Denby Pottery Reviews

The history of Denby Pottery begins in 1806, when a seam of clay was discovered at Denby during the construction of a road to link the industrial towns of Derbyshire. William Bourne, a local entrepreneur, recognized the exceptional qualities of the clay. Production of salt-glazed pottery started at Denby in 1809 from a number of small buildings on the site of the clay bed. William Bourne gave the task of running the business to his youngest son, Joseph. The pottery prospered under Joseph's leadership and soon built up an international reputation for its quality bottles and jars.

In the early 19th century, these stoneware bottles were essential for holding commodities like preserves, pickles, ink, polish, mineral water, medicines, and even ginger beer. Joseph was not only ambitious with the commercial acumen to prosper but he was also an innovator and patented many of his ideas for improved firing methods in salt glazed kilns.

Control of the pottery passed to two nephews after the death of Sarah Elizabeth and Joseph Harvey. In 1916, the firm was formed into a limited liability company with Mr. Bourne Wheeler as Governing Director – a post he held until his death in 1942.

As glass became less expensive and a more popular method of holding fluids, stoneware bottles and jars were no longer required. Denby began to concentrate on kitchenwares and extended its range of artware. By the 1920s, Denby's functional kitchenware 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.

New kilns were installed at Denby and glazes were developed within a very short time which were compatible with the new methods of firing. At this time, sculptor Donald Gilbert joined the company and took advantage of these new firing techniques creating kitchenware such as ‘Cottage Blue’ and ‘Epic Green’. ‘Cottage Blue’ along with its later green and brown versions (‘Manor Green’ and ‘Homestead Brown’) were to become classics and remain in production for the next 50 years. Gilbert was also responsible for diversifying into animal figurines, beloved by collectors of Denby.

Denby Pottery offers a range of products including stoneware dinnerware sets, cookware, glassware, and more. The products are well-regarded for their quality and design. Customers have praised the tableware for its beauty and durability. The website often runs sales, such as a 50% off sale with free shipping over the Presidents day weekend. During Black Friday, customers can enjoy huge savings on various items, from stunning bowl sets and dinner plate sets to wine glasses and cast iron pots and pans. The prices are considered great for the quality of the products. However, specific prices for individual items are not provided in the search results.

Denby Pottery has a rich history dating back to its founding in 1809. The pottery was discovered during the construction of a road to link the industrial towns of Derbyshire. William Bourne, a local entrepreneur, recognized the exceptional qualities of the clay found at Denby. Production of salt-glazed pottery started at Denby in 1809 from a number of small buildings on the site of the clay bed.

The pottery prospered under the management of William's youngest son, Joseph Bourne, and soon built up an international reputation for its quality bottles and jars. Joseph was an innovator and patented many of his ideas for improved firing methods in salt glazed kilns. Salt glazing was a popular method of decorating stoneware at this time.

In 1898, control of the pottery passed to two nephews after the death of Sarah Elizabeth and Joseph Harvey. In 1916, the firm was formed into a limited liability company with Mr Bourne Wheeler as Governing Director.

As glass became less expensive and a more popular method of holding fluids, stoneware bottles and jars were no longer required. Denby began to concentrate on kitchenwares and extended its range of artware. By the 1920s, Denby's functional kitchenware could be found in many homes along with decorative vases, bowls, and tobacco jars which were all stamped 'Danesby Ware'.

New kilns were installed at Denby and glazes were developed within a very short time which were compatible with the new methods of firing. At this time, sculptor Donald Gilbert joined the company and took advantage of these new firing techniques creating kitchenware such as ‘Cottage Blue’ and ‘Epic Green’. These were to become classics and remain in production for the next 50 years. Gilbert was also responsible for diversifying into animal figurines, beloved by collectors of Denby.

Denby Pottery is a well-regarded manufacturer of ceramic products. The company offers a variety of items, including ramen bowls, tableware, and porcelain dinner plates. Customers have praised the quality and design of these products. The ramen bowls are noted for their size and exceptional craftsmanship. The tableware is appreciated for its beauty and functionality, enhancing the appeal of any dish served on them. The Arc White porcelain dinner plates are admired for their stunning design and finish. In addition to the products, Denby Pottery also provides experiences such as the potters wheel experience, which has received positive feedback for its informative and enjoyable nature. The company's customer service is also highly rated, with customers noting prompt delivery, well-packaged products, and responsive service.

