https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/glassware/Recent content in glassware on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usThu, 23 Apr 2026 05:06:53 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/major-uk-kitchenware-brand-bristol-blue-glass-to-close-permanently-on-may-31/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:06:53 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/major-uk-kitchenware-brand-bristol-blue-glass-to-close-permanently-on-may-31/Bristol Blue Glass, a cherished British kitchenware and glassware brand, has confirmed it will close its doors for good on May 31. Established 38 years ago to revive Bristol’s historic glass-making tradition, the company has been a staple of local craftsmanship and industry. The brand cites multiple factors contributing to its closure, including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has exacerbated operational difficulties. A spokesperson highlighted the broader issues impacting small manufacturers, stating: “The government’s appalling treatment of small businesses, lack of leadership, and the heavy tax burden have turned running a manufacturing business into an expensive hobby rather than a viable livelihood.