This year marks a century of the Shipping Forecast – a true British national treasure. For one hundred years, its soothing, familiar tones have offered comfort and reassurance, both to those at sea and to those on land. Whether guiding mariners through their voyages or helping insomniacs find rest, the Shipping Forecast has become an iconic part of British life.
To commemorate this milestone, we’re excited to launch our new collection celebrating this beloved broadcast. Our range features elegant printed cork placemats, trays, and coasters, designed to bring a touch of this British tradition into your home. Each item in the collection is crafted with care, paying homage to the Shipping Forecast’s enduring legacy.
Perfect for adding a unique, nostalgic element to your table setting, our pieces combine functionality with a sense of British pride. Whether you’re a fan of the forecast or simply love timeless design, this collection is the perfect way to celebrate a century of one of Britain’s most iconic and comforting sounds.
Organic cork placemats with simple contemporary designs. Inspired by nature, grown in Portugal, hand printed in Cornwall.
This collection is more than just a range of tableware—it’s a celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and the quiet rituals that bring meaning to daily life. Just as the Shipping Forecast has remained a constant through changing times, our designs are created to be enduring: versatile enough for everyday use yet beautiful enough to take centre stage at special gatherings.
Every placemat, tray, and coaster tells its own story. They begin in the cork forests of Portugal, where the bark is sustainably harvested without harming the tree, ensuring this precious natural resource can regenerate for generations to come. From there, the cork makes its way to Cornwall, where each piece is hand printed with care. The result is a collection that is not only functional but also deeply connected to nature and tradition.
Our designs draw inspiration from the landscapes and elements that the Shipping Forecast has long spoken of—the wind, the sea, and the changing skies. By combining simple, contemporary patterns with timeless materials, we’ve created items that are both practical and poetic, much like the broadcast itself. Just as listeners find comfort in the familiar roll call of sea areas, these designs offer a sense of calm and continuity in your home.
Bringing these pieces into your space is about more than decoration; it’s about weaving a little piece of British culture into your everyday routine. They’re perfect for hosting friends, for family meals, or even just for setting down a quiet cup of tea. Each use is a reminder of the resilience and rhythm of the sea, and of the role the Shipping Forecast has played in both practical safety and quiet comfort for over a hundred years.
The centenary of the Shipping Forecast is a rare moment to pause and reflect on the traditions that shape us. In a world that often feels fast-paced and uncertain, it is comforting to hold on to something steady, familiar, and reassuring. With this collection, we invite you to celebrate not only the broadcast itself, but everything it represents: care, resilience, and a uniquely British sense of calm in the face of the elements.
By choosing these placemats, trays, and coasters, you’re not only adding stylish, sustainable pieces to your home—you’re also honouring a century of history. You’re recognising the voices that have soothed sleepless nights, guided sailors through storms, and become part of the nation’s cultural fabric. And most importantly, you’re carrying forward a tradition that will continue to comfort and inspire for generations to come.
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