Vintage PG Tips Comic Relief Collectors Mug

A cheerful vintage Comic Relief collectors mug, celebrating one of Britain’s best‑loved charity campaigns. Featuring the classic red‑nose branding and bold Comic Relief typography, it captures the playful, upbeat spirit of the fundraising events that became a national tradition from the late 1980s onward.

These mugs were produced as part of official merchandise ranges sold to raise money for Comic Relief’s charitable work. Today, they’re collected for their nostalgic appeal, bold graphics, and connection to British pop‑culture history.

Short History – Comic Relief & Its Iconic Merchandise

Comic Relief was founded in 1985 by Richard Curtis and Lenny Henry, using comedy and entertainment to raise money for important causes in the UK and abroad. Over the years, the charity became famous for its Red Nose Day campaigns, which inspired a wide range of themed merchandise — including mugs, T‑shirts, badges and, of course, the iconic red noses.

These items were sold through supermarkets, high‑street shops and televised events, becoming part of the shared cultural memory of British fundraising. Vintage examples like this mug now appeal to collectors of charity memorabilia, 80s/90s pop culture, and retro British design.