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Vintage Promotional Tin Memorabilia
Explore our Vintage Tins collection, celebrating the colourful history of old packaging, household brands and classic British design. From biscuit tins and sweet tins to tobacco, tea and ointment containers, these charming pieces capture the character of everyday life in the 20th century.
Each tin carries its own story — bold typography, retro artwork and some with the unmistakable patina of age. These colourful, characterful vintage tins make perfect display pieces for kitchens, shelves, craft rooms and vintage‑themed décor. Each tin brings a touch of retro personality and timeless British style.
Some, but not all, of our tin collection appears in the tabs below. If you have time to stay a while, do click on “All”.
Mid Century Huntley and Palmers Floral Design ...
A charming example of mid‑century British tin design, this Huntley & Palmers floral biscuit t...
A charming example of mid‑century British tin design, this Huntley & Palmers floral biscuit tin features a soft, decorative pattern of stylised flowers arranged in a gentle, repeating motif. The pastel palette and clean layout give it a calm, elegant feel — the kind of tin that once lived on tea trolleys, kitchen shelves and sideboards throughout the 1950s and 60s. This is a well‑used tin with visible signs of age, including small dents to the lid rim, giving it the kind of lived‑in chara...
£42.00
Mid 1990's Scottish Butter Shortbread Tin - The...
This mid‑1990s Scottish butter shortbread tin celebrates one of Scotland’s most famous landmarks ...
This mid‑1990s Scottish butter shortbread tin celebrates one of Scotland’s most famous landmarks — The Old Blacksmiths Shop at Gretna Green — beautifully wrapped in a tartan design with vintage‑style illustrations. The artwork evokes the romantic folklore of the site, long associated with runaway marriages and Scottish tradition. The tin features a classic tartan wrap, period‑style imagery and a warm, nostalgic colour palette, making it a charming decorative piece as well as a collectable rem...
£20.00
Early 1970's Retro Flower‑Power Design Biscuit Tin
Bursting with colour and unmistakable 1970s charm, this retro floral biscuit tin features a bold ...
Bursting with colour and unmistakable 1970s charm, this retro floral biscuit tin features a bold wraparound design of stylised flowers in warm, vibrant tones. The repeating pattern, clean cylindrical shape and cheerful palette capture the optimistic, decorative spirit of early‑70s homeware. This is a well‑used tin showing signs of age and handling, the kind of honest wear that reflects years of everyday domestic life. The floral artwork still brings plenty of visual appeal, making it a lovely...
£20.00
St Michael Chrome Biscuit Tin – Vintage Marks &...
A wonderfully simple and understated piece of British retail history, this vintage St Michael bis...
A wonderfully simple and understated piece of British retail history, this vintage St Michael biscuit tin features a clean, chrome‑like finish with the branding pressed directly into the metal. With no printed decoration and no added colour, the design reflects the practical, unfussy aesthetic Marks & Spencer embraced for many of its mid‑century household goods. This is a well‑used tin showing clear signs of age and everyday handling, giving it the lived‑in character you’d expect from a p...
£20.00
Retro‑Styled Biscuit Tin – Colourful Geometric ...
Bright, bold and full of nostalgic charm, this retro‑styled biscuit tin captures the playful look...
Bright, bold and full of nostalgic charm, this retro‑styled biscuit tin captures the playful look of mid‑century kitchenware with its colourful geometric pattern and clean, cheerful design. The repeating motif wraps around the tin in a lively rhythm, giving it real visual appeal whether displayed on a shelf or used for everyday storage. Its practical size makes it perfect for biscuits, treats, craft supplies or small household bits, while the retro styling brings a touch of vintage personalit...
£15.33
Vintage Whitworths Party Theme Biscuit Tin
Bright, cheerful and full of retro charm, this vintage Whitworths party‑themed biscuit tin captur...
Bright, cheerful and full of retro charm, this vintage Whitworths party‑themed biscuit tin captures the fun, colourful spirit of mid‑century family celebrations. Decorated with lively illustrations of balloons, streamers, party hats and playful characters, it’s the kind of joyful design that once made Whitworths tins a favourite centrepiece on buffet tables and birthday spreads. The bold red background and wraparound artwork give the tin real display appeal, while its practical size makes it ...
£15.33
Vintage Red OXO Cube Collectable Tin - Unusual ...
A brilliant twist on a British kitchen classic, this vintage red OXO Cube tin stands out with its...
A brilliant twist on a British kitchen classic, this vintage red OXO Cube tin stands out with its unusual oval body and two flat sides — a rare variation on the familiar rectangular tins most collectors know. The bold red branding, crisp white lettering and compact size make it instantly recognisable, while the distinctive shape gives it real display appeal. Its quirky form makes it ideal for collectors looking to expand beyond the standard OXO designs, or for anyone who enjoys unusual packag...
£19.57
Rare Vintage McV Character 1970's Jaffa Cakes B...
Celebrate a brilliant slice of 1970s advertising history with this rare McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes “Mc...
