend of colours and scents suits moments of remembrance - a funeral service, a celebration of life, or a private condolence gift - and carries the quiet familiarity of local craftsmanship seen in neighbourhoods around Finsbury Park, Exmouth Market, and City Road. It's the kind of bouquet a trusted Finsbury florist would prepare with care, arranging each bloom to convey sympathy, tenderness, and a steady, comforting presence.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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