Denby

Create just the right atmosphere! Denby tableware is
exceptionally versatile and durable, and safe for use in the
dishwasher, oven, microwave and freezer, giving years of
continual use.

Denby have been making pottery for almost 200 years!
Our aim is to match our customers' requirements for style and
quality in tableware. We watch trends in eating, interior design
and fashion closely, to bring you products that are up to date
and reflect the way people live today. In our range you'll also
find elegant classic colours that are always in style.

Our products are carefully made and checked in Derbyshire, in
England, using the best combination of craftsmen's skills and
technical knowledge. Each piece is unique, and goes through 25
pairs of hands before reaching yours - but our glazes are
harder than steel and our preparation and recycling of raw
materials is state of the art.

We are proud of our quality - and of the nearly 200 years we
have been working in ceramics.

Our history begins in 1806, when a seam of clay was found at
Denby during the construction of a road to link the industrial
towns of Derbyshire. William Bourne, a local entrepreneur,
examined the clay and recognised its exceptional qualities.

Production of salt-glazed pottery was started at Denby in 1809
and William gave the onerous task of running the business to
hisyoungest son, Joseph.
Known as 'Joseph Bourne' the pottery prospered and soon built
up an international reputation for its quality bottles and jars.
These bottles held anything from ink, polish and medicines to
preserves and even ginger beer.
Salt glazing was a popular method of decorating stoneware at
this time. Common salt was thrown onto the kiln fires when the
embers were at their hottest. The salt vapour combined with the
surface of the pot to produce a shiny brown surface coating.

Times were changing and in the late 1800's glass bottles
became less expensive and replaced ceramic containers. Denby
Pottery diversified by extending its kitchenware range and
developed richly coloured glazes which were to become Denby's
trade mark.
By the 1920's Denby's functional kitchenware (from pie dishes,
jelly moulds and colanders to 'hot water bottles') could be
found in many homes along with decorative vases, bowls and
tobacco jars which were all stamped 'Danesby Ware'. This was
the generic name given by Denby Pottery to all its decorative
and giftware ranges.

In the 1930's 'Electric Blue' (shiny blue) and 'Orient ware' (matt
blue/brown) became classic giftware ranges and today are
popular with collectors. Kitchenware became more colourful
with Cottage Blue, Manor Green and Homestead Brown - all of
which remained popular until the early 1980's.

Radical steps to change Denby's product range were taken in
the 1950's when the pottery became predominantly a producer
of tableware (ranges now included cups, saucers and plates).
Denby continued to employ the best designers to ensure the
transition was successful and this expertise produced such
best sellers as Greenwheat (1956), Echo and Ode (1950's),
Studio (1961) and Arabesque (Samarkand in the USA - 1964).

The 1970's brought a revolution in 'oven-to-tableware' -
Denby's striking designs and practicality alleviated the need for
separate cooking dishes and more decorative plates for
serving. Denby could withstand oven temperatures and Gypsy
(1971), Troubadour (1971), Cotswold (1973) and Romany
(1970's) all graced the 1970's table with flair.

By the 1980's 'casual dining' became more popular and ranges
such as Imperial Blue and Regency Green were able to fit into
both formal entertaining and family gatherings.

We continue to build on this proud heritage with our
contemporary ranges such as Juice, Energy and Reflex which
reflect today's informal style. We owe much of our present
success to the skills of earlier generations of craftsmen. Most
importantly, Denby has not lost sight of the reasons for its
popularity as generations have grown to expect leading designs
combined with a tradition of quality and durability.

Returns Policy
On closing list, all items will be ordered from the manufacturer.
Wedding Wish List cannot exchange or refund any items once
ordered, except for breakages reported within 7 days of
delivery.

Denby at Wedding Wish List brings you the entire range of Denby
tableware direct from the manufacturer!

Choose online 24 / 7 from the largest range of Denby products in
Ireland – from Ireland’s largest wedding list service.

No directions necessary – all Denby products are chosen online.

AllGifts / Wedding Wish List offers FREE delivery on orders above
350 euro anywhere in Ireland, North and South. Delivery takes 4 -
6 weeks.

If you choose delivery, we will contact you with any delivery
charges.

To check delivery costs or stock availability for a specific order,
please contact-

Gary in AllGifts / Wedding Wish List
Tel: 0818 22 22 22
Email: info@allgifts.ie