Celebrate a brilliant slice of 1970s advertising history with this rare McVitie’s Jaffa Cakes “McV” character tin. Decorated with bold retro colours and playful cartoon artwork, it features McV — the fun, mischievous mascot created to promote Jaffa Cakes to children during the decade’s TV‑ad boom. It’s exactly the sort of eye‑catching packaging that would have jumped off the shelves in the biscuit aisle. Compact, colourful and instantly recognisable, it’s a standout piece for collectors of br...
£34.00
Vintage Mid Century MacFarlane Lang Chest Style...
Add a touch of elegant vintage charm to your home with this Macfarlane Lang chest‑style biscuit t...
Add a touch of elegant vintage charm to your home with this Macfarlane Lang chest‑style biscuit tin, designed in the form of a miniature casket with a hinged lid and raised feet. The lid features an oil‑painting‑style coastal scene inspired by late‑19th‑century seaside life, with finely dressed figures enjoying a day at the beach. Floral detailing frames the artwork, while the sides display a complementary patterned design that enhances the tin’s decorative appeal. This example shows light, h...
£48.00
Vintage Mid Century Jacob and Co Biscuit Tin
Bring a touch of mid‑century charm and Eastern‑inspired artistry to your home with this vintage J...
Bring a touch of mid‑century charm and Eastern‑inspired artistry to your home with this vintage Jacob & Co biscuit tin, beautifully decorated with Chinese‑style houses set beside calm coastal waters. The scene is framed by traditional floral patterns, giving the tin a distinctive decorative appeal rooted in mid‑century fascination with Asian‑influenced design.Its gently aged patina adds authentic character, softening the colours and giving the piece the warm, timeworn look collectors love...
£25.00
Vintage Mid Century Hunters and Palmers Chocola...
Bring a touch of refined mid‑century elegance to your home with this vintage chocolate mint crème...
Bring a touch of refined mid‑century elegance to your home with this vintage chocolate mint crème tin, beautifully decorated with a classic still‑life scene featuring a candlestick, roses and soft decorative detailing. Its gently aged patina adds authentic character, giving the piece the warm, timeworn charm collectors love. Compact and attractively designed, this tin once held chocolate mint crèmes — a popular gift confection of the era — and would have been displayed proudly on dressing tab...
£14.28
Vintage Cadbury's Biscuit Tin - Retro Styling
Bring a touch of classic British charm to your home with this vintage Cadbury’s biscuit tin, styl...
Bring a touch of classic British charm to your home with this vintage Cadbury’s biscuit tin, styled with the rich colours and elegant design that defined the brand’s mid‑century packaging. Compact and beautifully detailed, it captures the timeless look of Cadbury’s early promotional tins — the kind once found in family kitchens, sweet shops and holiday hampers across the UK. Cadbury’s Through the Decades — A Sweet Slice of British History From its beginnings in the 19th century, Cadbury’s bec...
£12.28
Vintage OXO Tin - True British OXO Tin Memorabilia
Celebrate a true slice of British kitchen heritage with this vintage OXO tin, a charming example ...
Celebrate a true slice of British kitchen heritage with this vintage OXO tin, a charming example of mid‑century food advertising at its most iconic. Designed with classic OXO branding and cheerful illustrative details, this tin captures the familiar look that made the brand a staple in homes across the UK. Its sturdy metal construction and instantly recognisable graphics make it a standout display piece for collectors of advertising memorabilia, retro kitchenware, or anyone who appreciates th...
£18.00
Vintage OXO Tin - True British Tin Memorabilia
Bring a touch of classic British kitchen nostalgia to your home with this charming vintage OXO ti...
Bring a touch of classic British kitchen nostalgia to your home with this charming vintage OXO tin, decorated in a bright blue palette with playful, cartoon‑style graphics. Originally produced as part of OXO’s mid‑century promotional packaging, this tin captures the cheerful, everyday branding that made the company a household favourite for generations. The tin features bold colours, lively illustrations and the unmistakable OXO logo, making it a delightful display piece for collectors of adv...
£18.00
Vintage Orange Early 1990's Radion micro PLUS C...
This Vintage early 1990s Radion Micro PLUS tin is a bold and vibrant example of British laundry p...
This Vintage early 1990s Radion Micro PLUS tin is a bold and vibrant example of British laundry packaging from the era. Finished in Radion’s unmistakable bright orange with crisp white and blue branding, it perfectly captures the energetic, high‑impact design style used for detergents in the early ’90s. The tin was originally produced as a reusable storage container for Radion Micro PLUS washing powder, offering customers a durable alternative to cardboard boxes. Its striking colour palette a...
£28.00
Vintage Persil Colour Collectable Storage Tin
This Vintage Persil Colour collectable storage tin features bright, bold branding in the familiar...
This Vintage Persil Colour collectable storage tin features bright, bold branding in the familiar Persil colour palette, capturing the look of late‑20th‑century British laundry packaging. The clean graphics and instantly recognisable logo make it a standout display piece, perfect for adding a pop of nostalgic colour to any utility room, kitchen shelf or vintage advertising collection. Designed as a practical storage tin, it reflects the era when washing powder brands produced reusable metal c...
