Vintage Blue Tetley Tea Folk Collectors Mug

Brighten up teatime with this Vintage Blue Tetley Tea Folk Collectors Mug. Crafted in ceramic with colourful Tetley Tea Folk characters against a blue background, it celebrates one of Britain’s most beloved advertising campaigns.

Perfect for use or display, this mug is both practical and collectible — a cheerful reminder of the Tetley Tea Folk’s place in British tea culture.

Tetley Famous Tea Since 1837

Tetley, founded in 1837, grew into one of Britain’s most popular tea brands. In 1973, the company introduced the Tetley Tea Folk — animated characters who became household favourites through charming TV adverts. By the 1990s, the Tea Folk were cultural icons, embodying warmth, tradition, and the everyday ritual of tea drinking.

Promotional items like this blue‑design mug brought the campaign into domestic life, blending utility with advertising. Today, Tea Folk mugs are prized as nostalgic collectibles that capture the heritage of British tea culture and advertising history.