Marks and Spencer has brought back its popular festive LED light-up candles for another year, and they are expected to sell out quickly. The Mandarin, Clove & Cinnamon Refillable Light Up Candle costs £12 and combines zesty mandarin, peppery clove and sweet cinnamon for a warming festive aroma.
Returning favourite for 2026
The candle was so popular over the past two Christmases that it sold out within weeks of going on sale. Presented in a printed glass vessel, the candle is refillable, allowing shoppers to use it in the weeks and months leading up to December 25 without needing to replace it. Simply lighting the wick triggers the twinkling LED lights.
Shoppers can also choose the candle in two other scents: Yuletide Pine & Spice and Frankincense & Myrrh, both priced at £12 each.
Shopper reviews and alternatives
The candle has received glowing reviews from shoppers. One satisfied customer said: "Looks good, great that it’s refillable. Nice smell." Another wrote: "Cannot wait to use this at Christmas, the smell is lovely, not too strong. Well done Marks and Spencer."
A third reviewer commented: "Bought for Christmas. Lovely colour, it’s a deep red almost burgundy, so looks warm. Cosy and rich and added bonus that it comes in a box this year. Love the fact you can buy refills for it." A fourth added: "A beautiful Christmas candle. Got this for a Christmas gift. I’m sure the recipient will love it."
One long-time buyer noted: "I've been buying these for some years now and they never fail to delight. It's even better now that refills are available. I'm hoping the ones with the international scenes will be stocked soon." Another five-star review reads: "I have brought several of these candles they make beautiful gifts and always are well received. Very good price, highly recommend. Buy before they are sold out."
Other festive candle options
Elsewhere, Dunelm's large Winter Spice Inclusion Candle retails for £18 and features a decorative botanical design with the scent of festive clementine, cinnamon and warming spices. The Yankee Candle Signature Large Jar in the scent 'Christmas Cookie' is available at Boots for £29.99, offering warm sugary notes frosted with creamy vanilla and buttery base notes.
Despite the positive reviews, the Mandarin, Clove & Cinnamon scent is heavy and may not be suitable for every home.