£20.00
Vintage Fairy Non Biological Washing Powder Tin
This Vintage Fairy Non Biological washing powder tin is a classic piece of late‑20th‑century Brit...
This Vintage Fairy Non Biological washing powder tin is a classic piece of late‑20th‑century British household packaging. Decorated in the familiar Fairy colour palette with clean, bright branding, it captures the look of everyday laundry cupboards across the UK. The tin has been used for its original purpose to store washing powder, and therefore shows wear from use, giving it the honest, lived‑in character that collectors of authentic domestic packaging appreciate. A great display item for ...
£20.00
Vintage Persil Automatic Tin 1980s–1990s Laund...
This Vintage Persil Automatic Tin from the 1980s to 1990s reflects the bright, confident branding...
This Vintage Persil Automatic Tin from the 1980s to 1990s reflects the bright, confident branding that defined British laundry products during this period. Featuring bold typography, a clean layout, and Persil’s instantly recognisable colour palette, it captures the era’s shift toward crisp, modern packaging designed for busy family homes. Its straightforward styling and strong brand identity make it an appealing display piece for collectors of laundry tins, retro packaging, and British adver...
£14.12
Vintage Textured‑Finish Christmas Gift Tin Ret...
This Vintage Textured‑Finish Christmas Gift Tin features classic festive artwork paired with a di...
This Vintage Textured‑Finish Christmas Gift Tin features classic festive artwork paired with a distinctive raised surface design that gives the piece added depth and charm. The textured finish enhances the traditional Christmas imagery, creating a warm, nostalgic look that captures the spirit of mid‑to‑late 20th‑century seasonal packaging. Its decorative appeal makes it ideal for collectors of Christmas tins, retro festive décor, and nostalgic packaging. The combination of embossed texture an...
£11.33
Vintage Mid Century Children's Carry Case Sweet...
This Vintage Mid‑Century Children’s Carry‑Case Sweet Tin is a delightful example of playful retro...
This Vintage Mid‑Century Children’s Carry‑Case Sweet Tin is a delightful example of playful retro packaging, designed to resemble a small suitcase complete with a hinged handle. The tin features colourful, storybook‑style illustrations that capture the innocence and charm of mid‑20th‑century children’s design. Its cheerful artwork and imaginative styling make it an appealing display piece for collectors of vintage sweet tins, children’s memorabilia, and nostalgic packaging. The suitcase form ...
£42.00
Vintage Persil Automatic Collectors Tin
This Vintage Personal Automatic Collectors Tin from the late 1970s to early 1980s showcases the b...
This Vintage Personal Automatic Collectors Tin from the late 1970s to early 1980s showcases the bold, streamlined design typical of British household packaging of the era. Featuring strong typography and a clean, modern layout, it reflects the shift toward efficiency‑focused branding that defined domestic products at the time.Its distinctive colour scheme and straightforward presentation make it an appealing display piece for collectors of retro packaging, household advertising, and everyday ...
£16.00
Cadbury's Chocolate Biscuit Collectors Tin 2007
This Cadbury’s Chocolate Biscuit Collectors Tin from 2005 showcases the brand’s iconic purple col...
This Cadbury’s Chocolate Biscuit Collectors Tin from 2005 showcases the brand’s iconic purple colour palette and elegant gold detailing, reflecting Cadbury’s long‑standing identity in British confectionery. The lid features the classic Cadbury script with a clean, modern layout, while the sides continue the theme with a contemporary take on the brand’s heritage styling. The tin shows light age‑related wear, adding a touch of character without detracting from its strong visual appeal. Perfect ...
£12.00
Cadbury's Chocolate Biscuit Collectors Tin 2005
This Cadbury’s Chocolate Biscuit Collectors Tin from 2005 captures the brand’s iconic purple iden...
This Cadbury’s Chocolate Biscuit Collectors Tin from 2005 captures the brand’s iconic purple identity with a bold, nostalgic design celebrating Cadbury’s long association with chocolate biscuits. The lid features classic Cadbury branding with rich colour and decorative detailing, while the sides continue the theme with a clean, modern interpretation of the brand’s heritage style. The tin shows gentle signs of age, adding character without diminishing its strong display appeal. Ideal for colle...
£12.00
Vintage Jacob & Co Biscuit Tin London Heritage ...
This Vintage Jacob & Co Biscuit Tin from the 1950s features beautifully illustrated London he...
This Vintage Jacob & Co Biscuit Tin from the 1950s features beautifully illustrated London heritage scenes, capturing the charm and character of post‑war British packaging. The lid presents a traditional London landmark design, while the sides continue the theme with period‑style artwork typical of mid‑century biscuit tins. The tin displays an aged patina, adding depth, authenticity, and the gentle wear expected from a genuine vintage piece. This natural ageing enhances its nostalgic appe...
£32.00