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Tableware Blog — General

Christmas Posting Times 2025

Posted by Mike Eley on

Due to the ongoing challenges of rising business costs this we have reduced the frequency of our packaging and dispatch days from twice weekly to once weekly. This is usually every Monday. It can therefore, be up to 5 working days before your order is...

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What do your dogs eat from?

Posted by Mike Eley on

Have you ever wondered what bowls or plates pampered, dare we say posh, dogs eat from? Well, get ready to be amazed by the extravagant world of canine dining! (Yes, you read that right, we're talking about fancy dog dishes here.) What are the options for pampered pups? When...

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How the Tableware Industry Changed in the Last 50 Years

Posted by Mike Eley on

The tableware industry in the United Kingdom has undergone significant changes over the past 50 years. From advancements in manufacturing techniques to shifts in consumer preferences, the industry has adapted to meet the demands of a rapidly changing market. In this blog post, we will...

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An Open Letter To Charity Shops And Those Who Manage Them

Posted by Mike Eley on

Dear Sirs As a retailer of discontinued tableware, you will appreciate that we are only able to source our goods from the second hand/pre-loved market. For us this includes private individuals, car boot sales, antique fairs, flea markets, auctions and of course, the high street...

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Royal Mail Industrial Action

Posted by Mike Eley on

Once again, we have been notified of industrial action which impacts on collection and delivery services over the coming weeks.  The following is an extract of the notification we received from Royal Mail with the relevant dates: -  " The Communication Workers Union (CWU) has...

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Covid-19 Update

Posted by Mike Eley on

*** Covid-19 Update *** WE ARE STILL SHIPPING GOODS WITHIN UK AND TO SOME INTERNATIONAL DESTINATIONS We can no longer say it is business as usual. No one can right now. It's about as unusual as you can get. However, as an online business we are...

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The Growing Marketplace of Discontinued Goods

Posted by Mike Eley on

In the past few years, more and more people have started to show an interest in discontinued goods, either as a buyer or a seller. In fact, the discontinued marketplace is definitely growing, partly driven by customer loyalty to their chosen brand, and often driven...

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Can't Find What You Are Looking For?

Posted by Mike Eley on

If we don't have what you are looking for in stock there are two ways we can help. Back In Stock Notifications If you have found the piece you are seeking on our website, but we are showing that we are currently 'Out Of Stock!'...

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