London Pottery Globe Polka Dot Teapot with Strainer, Ceramic, Ivory / Multi Spot, 2 Cup Capacity (500 ml)

I’ve been looking for an XL size teapot for a while and recently purchased a Denby Halo teapot but returned it as it could only manage 4 cups despite being called extra large, it was great quality though.I saw this London Pottery Extra Large and had a read of the reviews but there weren’t many for the extra large and hardly any photos. After taking the decision to purchase the teapot XL I wanted to share my review to help others in their decision.Firstly I’ve added a good number of photos to show the teapot and the number of mugs it can fill. Secondly, I can confirm that the XL teapot can easily fill 12 mugs of standard and large size. I thought it could perhaps manage 10 mugs but it just kept going.It’s also dribble and drip free which is an awesome bonus as the wife hates me dribbling everywhere..Things to be aware of;The teapot needs to be warmed first before being ready to receive kettle temperature boiling water, a minor thing but worth flagging as I’ve only had teapots I could put boiling water in straight away.The lid has a very specific angle that needs to be respected when inserting it and removing it, if not done correctly it can cause trouble.The weight when full of three litres of water could be a struggle to lift for some, usefully there is a finger lip to support liftingThis is the first week of ownership, if anything good or bad crops up I’ll update this review. So far so good and the fact it fills 12 mugs is perfect for us.

I love this teapot! It makes a good cuppa and keeps the tea hot for a good half hour. I like my tea hot hot and if it cools down too quickly I can't drink it...this is perfect for me. Makes 3 good mugfulls. I love the rich brown colour and it pours really well. Great value for money.

Good size, fills four mugs. Quite heavy, but sturdy. Looks good. Nice match for Emma Bridgewater mugs

Loved the size, colour and design. Just enough for 3 mugs. Pours well no drips. Only problem is reaching in small hole to get out used teabags, its a bit small. A nice teapot overall.

We initially bought a Brown Betty teapot from Cauldon Ceramics, assuming they would all be similar. Big mistake - it looked good but the lid rattled and trying to mix the tea infusing inside it by giving it a swirl caused liquid to eject from the spout. Even worse, it dribbled when the tea was poured. Fortunately it didn't last long and this time I did a bit of research before buying a replacement.The London Pottery Globe Teapot has proved to be perfect. The design is sleeker than the somewhat clunky, bulbous one from Cauldon Ceramics, with an even blemish-free Rockingham glaze. Even more importantly, you can give the contents a swirl without the risk of liquid splashing out and it pours well - no annoying dribbles on your tablecloth. Highly recommended.

Good sized, decent teapot.You can easily get 5/6 average sized mugs of tea out of it and it's easy to empty, if you use leaves and it poor well, no drips.It came well packaged, no damage.Very pleased and can recommend both item and seller.

This is a handsome and good looking pot. It holds four generous mugs full . . . Unfortunately it has two design flaws which render it potentially dangerous to use by all without an iron grip and great strength! Firstly the tip of the spot is lower than it should be. Looks good and doesn't drip like many but the slightest inclination of a full pot and out comes hot tea. Secondly, the spout issue is compounded by the handle design. It is an uncomfortable curvature, too wide in section for a firm grip and the glass like glaze encourages slippage. Put together even I with strong hands have to put my spare hand under the spout to advance upon the mugs and only tilt when actually directly over the mug. My 14 yo daughter of average strengths for age and size cannot safely use it and I would not allow my aged parents to risk lifting and pouring. I'm disappointed, it promised much but was deceptive! Too much 'styling' not enough 'design' - or testing!

Bought this teapot to match my Emma Bridgewater pottery canisters. It really is a good match (without having to pay the Bridgewater price). It’s a good size and an easy pourer

This is a beautiful, well-made little pot. Slightly smaller than what I think of as a "standard brown betty." It's perfect for one person (if, like me, you drink quite a lot of tea each morning) or two (if you just drink a couple of mugs each).

Beautiful colour, great quality, lovely gift.

I just received this and have already used it and am very happy. I was looking for a very large teapot because I drink a lot in the winter months. It's very well made, sturdy. Pours well, no drips. The only thing I found concerning was the way it was packed for shipping. The box it comes offers little damage protection. And then it was just thrown in a box with a little bit of brown paper for cushioning. This shipped from London to NY. The outside box had a little damage but luckily there was no damage to the actual product. Seller should be more conscientious.

It’s perfect what can I say. The mini 2 cup pot is adorable. I might have to get one in each size.

This teapot is not made in England. It is made and shipped from China. There is no London logo. The accompanying literature says that the pot is “designed” in England but this may or may not be true. A teapot from china is not worth $80.00 CDN., no matter where it was designed.