Spode welcomes in the festive season with the launch of Christmas Tree Yuletide, a captivating new collection that brings fresh storytelling and rich decorative detail to one of the world’s most beloved Christmas ceramic designs.
Christmas Tree Yuletide honours the nostalgia and enduring charm of the original Christmas Tree collection while introducing a warm, expressive new look for contemporary festive entertaining. Each ceramic piece is expertly made in Spode’s Stoke-On-Trent’s factory, passing 22 pairs of hands during production.
Inspired by the much-loved Twelve Days of Christmas carol, the collection layers songbirds, partridges and festive foliage with flowing archival scrollwork, all designed to complement Spode’s iconic Christmas Tree motif.
Rich red tones sit alongside traditional greens and crisp whites, creating a joyful palette that feels both timeless and newly celebratory.
Christmas Tree Yuletide features a hand-painted design paired with classic shapes, that speak to Spode’s enduring craftsmanship, while the decorative pattern brings a sense of occasion to every festive gathering.
Designed to be enjoyed as a complete collection or mixed effortlessly with the classic Christmas Tree or Heritage Green Italian range, Christmas Tree Yuletide beautifully builds a table full of personality, tradition and festive spirit.
The collection comprises dinner plates, salad bowls, soup plates, a rectangular tray, espresso cups and saucers, mugs, a scalloped dresser plate, tablecloth, napkins and table runner. Each piece has been made to elevate both everyday seasonal rituals and memorable celebrations.
The original Spode Christmas Tree pattern has been a treasured part of festivities in homes around the world since 1938. Created by designer Harold Holdway, its characterful tree, adorned with colourful baubles, crackers and lanterns, and topped with a cheerful Santa, has become an enduring symbol of Christmas for generations. Christmas Tree Yuletide builds on that legacy, creating a new pattern to be shared, styled and treasured in homes year after year.
Gemma Harper, Group Senior Brand Manager at Spode says: “Spode Christmas Tree is an icon of the festive period. It has a remarkable ability to bring people together and evoke those familiar, joyful traditions that make the season so special. With Christmas Tree Yuletide, we wanted to celebrate that much-loved heritage while offering a fresh, expressive way to dress the table. The collection captures the magic of coming together, creating moments at home, and making memories that can be treasured for years to come.”
Whether layered with traditional Christmas Tree pieces, paired with crisp linen and seasonal greenery, or used as a standout setting of its own, Christmas Tree Yuletide brings warmth, storytelling and unmistakable Spode character to the home. It is a collection made for generous hosting, thoughtful gifting and the rituals that make Christmas memorable. This festive season, Christmas Tree Yuletide invites families to celebrate the old, embrace the new and create their own Christmas moments to treasure
Founded in 1770 in Stoke-on-Trent, England, Spode is one of the most iconic names in British ceramics. Renowned for its pioneering spirit and craftsmanship, Spode revolutionised the pottery industry with the perfecting of glaze printing, a major advancement credited to Josiah Spode I and his inherent innovation and ceramic mastery. With timeless collections such as Blue Italian—introduced in 1816 and still in production today—and the festive favourite Christmas Tree, Spode blends rich heritage with enduring style. Each piece reflects a legacy of quality, innovation, and artistry that continues to inspire collectors and homemakers around the world. As a proud part of the Portmeirion Group, Spode continues to create beautifully designed ceramics that honour its historic roots while embracing contemporary living.
