Tableware Blog

Poole Pottery “Summer Glory” – History, Design & Collectability

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Poole Pottery Summer Glory is a richly decorated floral design that captures the warmer, more rustic tones of late summer and early autumn. Produced during the same period as Springtime, it offers a deeper, more mature alternative while retaining the practicality and charm of Poole’s...

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The Life of a Plate: From Pride of Place to “Oh No…

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Let’s be honest, most china doesn’t live a quiet life. It starts out as the best set. Carefully chosen, proudly displayed, maybe even saved “for special occasions only.” The kind of plates that only come out when guests are over, or when everything else in...

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Poole Pottery “Springtime” – History, Design & Collectability

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Poole Pottery Springtime is a charming and distinctive floral design that reflects the shift in British tableware during the 1960s, when Poole began combining modern shapes with softer, decorative patterns. With its delicate wildflower motif set against a warm, creamy background, Springtime remains a popular...

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New Stock Alert - 03/04/26 - Fresh Replacement China Finds

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We’ve added another varied selection of discontinued china and replacement pieces to our website this week, including the ever-popular Johnson Brothers Eternal Beau, the cheerful Emma Bridgewater Polka Hearts, and the clean, contemporary Royal Worcester White on White range. Whether you’re looking to complete a...

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How to Spot Quality in Pre-Loved China and Pottery

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Buying pre-loved china and pottery is often the only way to replace discontinued pieces and keep a much-loved set complete. But for many people, there’s always a lingering question: “How do I know if what I’m buying is actually good quality?” The good news is...

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Johnson Brothers Heritage White – The Foundation of a Best-Selling Classic

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Few tableware designs are as instantly recognisable as Johnson Brothers Heritage White. With its distinctive octagonal shape and clean white finish, it became the foundation for some of the most successful and widely collected tableware patterns ever produced. A Design Ahead of Its Time First introduced...

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New Stock Alert - Discontinued China Just Added - 26/03/26

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We’ve added another varied selection of discontinued china and replacement pieces this week, including the ever-popular Adams Meadowlands, classic Hornsea Cornrose, and a mix of Denby favourites such as Halo, Troubador and Truffle.

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How to Care for Vintage China and Pottery

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Vintage china and pottery often carry both practical and sentimental value. Whether it’s a well-loved dinner service, a treasured tea set, or carefully collected pieces gathered over time, proper care is essential to keep them looking their best and to ensure they last for many...

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