William Edwards Hive Bowl 145mm Afternoon Tea Bowl (Pack of 6)
Product Description
The William Edwards Hive bowl is a fine bone china serving bowl finished with a delicate hand-painted design drawn from the flora and fauna of tea gardens around the world....
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 0.24
- Dimensions
- 0.27(H) x 0.24(W) x 0.26(D)mm
- Weight
- 2.93kg
Downloads
Product Description
The William Edwards Hive bowl is a fine bone china serving bowl finished with a delicate hand-painted design drawn from the flora and fauna of tea gardens around the world. At 145mm across, it is a practical size for afternoon tea accompaniments, desserts, and individual portions in a more formal dining setting.
William Edwards is known for producing tableware that holds up in professional service environments without sacrificing the refined aesthetic that front-of-house teams and guests expect. The Hive pattern in particular has a considered, distinctive quality that sits well on a dressed table and communicates a degree of care and attention to the guest experience.
For operators building or refreshing an afternoon tea offering, the Hive range provides a coherent look across multiple piece types, which simplifies presentation and helps create a consistent visual identity across covers. Supplied in packs of six, the quantity suits smaller operations or those looking to top up an existing set rather than commit to a full bulk order.
This bowl is well suited to hotel afternoon tea, independent tearooms, private dining, and any setting where presentation is a meaningful part of the guest experience. Operators running high-volume casual service may find a more hardwearing everyday range a better match for their throughput requirements.
If you are building out a full table setting or want to discuss which pieces from the Hive range work best together for your particular service style, the team is happy to help.
Key Features
- Hand-painted Hive pattern inspired by global tea garden flora and fauna
- Fine bone china construction suited to formal front-of-house use
- 145mm bowl size practical for individual portions and afternoon tea service
- Part of the wider William Edwards Hive range for cohesive table settings
- Supplied in a pack of six for straightforward stock management
Operational Benefits
- Distinctive pattern elevates presentation for afternoon tea and fine dining
- Cohesive range design simplifies visual consistency across table settings
- Pack-of-six format suits top-up purchasing without over-committing stock
- Refined aesthetic communicates quality to guests without overcomplicating service
- Manufacturer reputation supports confidence in front-of-house durability
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 0.24
- Dimensions
- 0.27(H) x 0.24(W) x 0.26(D)mm
- Weight
- 2.93kg
Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions
- The Hive range is designed with formal and premium casual dining in mind, making it best suited to settings where presentation is a priority. For high-turnover environments with frequent dishwasher cycling and heavier handling, a more robust everyday range would typically be a better long-term investment.
- Yes — the Hive pattern runs across multiple piece types within the William Edwards range, so the bowl can be combined with plates, cups, and saucers to create a consistent table setting. If you are planning a full afternoon tea set, it is worth confirming current stock availability across the range before ordering.
- William Edwards fine bone china is generally produced to withstand commercial dishwasher use, though hand-painted decorative pieces benefit from careful handling to preserve the finish over time. If longevity of the pattern is a concern in a high-cycle operation, the team can advise on the most suitable care approach.