Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Impossible York 'Pencil Me In' offer work?

Each “Pencil Me In” cocktail at Impossible York comes with a special engraved pencil.
Your pencil is also a £9 gift voucher to spend in the Avorium shop.
To use it, simply bring the pencil with you when you shop – it can be redeemed once only. Only one pencil can be redeemed per product. 
The voucher value can’t be swapped for cash or credit.
It can’t be used alongside other offers, discounts, or promotions.
Please keep your pencil safe – lost or stolen pencils can’t be replaced.
Vouchers are redeemable in-store at Avorium only.
Avorium may update or end this promotion at any time.
Normal shop terms and conditions also apply.

How will my order be packaged?

Each order will arrive in an appropriately sized Avorium branded box. We apply the postage label directly to the box. If you’re sending your order as a gift and would like the Avorium box to be used as a gift box, let us know — we’ll wrap it in brown paper and apply the postage label to that instead. No pricing or receipts are included inside any package.

Can I add a gift note?

Yes you can! When adding a product to your basket, you have the option to both personalise it and add a gift note. All gift notes are printed on card with your message!

When will I receive my order?

• Standard Delivery: 2–3 working days.
• Express Delivery: Sent on a 24-hour service, so you should receive it the next working day if ordered before our 3pm cut-off.
*Please do allow an extra day for delivery if ordering late on Friday or over the weekend!

Do you ship internationally?

We currently ship within the UK only.

Can I ship to multiple addresses?

Yes you can! Continue to checkout and select the basket icon at the top corner of the page. This will take you to your basket where you can select multiple shipping addresses for each product in your order.

Can I track my order?

Orders are not sent tracked as standard. If you’d like a tracked delivery, please get in touch and we’ll arrange this for you.

Can I return or exchange an order?

• Unpersonalised products: Yes — you can return these within 14 days of receipt, provided they are unused, in perfect condition, and in their original packaging.
• Personalised products: Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns unless the item is faulty, in line with UK consumer law.

How do I start a return?

Email us at hello@avorium.co.uk with your order number and details of your return, and we’ll guide you through the process.

Do I have to pay for return shipping?

• If there’s a problem with your order (e.g. damaged or incorrect items), we’ll cover and arrange return shipping.
• If you’re returning because you’ve changed your mind, you’ll need to cover return shipping costs.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major payment methods supported by Shopify, including credit and debit cards. We also accept PayPal and Klarna.

Is my payment secure?

Yes — all transactions are processed securely through encrypted payment providers.

Do you offer gift cards or discount codes?

Yes! Students can access an exclusive discount via our Students tab.

How long does personalisation take in store?

We offer on-the-spot personalisation in our York store. For notebooks, diaries folios and bookmarks, it takes around two minutes. For mug and coaster sets, ohone stands and pen pots, it's more like 10-15 minutes.

How do you personalise Mug and Coaster sets?

Mug and Coaster sets are personalised around the edge of the coaster. This means mugs and still go in the dishwasher and microwave!

Are your products sustainably made?

Yes! Sustainability is at the heart of what we do. You can learn more about our materials and practices on our Sustainability page.

How can I contact customer support?

You can reach us by email at hello@avorium.co.uk or by phone at 01904 673232.

Do you offer corporate or branded products?

Yes! We can add your logo or company branding to many of our products — perfect for gifts, events, or outfitting your team. Get in touch with us to find out more: hello@avorium.co.uk.

Who are you?

Hi there! We are three siblings — Tom, Georgia, and Olivia — and we are Avorium! We started this business wanting to encourage people to view their workspace differently. A desk doesn't have to be boring. Avorium sells sustainable, matching desk accessories, all of which can be personalised. They make the perfect gift too. We hope you love Avorium!

Do you have a physical store?

Yes! You can visit us at:13 Colliergate, York, YO1 8BP.

Opening hours:

• Monday: 10:00 – 17:00
• Tuesday: 10:00 – 17:00
• Wednesday: 10:00 – 17:00
• Thursday: 10:00 – 17:00
• Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
• Saturday: 10:30 – 17:00
• Sunday: 10:30 – 16:00