A box with its own built-in handle

A gable box is named after its peaked, barn-roof-style top, which folds into a built-in carry handle once the box is closed. Unlike most folding cartons, a gable box is designed to be picked up and carried by hand, which is why it is such a familiar sight at bakeries, farmers' markets, and gift counters.

Why Brands Choose Gable Boxes

The fold-out handle makes a gable box practical as well as decorative, giving customers an easy way to carry a purchase without a separate bag. This combination of function and a distinctive shape makes gable boxes popular for food gifts, takeaway items, and small retail products sold at markets or pop-up events.

Where Gable Boxes Are Used

This style is common for baked goods, confectionery, small gift sets, and produce sold at markets or farm shops. A window can be added to the front or top panel, letting customers see the product inside before buying.

Materials

Gable boxes are typically made from folding carton or kraft board, since the natural kraft look suits the informal, market-stall feel this box style often aims for. Food-contact-safe board is used where the box holds food directly.

Order Sizes We Support

Custom gable boxes are available from around 50 to 100 units, suiting small food businesses, market traders, and gift brands ordering their first branded batch.

Average Prices

As a general guide, gable boxes typically cost between £0.40 and £1.20 per unit, depending on size, material, print colours and finish. These are guide figures only.

Sustainability

Kraft and folding carton board used for gable boxes are both widely recyclable, and kraft options are often biodegradable, matching the natural, market-stall feel many gable boxes are chosen for.

Getting Started

Tell us what the box needs to hold and whether it needs to be food-contact-safe, and we will suggest a suitable size and material. We build a proof before production and UK-wide delivery.