Denby Pottery's 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 started at Denby in 1809 from a number of small buildings on the site of the clay bed. William Bourne gave the onerous task of running the business to his youngest son, Joseph. Known as 'Joseph Bourne' the pottery prospered and soon built up an international reputation for its quality bottles and jars. As glass was very expensive in the early 19th century these stoneware bottles were essential for holding commodities like preserves, pickles, ink, polish, mineral water, medicines and even ginger beer. Joseph was not only ambitious with the commercial acumen to prosper but he was also an innovator and patented many of his ideas for improved firing methods in salt glazed kilns. 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. Sarah Elizabeth and Joseph Harvey had no children to inherit the thriving business and on her death in 1898 control of the pottery passed to two nephews. Sarah’s own nephew withdrew from the business in 1907, leaving her husbands nephew, the third ‘Joseph’ - Joseph Bourne Wheeler as the sole proprietor. In 1916 the firm was formed into a limited liability company with Mr Bourne Wheeler as Governing Director – a post he held until his death in 1942. Times of Change As glass became less expensive and a more popular method of holding fluids, stoneware bottles and jars were no longer required. Denby began to concentrate on kitchenwares and extended its range of artware. 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. Pottery reflects the spirit of the age and sadly many other stoneware potteries in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire could not keep pace with these changes and closed as salt-glaze became outdated and unpopular. New kilns were installed at Denby and glazes were developed within a very short time which were compatible with the new methods of firing. At this time sculptor Donald Gilbert joined the company and took advantage of these new firing techniques creating kitchenware such as ‘Cottage Blue’ and ‘Epic Green’. ‘Cottage Blue’ along with its later green and brown versions (‘Manor Green’ and ‘Homestead Brown’) were to become classics and remain in production for the next 50 years. Gilbert was also responsible for diversifying into animal figurines, beloved by collectors of Denby.

Denbypottery.com accepts payment by credit or debit card, Paypal, and Klarna. The cards accepted are American Express (US only), Mastercard, and Visa. Payment is not processed until the stock is in the warehouse and the order is released for dispatch. For PayPal payments, please refer to the PayPal terms on the site. If choosing to pay by Klarna, customers will be directed to the Klarna site to 'Log In' and review the amount to be paid before returning to the site to complete the purchase. Please note that currency is accepted and charged in the country that was selected as the location. If any goods are received in a faulty condition, please contact the Consumer Services team to discuss return options. Refunds are made to the original method of payment and tesco vouchers will be converted to a denbyweb voucher.

At Denby Pottery, the Return Policy allows customers to return items within 30 working days of receiving the goods to receive a full refund of the purchase price less delivery charges. For any returns after 30 days, store credit only will be issued in the full amount of original purchase price less delivery charges. If the return is due to an error on Denby's part or the goods were faulty, Denby will reimburse for the return postage and refund the original delivery charges as well as the purchase price of the goods.

Regarding the Shipping Policy, the standard delivery lead times are currently 3-5 working days (excluding weekends and Bank Holidays) of receiving your order using their contracted UK carrier DPD. The standard delivery charge is now £4.95 per order. They offer free delivery on orders over £50 to UK addresses for a limited time. This is based on their Standard Delivery Service. Their Express UK Delivery service charge is £7.95 per order. Free Delivery on orders over £50.00 does not apply to Express Delivery. Express orders placed by midday Monday to Thursday will be delivered the next day. Express orders placed on Thursday (pm), Friday, Saturday or Sunday will be delivered the following Tuesday. Deliveries do not take place on weekends or Bank Holidays. Express orders placed on a Bank Holiday will be processed the following working day. An order placed on Bank Holiday Monday will be processed on the Tuesday and delivered on the Wednesday. Deliveries to the Scottish Highlands & Islands, the Isle of Wight and Northern Ireland will take an extra day or two to arrive. During busy periods including Bank Holiday events or Black Friday, the Express Delivery option may not be available.

The contact information for Denby Pottery is as follows:

• Telephone: +44 1773 740899
• Email: consumer.services@denbypottery.com
• Postal Address: Denby Retail Ltd, Denby, Derbyshire, DE5 8NX, UK

Please note that the customer service team is available from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 3pm Saturday. Outside of these hours, you can also email them. For any queries or questions regarding the Denby Pottery Village, you can call the same number or complete the form on their website. Please check their Frequently Asked Questions before contacting them. They are committed to providing a high standard of customer service. Regrettably, they are unable to offer online valuations for your Denby items. They do, however, hold regular Valuation Days at the Denby Visitor Centre.

To return an item to Denby Pottery, notify Denby within 30 days of receipt. This can be done in writing to Consumer Services, Denby Retail Ltd, Denby, Derbyshire, DE5 8NX, by email to consumer.services@denby.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1773 740899. Remember to provide proof of purchase.