Kitchen — Dinnerware & Tableware (2026)

Pros

• Handcrafted stoneware from a well-known Derbyshire pottery
• Dishwasher, microwave, freezer and oven safe
• Neutral stone white suits any table setting

Cons

• Premium price for a 12-piece set

Pros

• Vitrelle glass is 3x more durable than ceramic
• Half the space and weight of ceramic dinnerware
• Chip-resistant and dishwasher safe

Cons

• Plain white pattern lacks the texture of stoneware

Pros

• Affordable full 16-piece set covers plates, side plates, bowls and mugs
• AB-grade porcelain resists chipping in daily use
• Microwave and dishwasher safe

Cons

• Plain white design with no decorative pattern

Pros

• Full 16-piece stoneware set for 4 in one box
• Bold matte black finish suits modern table settings
• Dishwasher and microwave safe

Cons

• Matte finish can show scratches from metal cutlery over time

Pros

• Covers dinner plates, side plates, bowls and mugs for 4
• Chip-resistant porcelain built for daily use
• Neutral coupe design pairs with any table style

Cons

• Plain white pattern without decorative detailing

Pros

• Minimalist porcelain design suits everyday and formal dining
• Gift-boxed presentation, ideal for housewarming gifts
• Dishwasher and microwave safe

Cons

• Premium price versus own-brand porcelain sets

Pros

• Full 12-piece set covers dinner plates, side plates and bowls for 4
• Subtle heart detailing adds character to everyday dining
• Microwave and dishwasher safe

Cons

• Pattern is less understated than a plain white set

Pros

• Lightweight, shatter-resistant melamine suits busy households and caravans
• 16-piece set includes mugs as well as plates and bowls
• Dishwasher safe for easy everyday cleaning

Cons

• Melamine is not microwave safe, unlike ceramic or porcelain

Pros

• Full 16-piece set covers plates, dessert dishes, mugs and pasta bowls for 4
• Neutral white design suits everyday and formal dining
• Dishwasher and microwave safe porcelain

Cons

• Plain white pattern lacks decorative detail

Pros

• Lightweight enamel is chip and crack resistant, great for busy households
• Bold green finish adds colour to everyday dining
• Doubles up as durable camping tableware

Cons

• Enamel finish can chip if scraped hard with metal cutlery

Pros

• Matt stoneware finish gives a contemporary look at a budget price
• Full 12-piece set covers plates, side plates and bowls for 4
• Microwave and dishwasher safe

Cons

• Matte glaze can show wear from cutlery marks over time

Pros

• Classic Botanic Garden floral design, made in England
• Place setting for one covers plate, side plate, bowl and mug
• Dishwasher and microwave safe earthenware

Cons

• Sold as a single place setting rather than a full service

Pros

• Durable vitrified earthenware built for daily use
• Classic plain white design suits any table setting
• Made in England by a long-established pottery brand

Cons

• Plates only, no matching bowls or side plates in this set

Pros

• Contrasting black rim adds a modern edge to a classic white set
• Full 16-piece set covers plates, side plates, bowls and mugs
• Dishwasher and microwave safe porcelain

Cons

• Black rim can show wear from cutlery scuffs over time

Pros

• Geometric blue pattern adds character to everyday dining
• Affordable full 16-piece set for a family of 4
• Dishwasher and microwave safe

Cons

• Pattern placement varies slightly between pieces

Pros

• Iconic festive pattern from a heritage British pottery brand
• Includes dinner plates, salad plates and mugs for 4
• Chip-resistant earthenware suitable for daily use

Cons

• Premium price for a seasonal-themed set

Pros

• Premium porcelain made in Germany
• Covers dinner and soup plates for 4
• Dishwasher, microwave and oven safe up to 200°C

Cons

• Plates only, no bowls or mugs included in this 8-piece set

Pros

• Vitrified stoneware made in Stoke-on-Trent, England
• Underglaze decoration resists scratching and fading in the dishwasher
• 12-piece set covers dinner plates, side plates and bowls for 4

Cons

• Pattern is more decorative, may not suit a minimal table setting

Pros

• Classic Blue Willow pattern is a timeless British design
• Vitrified earthenware made to withstand daily dishwasher use
• Dinner plates, salad plates and coupe bowls cover a full table setting for 4

Cons

• Premium price for a traditional patterned set

Pros

• Designed to mix and match across the wider 1815 collection
• Durable stoneware suited to everyday family use
• Dishwasher, microwave, freezer and oven safe

Cons

• Premium price for a 16-piece set

Pros

• Classic botanical pattern made in England since the 1970s
• Dishwasher and microwave safe earthenware
• Set of 6 suits larger households and dinner parties

Cons

• Plates only, no bowls or side plates included in this set

Pros

• 24-piece set serves 6 people with plates, bowls and mugs
• Square stoneware shape gives a modern restaurant look
• Dishwasher, microwave and oven safe

Cons

• Black glaze shows scratches more than lighter colours over time

Pros

• Ivory white porcelain suits any table setting
• Square Cloris design gives a contemporary look
• Chip-resistant and dishwasher safe

Cons

• 12-piece set covers only dinner plates and pasta bowls, no side plates

Pros

• Reactive glaze gives each piece a unique blue finish
• Chip and scratch resistant stoneware
• Microwave and dishwasher safe

Cons

• Reactive glaze means slight colour variation between pieces

Pros

• Handpainted multicolour design gives a rustic chic look
• Full 24-piece combination set for 6 people
• Stoneware construction is durable for everyday use

Cons

• Handpainted finish costs more than plain single-colour sets

Pros

• Full 30-piece service for 6 includes cups and saucers
• Ivory white porcelain works with any decor style
• Square shape gives a modern table setting

Cons

• Larger set takes up more cupboard storage space

Pros

• Service for 4 with dinner, side plates and bowls
• Scratch-resistant porcelain built for daily use
• Microwave, oven and dishwasher safe

Cons

• No cups or mugs included in this set

Pros

• Simple, classic white porcelain suits any table setting
• Dishwasher and microwave safe for everyday use
• Budget-friendly full service for 4

Cons

• Plain design with no decorative pattern options