Dinnerware

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Upgrade your table with beautifully crafted diningware built for modern living. Our curated collection includes dining sets, plates, bowls, cutlery, and serveware designed to elevate every meal. Whether it’s relaxed family dining, weeknight dinners, or entertaining guests. Discover durable materials, elegant finishes, and timeless designs that pair effortlessly with your kitchen and home décor.

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Nature Art Style Dinner plates Dinner plates€15,95 Pintinox Duke Satin Steel Cutlery Set - 24 Piece Satin cutlery€81,95 Edge Champagne Flutes - Set of 4 Clear | M&W Champagne flutes€20,95

Set the table

Tell us how many people you are setting for, lunch or dinner. We match the number of boxes for each item so everything comes out even, then add the finishing touches for the table.

How many people?
1Choose your dinner set
2Add matching cutlery
3Pick your glasses
4Add napkins
5Finish with placemats

Finishing touches, one for the table

6Tablecloth
7Table runner
8Centrepiece and candles
9Serving, carafes and condiments

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Dinnerware for every kind of table

From everyday plates and bowls to cutlery and serveware for when friends come round. Start with a dinner set, then add the pieces that finish the table.

Dinner sets

12 and 16 piece sets in white porcelain, marble effect and blue and white patterns.

Cutlery

24 piece stainless steel, satin and gold finish sets for everyday use or best.

Serveware

Acacia wood serving dishes, antipasti boards and snack dishes for sharing.

Glasses & placemats

Champagne flutes, crystallised tumblers and faux leather placemat sets to finish the table.

Buying guide

Choosing a dinner set

Count how many people you usually cook for, then decide whether you want mugs in the set. Leave a couple of spare settings for breakages and guests.

12 piece setServes 4

Usually a dinner plate, side plate and bowl each.

16 piece setAdds mugs

The same, plus a mug for each person.

MaterialPorcelain

Light, smooth and hard-wearing for everyday use.

Dinnerware as a gift

A dinner set or a boxed cutlery set is a practical wedding, housewarming or first-home present. For more ideas, see our kitchen gifts.

Dinnerware FAQs

Where can I buy affordable dinnerware in the UK?

Kitchen Essentials sells affordable dinnerware online across the UK. Dinner sets start from £31.95, serving dishes from £9.95, and you can add matching cutlery and glasses in one go with Set the table. UK delivery is free on orders over £50.

Why choose Kitchen Essentials for affordable dinnerware?

We source directly from trusted suppliers and manufacturers, which keeps our prices below the high street. You get 12 and 16 piece dinner sets, cutlery, glasses and serveware in one place, free UK delivery over £50 and 30 days to send anything back.

How many pieces of dinnerware do I need?

A 12 piece set usually serves four, with a dinner plate, side plate and bowl each. A 16 piece set adds a mug for each person. If you often have guests, buy enough for two extra settings.

Is your dinnerware dishwasher safe?

Many porcelain sets are, but care varies by product. Check the care notes on each product page before you buy.

What is the difference between porcelain, stoneware and bone china?

Porcelain is light, smooth and hard-wearing. Stoneware is heavier with a more rustic look. Bone china is the finest and most delicate, often chosen for special occasions.

Can I buy matching cutlery and glasses?

Yes. Use Set the table at the top of this page to pick a dinner set, cutlery and glasses together and add them to your basket in one go.

Are your dinner sets microwave safe?

Many plain porcelain sets can go in the microwave, but anything with a gold, silver or metallic rim should not. Care varies by product, so check the care notes on each product page.

What size are dinner plates and side plates?

Dinner plates are usually around 26 to 28cm across and side plates around 19 to 21cm. Exact sizes are listed on each product page, so check them against your cupboards and dishwasher racks.

How many place settings is a 24 piece cutlery set?

A 24 piece set usually serves six, with a knife, fork, dessert spoon and teaspoon for each person. A 16 piece set usually serves four.

How do I look after bone china and gold-rimmed dinnerware?

Wash it by hand in warm soapy water, dry it straight away and keep it out of the microwave. Stack plates with a sheet of kitchen roll between them to protect the glaze and rims.

Do you sell serveware for parties and sharing?

Yes. The collection includes acacia wood serving dishes, antipasti boards, snack dishes and serving bowls, which work well alongside a dinner set when you have guests.

What if something arrives damaged?

Email hello@kitchen-essentials.co.uk as soon as possible with your order number and a photo of the damage so we can help. You also have 30 days to send anything back.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery times vary by product, with some items taking up to 12 days. UK delivery is free on orders over £50, and you have 30 days to send anything back.