Best Scented Candles UK (2026)
Scented candles for the home.
#1 Pick
Yankee Candle Scented Candle | Wedding Day Large Jar Candle | Long Burning Candles: up to 150 HoursRated 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,184)
- Living Room
£24.99
Pros
- Long burn time of up to 150 hours
- Classic floral fragrance suits living rooms and hallways
- Iconic jar design doubles as a gift
Cons
- Large jar takes up noticeable shelf space
#2 Pick
Yankee Candle Scented Candle | A Calm & Quiet Place Large Jar | Long Burning Candles: up to 150 HoursRated 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,107)
- Relaxation
£24.99
Pros
- Soothing jasmine, patchouli and amber blend
- Up to 150 hours burn time from a single jar
- Ideal for creating a calm evening atmosphere
Cons
- Premium price versus supermarket candles
#3 Pick
Yankee Candle Small Jar Candle | Camellia Blossom Scented Candle | Up to 30 Hours Burn TimeRated 4.6 out of 5 stars (891)
- Bedroom
£8.99
Pros
- Compact small jar fits bedside tables and shelves
- Fresh floral camellia scent from the Garden Hideaway range
- Affordable way to try Yankee Candle fragrances
Cons
- Shorter 30-hour burn time compared to large jars
#4 Pick
Yankee Candle Signature Scented Candle | Clean Cotton Large Jar Candle with Double Wicks | Soy Wax BlendRated 4.7 out of 5 stars (542)
- Living Room
£26.99
Pros
- Double wick gives a wider, more even scent throw
- Fresh, clean-laundry fragrance suits every room
- Soy wax blend burns cleanly
Cons
- Double wick uses wax faster than single-wick jars
#5 Pick
Wax Lyrical French Lavender Scented Jar Candle - Colony Collection - Made in EnglandRated 4.5 out of 5 stars (412)
- Relaxation
£12.99
Pros
- Made in England with a long burn time
- Calming French lavender scent for bedrooms
- Mid-size jar fits most price budgets
Cons
- Lavender scent may be too strong for some rooms
#6 Pick
Wax Lyrical Scented Pillar Candle English Lavender, Burn Time Approx 60 Hours, WhiteRated 4.4 out of 5 stars (263)
- Bedroom
£9.99
Pros
- Freestanding pillar candle needs no holder
- Around 60 hours burn time
- Classic English lavender fragrance
Cons
- Pillar shape drips more than a jar candle