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This year Denby are celebrating their 200th birthday.  In 1809 production of salt glazed pottery begun using clay from a local seam discovered in 1806.  In the late 1800′s Denby diversified into more Kitchenwares and the richly coloured glazes which are now their trademark.  Today Denby is still a major producer of quality pottery focusing on Dining ranges.

These are a few of their most popular sets available today.

Denby Imperial Blue 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Set

Denby Imperial Blue has vibrant blues and crisp whites making the perfect combination. A modern classic, both bold and confident, if you want to make a statement then Imperial Blue is the tableware for you.  Click here for more information and to buy

Jet Black 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Set

the Jet collection combines matt and gloss finishes for a contemporary look with timeless appeal. Whether serving coffee or hosting a dinner party, Denby Jet adds eye catching style. Click here for more information and to buy

Denby Caramel Stripes 16 Piece Boxed Tableware Dining Set

The Caramal Stripes range is good enough to eat, Caramel by Denby is the ultimate feel-good range, available in a selection of drinking, eating, serving and cooking pieces. Add a dash of Caramel Stripes to create an appetising look for any dining table.  Click here for more information and to buy

If you want to find out more about Denby the book Denby Pottery 1809 – 1997 is a great resource to discover the history of the company and more about the ranges.  Click here for more information and to buy.

Denby Pottery 1809-1997: Dynasties and Designers

Where do you go to buy coffee mugs?  The internet is a real inspiration with lots of creative, fun, quirky and stylish coffee mug designs.  If you’re like us at On The Hob you probably have one with you at the PC.  We don’t think its possible to have too many, but even if you have enough one of these could make the perfect gift.  Here are our top picks.  Just click on the picture to be taken to the store and find out more.

Alphabet Coffee Mugs

Alphabet Coffee mugs.  Never again argue over who’s mug is whos with these fantastic Alphabet mugs, as they’ll have your initial on them!  Or buy several and see what you can spell.

Pantone Mugs

Pantone Mugs.  Why not try a pantone mug, where others buy pantone samples, you could by mugs!  Now what will go with the carpet???

Classic Penguin Story Mugs

Classic Penguin Story Mugs.  These have to be one of our favourites, as you relax on the sofa at the end of the day with a good book, what better mug to enjoy a cuppa in?

The My Cuppa Mugs

The MyCuppa Mugs.  Know someone who is never happy with their tea or coffee.  Too milky or not enough!  This may be the solution.  The MyCuppa Mug has a pantone on the inside so they can specify their perfect blend of milk and coffee or milk and tea!  Problem solved.

Keep Calm and Carry on

Keep Calm and Carry On.  From the WWII poster this mug is certain to defuse any situation, just keep calm… and carry on!

Drink Selector Mug

Drink Selector Mug.  Can’t remember the order?  Use the drink selector mug.  just turn the rings to show – Tea or Coffee, Milk or Black, and number of sugars.

Well thats all for now as I can hear the Kettle whistling.  Leave us a comment with the mug you love or your suggestions.