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Royal Crown Derby

World-renowned Derby fine bone china manufacturer producing hand-crafted porcelain and ceramic collectibles since 1748, with a factory, visitor centre and museum in Derby.

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Royal Crown Derby is one of Britain's oldest and most distinguished manufacturers, holding all four Royal Warrants. Its Derby factory on Osmaston Road has produced fine china for nearly 280 years. For founders, it is a powerful example of British heritage brand-building, artisan manufacturing, direct-to-consumer sales and how a deeply Derby business can sustain global recognition through craftsmanship, provenance and community.

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Based on Osmaston Road, Derby since the 18th century. A flagship Derby heritage business and the city's most internationally known manufacturing brand.

Sectorretail
Stagegrowth
FundingPrivate
Employees100+
Founded1748