Christmas Crackers with a Purpose: A Little More Thought Behind the Festive Table

Discover Christmas crackers with a purpose at Seldram, including recyclable, plastic-free and charity-supporting options for hospitality and festive events.

Christmas crackers are one of those traditions that can make a festive table feel complete. Whether it is a hotel Christmas lunch, a workplace celebration or a family gathering at a restaurant, there is something familiar about pulling a cracker, sharing a joke and putting on a paper crown.

Festive Christmas crackers with holly pattern and ribbon on a red background, one labeled Merry Christmas

But as more businesses consider the environmental and social impact of their purchasing decisions, even the smallest festive traditions are worth looking at differently. Christmas crackers are no exception, and the good news is that a more thoughtful choice does not mean giving up the fun.

A More Responsible Way to Celebrate

Traditional Christmas crackers have sometimes been associated with plastic gifts, glitter and packaging that can be difficult to recycle. While these features might seem insignificant individually, the quantities involved in large hospitality events can quickly add up.

For venues hosting hundreds of guests over the Christmas period, choosing crackers made with more responsible materials can help reduce unnecessary waste.

Products made from recycled board, those with plastic-free contents and options using responsibly sourced materials are increasingly worth considering. It is still important to check individual product details, as not every cracker has the same environmental credentials.

The aim is not to remove the tradition, but to make it a little more considered.

Christmas Crackers That Give Something Back

There is also a charitable side to the Christmas cracker story.

Tom Smith, one of Britain's best-known Christmas cracker manufacturers, has an established partnership with Trussell, the UK anti-poverty charity and community of food banks. The manufacturer says its ongoing support has included substantial donations to help people facing hardship.

This gives businesses an additional consideration when choosing their festive supplies. A cracker can still look beautiful on the table and provide the familiar Christmas experience, while also being connected to a wider charitable initiative.

Tom Smith also states that its crackers are made using recycled board and are free from glitter and single-use plastic, demonstrating how traditional festive products can evolve.

A Look at the Seldram Range

Seldram offers a selection of Christmas crackers from manufacturers including Tom Smith and Swantex, giving customers options for different occasions, budgets and sustainability priorities.

For example, the Tom Smith 11in Trussell Kraft Red Foliage Crackers, supplied in cases of 50, provide a traditional festive appearance within the brand's charitable collection.

Two columns of cream Christmas cracker tubes with gold holly and stars, each middle tube reads Merry Christmas.

Another option is the Swantex 11in 'Tis The Season Crackers, also supplied in cases of 50. These include a game card, party hat and motto, maintaining the familiar cracker experience while being described as recyclable and plastic-free.

Both demonstrate that Christmas crackers can still be attractive, entertaining and suitable for professional hospitality without relying on traditional plastic novelty gifts.

Explore Seldram's Crackers with a Purpose Collection

Small Choices Across a Busy Christmas Season

For a small Christmas lunch, the difference between cracker types might seem relatively minor. However, for hotels, restaurants, care providers and event venues serving hundreds or even thousands of guests throughout December, those purchasing decisions become more significant.

Choosing suitable materials, considering how products will be disposed of and selecting the right quantities can all help make festive planning more responsible.

It is also worth looking at crackers alongside the rest of the table setting. Napkins, tablecovers, runners and other festive products can be chosen together to create a consistent appearance while supporting the venue's wider purchasing priorities.

Find the Right Christmas Crackers with Seldram

The right Christmas cracker should suit both the occasion and the people attending. Some venues will prioritise an elegant finish, others will need practical options for large numbers, while some may want products with particular environmental credentials or charitable connections.

At Seldram, we can help you explore the available ranges from Tom Smith and Swantex, compare different options and choose crackers that work for your Christmas events.

With a little more thought behind the purchase, even something as simple as a Christmas cracker can become part of a more considered festive celebration.

Browse the Seldram Christmas Crackers 2026 Range

Period Positivity at Seldram: Supporting Dignity, Wellbeing and Inclusion at Work

Jan 12

2 min read

At Seldram Supplies, we believe that creating a positive workplace is about more than policies and procedures; it’s about understanding real-life needs and supporting people with dignity and respect.

A woman in business attire smiles with arms outstretched. A colorful pop-art background of her silhouettes creates a vibrant, cheerful mood.

That’s why we’re proud to be a Period Positive Workplace and a coalition partner of the Period Positive Workplace (PPW) initiative.

What is Period Positivity?

Period positivity is about normalising conversations around menstruation and ensuring that no one is disadvantaged, embarrassed or excluded because of their period. In many workplaces, periods remain an unspoken topic, which can lead to discomfort, missed work, or unnecessary stress.

The Period Positive Workplace initiative encourages organisations to:

Provide free access to period products in workplace washrooms
Foster an open, supportive culture around menstrual health
Remove stigma and barriers that affect wellbeing, confidence and productivity

It’s a simple, practical step that has a meaningful impact on everyday working life.

What Being a Period Positive Workplace Means at Seldram

As a Period Positive Workplace, Seldram provides free period products in our workplace facilities and supports an environment where people feel comfortable asking for what they need, without awkwardness or judgment.

For us, this is about fairness and inclusion. No one should have to choose between their well-being and getting through the working day. By making period products readily available, we help remove a small but significant barrier that many people experience at work.

It also reflects our broader commitment to wellbeing, equality and doing the right thing, values that guide how we look after our team and how we support our customers.

Why Period Positivity Matters Beyond the Workplace

Period positivity isn’t just an internal issue; it’s a wider societal one. Period poverty, stigma and lack of access to basic hygiene products still affect millions of people across the UK.

By supporting the Period Positive Workplace initiative, we’re also helping raise awareness and encourage more organisations to take action, whether that’s in offices, schools, leisure facilities or public spaces.

As a supplier of hygiene and washroom solutions, we’re in a unique position to help organisations make period positivity part of their everyday environment. It doesn’t require complex changes, just a commitment to care and inclusion.

Our Commitment Going Forward

Becoming a Period Positive Workplace isn’t a one-off action; it’s an ongoing commitment. At Seldram, we’ll continue to:

Support open conversations around wellbeing and inclusion
Work with partners who share our values
Encourage customers to consider period positivity in their own workplaces
Champion practical solutions that make a real difference

We’re proud to stand alongside the Period Positive Workplace initiative and to play our part in creating workplaces where everyone feels supported, respected and valued.

If you’d like to learn more about becoming a period-positive workplace or how we can support period positivity in your organisation, please get in touch. We’d be happy to help.