Gluggle Jug.

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After the closure of Dartmouth Pottery in 2002, the manufacturing of the jugs moved back to its original home of Staffordshire, where Wade Ceramics purchased the jug mould. The 1st August is the start of the hunting season for many types of Deer and Game birds throughout the United Kingdom, so many of our hunters will be busily preparing their hunting attire. The most widely known manufacturer was Dartmouth Pottery and in 2002 when Dartmouth Pottery closed down, Wade Ceramics purchased the gluggle jug mould.

Available in a range of beautiful colours, t he Gluggle Jug, s haped in the style of a koi fish with a mouth-shaped pourer, gets its name from the 'glugging' sound it makes when poured at three-quarters full – it's the result of an air lock created in the fishtail which bubbles out. These British made Gluggle Jugs are the original fish shaped water jugs which when filled produce a ‘glug glug’ sound, which is where the name comes from. While this quirky decanter is the ultimate way to impress guests at dinner, Gluggle Jugs can also be used for decorative purposes, as ornaments for a sideboard or coffee table, or displaying flowers. Seconds show several issues with the glaze (several pinholes, clip marks, glaze runs, missing glaze etc. Gluggle Jugs have been around since the 1870's and have long been a household favourite, famed for their gurgling pouring sound they're now an interior accessory.The perfect addition to any dining table - this beautiful statement jug is a traditional design, shaped in the style of a koi fish with a mouth-shaped pourer that makes a 'glug glug' sound when liquid is poured out, giving the jug its name.

The jug is sure to be a talking point on any table and will add a touch of the coast to any indoor or outdoor dining table as part of you entertaining tableware.Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. PERFECT GIFT - Both beautiful and bold the Gluggle Jug makes a fantastic centrepiece for all occasions. Aside from its decorative value, the practical side isn't just a jug, the Gluggle Jug feels quite at home being used as a vase, decanter or utensil holder you could try popping your pens and stationery in it or even make-up brushes. Versatile and perfect as a gift they can be used as a water jug, carafe, vase, utensil jar or simply as an ornament. With details hand-painted in sunshiney colours, they’re shaped like the leaping fish caught on Maltese fishermen’s boats – though they also remind us of the carved creatures in Villa Bologna’s Dolphin Pond.

Today, The Gluggle Jug Factory now manufactures Gluggle Jugs after obtaining the IP rights from Wade. The jugs make a fun ‘glug glug’ or gurgling sound when water is poured and always cause much laughter and merriment around the table. Gluggle Jugs also known as Glug Glug Jugs are world-renowned and have been fascinating users with its wonderful 'gluggling' sound since it was first produced in the 1860s. The quality is exceptional, and you’ll have to look long and hard to find the smallest of blemishes. Whatever the occasion (milk or juice at breakfast or wine come evening), these Gluggle Jugs serve as excellent decanters.Thought made in China import, but not, as it is made in England with excellent detail, workmanship, and quality. Use your gluggle jug for mixers at a party, why not treat yourself and decant a bottle of your favourite red or simply as a water jug for mealtimes. Instead the jugs go through 6 pair of hands until they land in our warehouse to be picked up for you! A special pair of jugs were made in 1958 for presentation to the Queen and Prince Philip on their visit to Britannia Naval College; the jugs were 9” tall, glazed green and embossed with the Royal insignia and the date.