A Toby Carvery gift card (also searched as a gift voucher) lets you give someone a roast dinner without guessing their order. It can be loaded with any amount from £5 to £250, spent in one visit or gradually, and it works at Mitchells & Butlers venues across the UK, not only at Toby Carvery.
You can buy a physical card or an eGift card, and the expiry rule is kinder than most people expect: the 24 months run from the last time the card was loaded or used, not from the day it was bought. The one real restriction is that it only works in the restaurant, not online or for delivery.
Balance
£25.00
£5–£250
Toby Carvery Gift Cards at a Glance
A Toby Carvery gift card is a stored-value card issued by Mitchells & Butlers Leisure Retail Ltd and supplied through its gift card agent, Blackhawk Network. It holds a balance rather than a fixed meal, so the person receiving it chooses what to order.
| Quick fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Amount | Any value from £5, up to a total balance of £250 |
| Formats | Physical card (posted) or eGift card (emailed) |
| Where it works | Toby Carvery and other Mitchells & Butlers-managed venues in the UK |
| Online use | Not valid for online purchases, so no delivery or website orders |
| Expiry | 24 months from the date last loaded or redeemed |
| Daily order limit | £5,000 per day (relevant for bulk or business orders) |
| Cash and refunds | No cash exchange and no refund once purchased |
| Lost or stolen | Not covered or replaced |
How to Buy a Toby Carvery Gift Card
Both formats hold the same value and follow the same terms, so the choice comes down to timing and whether you want something physical to hand over. You can buy from the official Toby Carvery gift card page and choose any amount between £5 and £250, rather than a fixed denomination.
Gift cards are also sold by some third-party retailers. Check that any reseller shows the same terms, because the official terms are the ones that apply when you redeem the card.
Physical gift card
- Posted to a UK address, typically within a few working days
- Can include a free personalised message on the presentation card
- Best for birthdays, Christmas or any occasion planned ahead
eGift card
- Delivered by email, either instantly or on a scheduled future date
- Can be shown on a phone screen or printed before visiting
- Also carries a free personalised message field at checkout
- Best for last-minute gifts or sending to someone far away
Worth knowing: orders are capped at £5,000 per day, which only matters if you are buying in bulk for a business or event. A card can hold a total balance of up to £250.
Where a Toby Carvery Gift Card Actually Works
This is what makes the card more flexible than it first looks. It is not locked to Toby Carvery: under the terms it is valid at any Mitchells & Butlers-managed venue in the UK, which covers several other well-known restaurant and pub brands.
Brands shown are examples of the wider estate and can change. Check the venue accepts the card before you order.
Where it works
- Toby Carvery restaurants across the UK
- Other Mitchells & Butlers-managed venues nationwide
- In the restaurant, for dine-in orders
Where it does not
- Online purchases, including delivery and website orders
- Moto service stations and other franchised sites
- Any venue not directly managed by Mitchells & Butlers
Toby Carvery Gift Card Terms and Expiry
A few rules change how you should use one of these cards, and the expiry date is the one most people get wrong. It is not 24 months from the day you bought it.
How the 24-month clock works
In practice: using or topping up your card resets the window from that date, so a card used now and then can stay valid for years beyond the purchase date.
No cash exchange
Cannot be redeemed for cash, used as a cheque guarantee, or refunded once purchased.
Cannot be resold
Cards cannot be resold or transferred for value, only gifted directly to another person.
Treat it like cash
Lost or stolen cards are not covered or replaced, so keep the card or code as securely as banknotes.
How to Check Your Toby Carvery Gift Card Balance
Whether you received a physical card or an eGift card, checking the remaining balance takes a couple of minutes. Have your card number and PIN to hand before you start.
- Check online: open the official Toby Carvery gift cards page and enter your card number and PIN to see the balance
- Check in the app: if the card was added to your Toby Carvery account, the balance shows in your wallet or rewards section
- Ask in the restaurant: a team member can check the balance before you order
eGift card not arrived, or balance not matching?
