10 Best Reusable Shopping Bags UK 2024 | Joules, Waitrose and More

An extremely simple and uncomplicated bag in black, this 100% cotton canvas tote sails to our top spot. It's durable, well-designed and able to carry a heavy load – you won't want to go anywhere without it. 

The extra-wide cross-stitched handles make hauling your shopping a breeze, and the breathable cotton fabric keeps contents clean and fresh, whether that's groceries, a picnic or some bits and pieces for work. And of course, black goes with everything!

If you're thinking of going au naturel this year in the name of the environment, what better way to do it than with these rustic, netted bags from Juntao. They come in a set of 5 bags in shades of beige, green, black and pink that you'll love to carry with you.

Made from 100% cotton, they're great for the planet and provide good breathability. They're also perfect to carry in a bigger bag taking up very little room – but as the cotton netting naturally stretches in use, they can carry large items up to 10 kg. We love how they look, and who knew that such a simple design would work so well?

Waitrose do a range of very affordable reusable shopping bags, but this one is definitely the most desirable, looking delightful in a natural tone with a pretty lemon tree illustration. Part of the Duchy Organic range, it's as eco as you'd expect and made entirely from organic cotton. 

The strap is also nice and comfy, there's a decent amount of space inside and it's surprisingly well-priced too. This summery and cheerful tote is the kind of bag that will make you look forward to doing your food shopping! 

One of the prettiest bags on our list, this Corduroy Tote Bag by JISEN comes in a range of colours but we particularly like it in dark green. There's plenty of room for a good haul of groceries, as well as a discreet inner pocket for your phone and keys to save you taking another bag to the shops. 

Soft and comfortable to the touch, this tote is also durable and washable. It doesn't fold away as small as some on our list, but with an option is pretty as this you'll probably want to use it as your everyday bag anyway!

Bored of bland reusable bags and looking for something a little different? Then you'll probably want this Heston from Waitrose shopper! As well as the adorable illustration of a fishing otter, it boasts well-made leather handles and huge amounts of room inside.

It feels like this bag has been designed especially to fit even Waitrose's biggest products such as chicken or lamb joints. Over all, it's excellent value for such a beautiful and sturdy shopping bag.

Here's an option offering the most bags for your buck! Coming as a 12-pack, this choice from FEPITO is also the most colourful. Each bag is a different colour, allowing you to accessorise with your outfit for that day, plus, they're machine washable.

Perfect for people who do a lot of grocery or food shopping, these bags are made of polyester making them durable and sturdy. They are also easy to throw in a bag for when you need them, as they can be folded into a tiny pouch measuring just 10 x 10 cm. 

This pretty floral shopper from Joules is ideal for anyone who wants to invest in a great quality shopper that lasts. As well as the gorgeous design, it comes with a zippered pouch that renders it compact enough for even the smallest (or busiest) of handbags.

It's made from polyester so it's also very light, as well as being easy to wipe clean. With slightly smaller dimensions than some, it's a great emergency bag to have on hand to spare you having to use a carrier on impromptu shopping trips.

This six-pack of shopping bags might be basic, but they are waterproof, lightweight and a decent choice for such a low price. Made from nylon Oxford polyester, they fold down into a tiny pouch but the double stitching means they can hold a deceiving amount of weight – 15 kg, in fact!

Coming in a set of bright designs they are wonderfully simple, eco-friendly and super easy to wash if anything gets spilt. Practical enough to be used for a whole range of tasks from day to day, this is a fun family choice. 

You'll find so many uses for this hardy and insulated five-gallon bag, from regular grocery shopping to picnics and camping. Roomy and well-made, not only does it have masses of utilitarian shopping space but it has smaller compartments in the front for keys and phone.

As sturdy as it looks, this bag is foldable, leak-proof and super-easy to clean if you do end up having a spill. The only downside we can see is that it isn't quite the most stylish on our list, but it sure does the job!

In at number ten we have a very eco-friendly option made from 100% organic cotton and packaged in a cardboard box. These reusable produce Bags from Shinok have a natural and minimal look and are easy and convenient to use, too.

It's great that these bags create no plastic waste and we love their earthy look. However, while they are ideal for a plastic-free trip to the greengrocer for some fruit or veggies, they aren't the comfiest bags to carry – the drawstring can put pressure on your hand or shoulder if they're over-filled.