William Edwards Hive Plate 168mm – Pack of 12

The William Edwards Hive plate is a 168mm side plate produced under the William Edwards range by Steelite. The design draws on the flora and fauna associated with tea garden traditions, rendered in a delicate hand-painted style that sits comfortably within a formal afternoon tea setting. Plates are supplied in packs of 12, making them practical for venues equipping or restocking a dedicated tea service.

In a front-of-house context, the Hive pattern is well suited to afternoon tea menus, patisserie presentation, and light dessert covers. The smaller diameter is appropriate for side plates, bread plates, and the lower tiers of a traditional tiered tea stand, where a coordinated pattern across the table adds to the overall presentation without overpowering it.

• Hand-painted Hive pattern with a distinctive botanical aesthetic
• 168mm diameter suited to side, bread, and tea plate applications
• Part of the William Edwards collection by Steelite — consistent with wider range coordination
• Supplied in packs of 12 for straightforward quantity ordering
• Appropriate for formal afternoon tea, patisserie, and light dessert service

As with all fine bone china and premium porcelain tableware, operators should confirm suitability for their dishwasher chemistry and temperature programme before committing to a full cover quantity. Pattern wear over time is worth discussing with your supplier if the plates will be used across multiple sittings per day in a high-turnover environment.

This plate is best suited to hotels, country house venues, tea rooms, and restaurants offering a dedicated afternoon tea menu where presentation quality is a priority. If you are fitting out a full afternoon tea service and need guidance on matching pieces within the William Edwards range, the team is happy to talk through what works together.