Check your spam or junk folder first, because gift card emails are sometimes caught by filters. If that does not solve it, contact Gift Card Guest Services and have your order number ready. The phone number and opening hours are on the official Toby Carvery gift card page, which is the safest place to confirm them.
Toby Carvery Gift Card vs Discounts and Rewards
A gift card is a payment method, not a saving. It does not reduce the price of a meal, it prepays for it. If you want to pay less rather than give a gift, the options below do a different job.
Gift card
Prepaid balance of £5 to £250, redeemed in the restaurant. Best for gifting.
Carvery Club
Free membership with a 25% welcome offer and a stamp card. See the Carvery Club guide.
Discounts
Blue Light Card, UNiDAYS, teacher schemes and app deals. See Toby Carvery offers and discount codes.
A practical tip: because a gift card is a payment method, you can still pay part of a bill with it and the rest another way. Find the price of your meal first with the price calculator, so you know how far the balance will stretch.
How this guide was put together
This guide is based on the official Toby Carvery gift card page and its published terms and conditions. We do not sell gift cards or run the restaurants, and we only state details the terms confirm. Where a detail is not confirmed, such as phone numbers or whether a specific brand accepts the card, we say so and point you to the official source.
Last reviewed October 2026. Terms are set by Mitchells & Butlers and can change without notice.
Toby Carvery Gift Card FAQs
Practical questions people ask once they have read the main terms.
1Can I use a Toby Carvery gift card for a delivery or online order?
No. The terms say a gift card cannot be used to make an online purchase, so it can only be redeemed in the restaurant, not on delivery or online orders placed through the website or app.
2Can I top up a Toby Carvery gift card?
Yes. A card can be credited with any amount from £5, up to a total balance of £250, so an existing card can be topped up instead of buying a new one each time.
3Is there a minimum spend when using a gift card?
No minimum spend is required. A gift card can pay part of a bill, with the rest paid separately, or the leftover balance can be saved for a future visit.
4Does a Toby Carvery gift card expire?
The 24-month expiry is counted from the date the card was last loaded or redeemed, not from the day it was bought. Using or topping up the card starts a fresh 24-month window from that date.
5Can I use a Toby Carvery gift card at other restaurants?
The terms allow it at Mitchells & Butlers-managed venues in the UK, not only Toby Carvery. It is not valid at Moto service stations, other franchised sites, or any venue not directly managed by Mitchells & Butlers. Confirm at the restaurant if you are unsure.
6Can I use a gift card together with Carvery Club or other offers?
A gift card is a payment method rather than a discount, so it should work alongside a Carvery Club reward or another offer. The terms we reviewed do not state this explicitly, so confirm with a team member before you order, and read our guide to Toby Carvery offers and discounts for the discount rules.
7What if my eGift card email does not arrive?
Check your spam or junk folder first, because gift card emails are sometimes caught by filters. If it still has not arrived, contact Gift Card Guest Services with your order number. The number and opening hours are listed on the official Toby Carvery gift card page.
8What happens if I lose a gift card?
Lost or stolen gift cards are not covered or replaced, in the same way lost cash is not. Keeping a photo of the card number and PIN somewhere safe is a sensible backup, though it does not replace the card itself.
9Can I send a Toby Carvery gift card abroad?
The card is intended for use at UK restaurants. An eGift card email can technically be sent anywhere, but the balance can only be redeemed at a UK Toby Carvery or Mitchells & Butlers venue.
10Can a gift card be exchanged for cash or resold?
No. Gift cards cannot be redeemed for cash, used as a cheque guarantee, refunded once purchased, or resold or transferred for value. They can only be gifted directly to another person.
This independent guide is not affiliated with Toby Carvery or Mitchells & Butlers. Gift card terms can change, so always confirm the current terms on the official gift card page before buying or redeeming.
