Royal Albert is great anywhere in the house! As popular now as it was when first designed by Harold Holdcroft in 1962, Old Country Roses was inspired by English roses in full summer bloom. This classic tableware pattern is complemented by an excellent range of boxed giftware.

Exquisitely made from translucent white bone china, its inspired by Harold Holdcroft's 1962 vintage design, focused on the English national flower throughout. You'll find that each of the bone china mugs, trinket boxes, mantel clocks and accessories is vividly decorated in the hues of English summer gardens in bloom, delicately embellished with 22 carat gold trim. And each item is suitably gift packaged in the distinctive deep maroon tones of Royal Albert, featuring the natural rose motif.

The best selling dinnerware pattern in the world! The nostalgic warmth of Old Country Roses has stood the test of time. The cluster of roses almost fills the air with a sweet smell. Available in every serving piece and giftware imaginable. Old Country Roses is a pattern to be cherished

1962

The History of Old Country Roses

Designed by Harold Holdcroft in 1962, Old Country Roses fine bone china dinnerware was inspired by a typical English country garden with flowers in bloom. Little did Holdcroft realize he was creating what would become one of the most recognized and celebrated fine bone china dinnerware patterns in the world . Old Country Roses dinnerware is truly one of a kind. The pure white bone china features a "Montrose" shape -- a flamboyant, curvaceous traditional fluted design with twisting, curling handles that makes a beautiful tablesetting. Old Country Roses' signature clusters of red, pink and yellow roses, offset by brilliant stippled gold rims and accents epitomizes the essence of fine English tableware... traditional, feminine, floral and Victorian. The result is a pattern that sits perfectly within any style of decor -- from the very traditional to modern, shabby-chic.

Today, Old Country Roses is appreciated around the world and enjoys an ardent following of loyal consumers, many of whom consider themselves Old Country Roses collectors. In addition to the dinnerware, thousands of Old Country Roses gifts and accessories featuring the signature design have been produced over the years, adding to the uniqueness and worldwide appeal of Old Country Roses. The result is a pattern with a reach that exceeds beyond the dining room -- as there's an Old Country Roses product for virtually every room in a modern American home. With anywhere from 10-20 new Old Country Roses gifts and accessories launched each year, the beauty and wonder that's Old Country Roses will no doubt continue for years to come.

In addition to the Old Country Roses products available at RoyalDoulton.com, the pattern has been licensed around the world for use in the production of a wide range of non-ceramic tableware, gifts and home accessories, including categories such as: flatware, linens and fabrics, wallpaper, fragrances, and stationary.

A Celebration of the Old Country Roses - 1986

Christmas Magic - 1990

Holiday Classic Collection  - 1999