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Utopia Avebury Blue Large Rectangular Dish 220mm (Pack of 12)

SKU: GM076

£160.00(£192.00 inc VAT)
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The Utopia Avebury Blue rectangular dish is a stoneware serving piece finished with the collection's characteristic blue-rimmed decoration. At 220mm, it sits comfortably as a side dish, sharing plate, or individual serving dish depending on how your menu is structured. The pack of 12 makes it a practical quantity for most small to mid-sized covers.

Stoneware construction gives these dishes a solid, weighty feel that reads well on the table — particularly in settings where a rustic or informal aesthetic is part of the dining experience. The blue enamel-style rim detailing is consistent across the Avebury range, so dishes, plates, and bowls from the collection sit together cohesively when mixed on the pass or across a table.

From a practical standpoint, the dishes suit kitchens where tableware takes a reasonable amount of daily handling:

  • Stoneware body holds up well to regular service use
  • Consistent decorative finish across the collection supports a coordinated table setting
  • Pack of 12 provides a sensible opening quantity for a new cover or section
  • Rectangular form works for sharing portions, sides, or plated starters
  • The blue-rim style suits relaxed, informal, or gastropub-style dining concepts

It is worth noting that stoneware is heavier than porcelain or vitrified equivalents, which is a consideration for front-of-house staff handling large quantities across a busy service. These dishes are best suited to table service environments rather than high-speed counter operations. If your operation runs a very high cover count, it is worth considering whether a full 12-piece pack meets your needs or whether multiple packs are required from the outset.

The Avebury Blue range is well suited to gastropubs, bistros, farm-to-table concepts, and casual dining restaurants where the tableware is expected to complement an informal, characterful setting. For operators running a more formal or high-volume operation, a different material or profile may be more appropriate.

If you are putting together a full table setting from the Avebury range or want to talk through quantities and mixing across the collection, the team is happy to help.

Frequently asked questions

Is a pack of 12 the right quantity for my operation?

It depends on your cover count and how frequently the dishes are turned around between sittings. For a small restaurant or café running 20 to 30 covers, 12 pieces can be a workable starting point if your service pace allows for washing between rounds. Higher-volume operations or those running multiple sittings in quick succession will likely need more than one pack from the outset.

How does stoneware hold up in a commercial kitchen environment?

Stoneware is durable and handles regular service well, but it is heavier than porcelain or vitrified china, which is worth factoring in for front-of-house handling. It is generally suited to table service environments where dishes are placed deliberately rather than moved at high speed. As with all ceramic tableware, chipping can occur with heavy stacking or rough handling, so appropriate storage and handling practices help extend the lifespan of the pieces.

Does the Avebury Blue range include other pieces that coordinate with this dish?

Yes, the Avebury Blue collection includes a range of plates, bowls, and serving pieces that share the same blue-rimmed decorative style, allowing operators to build a coordinated table setting across multiple formats. If you would like to discuss how the range fits together for your specific cover requirements, our team can help you plan the right mix.
Utopia Avebury Blue Large Rectangular Dish 220mm (Pack of 12)

£160.00(£192.00 inc VAT)

£160.00(£192.00 inc VAT)

The Utopia Avebury Blue rectangular dish is a stoneware serving piece finished with the collection's characteristic blue-rimmed decoration. At 220mm, it sits comfortably as a side dish, sharing plate, or individual serving dish depending on how your menu is structured. The pack of 12 makes it a practical quantity for most small to mid-sized covers.

Stoneware construction gives these dishes a solid, weighty feel that reads well on the table — particularly in settings where a rustic or informal aesthetic is part of the dining experience. The blue enamel-style rim detailing is consistent across the Avebury range, so dishes, plates, and bowls from the collection sit together cohesively when mixed on the pass or across a table.

From a practical standpoint, the dishes suit kitchens where tableware takes a reasonable amount of daily handling:

  • Stoneware body holds up well to regular service use
  • Consistent decorative finish across the collection supports a coordinated table setting
  • Pack of 12 provides a sensible opening quantity for a new cover or section
  • Rectangular form works for sharing portions, sides, or plated starters
  • The blue-rim style suits relaxed, informal, or gastropub-style dining concepts

It is worth noting that stoneware is heavier than porcelain or vitrified equivalents, which is a consideration for front-of-house staff handling large quantities across a busy service. These dishes are best suited to table service environments rather than high-speed counter operations. If your operation runs a very high cover count, it is worth considering whether a full 12-piece pack meets your needs or whether multiple packs are required from the outset.

The Avebury Blue range is well suited to gastropubs, bistros, farm-to-table concepts, and casual dining restaurants where the tableware is expected to complement an informal, characterful setting. For operators running a more formal or high-volume operation, a different material or profile may be more appropriate.

If you are putting together a full table setting from the Avebury range or want to talk through quantities and mixing across the collection, the team is happy to help.