It’s with huge pride and a grateful heart that Claire Coulton, founder of Black Cat Hampers, shares the news that she has been named Apex of Achievement Specialist Sweet Supplier of the Year 2025.
Based in the quiet village of Northowram, in the heart of Calderdale, Black Cat Hampers is a small, family-run business creating luxury bespoke gift hampers and supporting other Yorkshire makers and creatives along the way. Since starting the business in 2011, Claire has always focused on curating gifts that bring joy, feel personal, and showcase the incredible talent found across the region.
This award is a heartfelt milestone in what has been a journey of passion, perseverance, and community spirit. It follows previous recognitions including the Prestige Yorkshire Award for Gift Shop of the Year 2023/2024 (two years in a row), the LuxLife Gift Award 2023 for Family-Run Gift Hamper Business, and a Global Recognition Award 2023.
Claire said:
“I honestly didn’t expect this – I still feel like the girl wrapping hampers at the kitchen table. Winning the Apex of Achievement award means the world, not just to me, but to everyone who’s believed in us – our loyal customers, our local suppliers, and the people who choose to shop small and shop local. This recognition belongs to them too.”
At its core, Black Cat Hampers is about thoughtfulness, celebrating Yorkshire’s best, and offering something that feels a little more special. Whether it’s handmade sweets, artisan chocolates, or handpicked local goodies, each hamper is made with care, creativity and a lot of heart.
Claire and her family would like to thank every single customer – new and returning – for making this win possible.
If you’d like to get in touch about a bespoke gift or learn more about what we do, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
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