Nothing says holiday cheer more than one of these elegant Christmas tablecloths. Paired with a set of festive dinner plates, holly, cinnamon-scented candles and some luxury Christmas crackers, a good Christmas tablecloth or table runner could make or break your dining table setup during your next Christmas 'do. So for the hostess with the mostest, finding the right Christmas tablecloth is crucial to setting the ambience. No pressure.
Luckily, most of our favourite online and high street stores are stocking an array of elegant Christmas tablecloths and Christmas table runners to choose from this year, no matter what your style. Match your design to the colour scheme of your Christmas tree and hanging Christmas decorations, and choose from a variety of festive designs like snowflakes, snowmen, reindeers, pine trees or poinsettias. You can even get personalised tablecloths for extra pizzaz this Christmas, with your initials embroidered delicately into the fabric.
You can always rely on big department stores like John Lewis, Liberty, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges, Marks and Spencer and Fenwick to stock plenty of sumptuous prints and patterns, but don't forget to look at other high street favourites like Oliver Bonas, H&M Home and Zara Home to offer pocket-friendly tablecloths, too. Whether you’re more into the minimalist Scandi style or a full-on ‘Will Farrell in Elf’ Christmas enthusiast, there’s a Christmas tablecloth for everyone in our handy guide.
Scroll for our pick of beautiful Christmas tablecloths to add to your checkout this year.
1. Best fabric Christmas tableclothFir-Green TableclothThis deep, dark Fir Green colour just exudes cosy winter vibes and will dress your dining table way beyond the holiday season. Made from a high-quality cotton linen blend fabric and finished with smart picoting border, this tablecloth will elevate any dining table (Christmas or not!). Not to mention, it is also consciously crafted in sustainable flax plant linen that is grown free from GMOs. Great for décor, even better for the planet.
Fabric: 57% cotton, 43% linen.
Dimensions: 230cm x 140cm.
Add festive ambiance to your dining tables with this dainty holly-printed tablecloth from Marks and Spencer. Made from pure cotton and decorated with a cute holly pattern and embroidered with dots and berries, this tablecloth is cottage-core chic and we’re here for it.
Fabric: 100% cotton.
Dimensions: 230cm x 140cm.
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3. Best red Christmas tableclothCotton TableclothYou simply can’t go wrong with a classic red tablecloth. Made in a cotton weave that can easily be matched with printed napkins or placemats – this tablecloth from H&M will remain a classic in the years to come.
Fabric: 100% cotton.
Dimensions: 240cm x 140cm.
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4. Best Christmas table runnerNutcracker Table RunnerOne look at this delightful table runner and you can already hear The Nutcracker theme song playing on repeat in your head. Lend a touch of Christmas whimsy to your next Christmas do with this illustrated fabric table runner, we’re sure you’ll get compliments all around.
Fabric: 100% cotton.
Dimensions: 229cm x 48cm.
Sumptuous, traditional and with major cottage-core vibes, this beautiful Winter Foliage print tablecloth is perfect for setting the scene at your next Christmas do. We love the subtle pattern of hellebores, highclere holly, pinecones and roses, making this Dorset-made tablecloth a winner throughout the winter months.
Fabric: Cotton.
Dimensions: 220cm x 140cm.
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6. Best Christmas tablecloth rectangularWhite Cotton Tablecloth with Gold Christmas MotifsWe adore this dainty white tablecloth from Maisons du Monde – which has just the right amount of holiday metallics. The embroidered gold Christmas bauble motifs is both understated and elegant, elevating this white tablecloth to Christmas decorating gold. At 250cm, it’s also ideal for large tables and dinner parties.
Fabric: 100% cotton.
Dimensions: 250cm x 150cm.
Now here’s a clever way to get great Christmas table covers from fabulous textile houses like Morris & Co. Instead of buying a Christmas tablecloth per se, why not get a few metres of fabric (in this case PVC tablecloth) to match the exact dimensions of your dining table? We think this Strawberry Thief print is plenty festive and can easily transition to everyday use. Plus, it comes in easy to clean vinyl, so no need to worry about any spillages.
Fabric: PVC.
Dimensions: Ordered by the metre.
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8. Best tartan Christmas tableclothCotton Rich Christmas Tartan TableclothThere is nothing more classic than a tartan tablecloth and this cotton-rich tablecloth from the M&S Collection certainly ticks all our Christmas boxes. Woven with metallic thread to give a subtle shine, we think this will go perfectly with any Christmas decorations, Christmas baubles or festive tableware and will help you get into the Christmas spirit this holiday season. Plus there are matching placemats, too – a Christmas miracle.
Fabric: 99% cotton, 1% metallic.
Dimensions: 230cm x 180cm.
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9. Best Selfridges Christmas tableclothVILLEROY & BOCH Toy's Delight tapestry runnerAwaken your inner child with this quirky Christmas table runner from Villeroy & Boch that will add Christmas cheer to your dining table this winter. With little reindeers and other festive gifts, we think this will go well with colourful Christmas baubles and tableware and will be a cute conversation starter too.
Fabric: 60% cotton, 40% polyester.
Dimensions: 143cm x 49cm.
With that Made in Italy stamp of quality, this stunning table cover from Italian interiors house Stamperia Bertozzi will look great no matter what your tablescape. It’s generous dimensions also make it ideal for big family-style dining tables. Plus, it comes with matching placemats to boot. Bellissima!
Fabric: 100% linen.
Dimensions: 247cm x 143cm.
Dainty, festive and ideal for all-around home use, this PVC vinyl tablecloth from Dunelm features a subtle yet traditional Christmas design and will lay down neatly onto your table without any fraying. You can even use it over outdoor furniture once the holidays are over.
Fabric: PVC.
Dimension: Ordered by the metre.
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12. Best plastic Christmas tableclothHolly Round Wipe Clean PVC TableclothAnother cracking PVC tablecloth from John Lewis. Made from cotton with a PVC coating, this round tablecloth is perfect for round dining tables and is exactly the table cover to whip out when all your chaotic nieces and nephews come around for Christmas.
Fabric: 100% cotton with a PVC coated top.
Dimensions: Diameter 180cm.
A standout bit of table decoration, this beautiful red and gold-toned table runner is adorned with glass beads in the shape of poinsettias. We think this will add an elegant finishing touch to your dining table this Christmas – and is sure to impress your friends and in-laws during the next Christmas party. The only problem will be that you’ll be hounded with questions about where you bought it.
Fabric: polyester and glass beads.
Dimensions: 91.5cm x 35cm.
Add your own personal style with this personalised Christmas table runner, where you can create a bespoke message underneath the tartan Christmas text. A lovely keepsake that can be reused year after year, we also think this table runner would work as an excellent Christmas gift for your nearest and dearest.
Fabric: 100% polyester.
Dimensions: 228cm x 30cm.
Perfect for you Christmas bauble-enthusiasts out there, this handmade Jolly Ornaments table runner from Mackenzie-Childs features all kinds of Christmas ornaments embroidered with colourful glass beads. This truly one-of-a-kind piece that will decorate your tables for many, many Christmases.
Fabric: Polyester, glass beads.
Dimensions: 91.5cm x 33cm.
What is the best material for a tablecloth?
Christmas tablecloths, table covers and table runners come in all kinds of fabrics like cotton, linen, PVC, oilcloth and vinyl tablecloths.
Cotton or linen tablecloths give off a more refined and traditional vibe and will do well with intimate get-togethers with your friends; while vinyl tablecloths are ideal for big families with children as they are stain resistant and can be easily wiped clean.
When choosing patterns and prints, minimalist prints and colours can easily transition beyond the holiday season and be used all year round, but if you really want to go all out this holiday season, then you should opt for more traditionally festive themes and motifs like tartan, Christmas baubles or Christmas trees.
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