From the radio that plays the music as I begin each day, to the teas sipped and savored throughout the day, and concluding with the details that bring calm – either a stroll through the garden growing as it does in large part to all that has been learned from the many British gardeners sharing their knowledge or nestling in to read a magazine, book or tv series that comes from the United Kingdom – the British exports welcoming into my daily life here at Le Papillon appear sprinkled just about everywhere. And my everydays are all the more elevated because of it.

As we kick off this year’s 8th Annual British Week, I wanted to begin with this list of 40 items – tangible, viewable, or conceptual – whose origin is Britain and have been brought by choice and with great appreciation into the everyday rhythm, making it all the more harmonious, joy-filled and a pleasure to savor.

After perusing the list, which, if I sat here and kept typing, the list could go on and on, so I decided to cap it at 40 so you too could go on about your day 😉, please do share what everyday items exported from the UK you enjoy in your life.

Let’s take a look at the list (and the first giveaway is mentioned in it, so be sure to consider becoming a TOP Tier Member so that you can enter the giveaway).

1. Twinings’ English Breakfast

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2. Yorkshire Gold tea

I found this large caddy of tea bags at World Market during the holidays (they now only currently have the boxes of tea), but for the price, this was a great bargain.

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3. PG Tips tea

4. Robertson’s Golden Shred Marmalade

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5. Burleigh Teacups & Saucers, Teapot

~Shop all of their collections here.

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6. William Souter & Sons Copper Tea Kettle, antique

~Learn more about where I found this treasure in this Travel Diary post during my trip to England in 2023.

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7. Brown/Colbalt Betty Teapot

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8. Fabrics for upholstered furniture, lamp shades, and window treatments

Later during this week’s festivities, I will be sharing all of the British textile companies I love and have welcomed into Le Papillon’s customization projects. Needless to say, the British are experts in this trade, and therefore have oodles of beautiful options to choose from.

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9. Commonplace Journal

AND! The first giveaway for this year’s British Week is a Commonplace Journal from the company that made the book I was gifted with from a long-time member and reader of TSLL, Nicola. She lives in the UK and joined fellow members and myself for tea at the Ritz in London back in 2023. I continue to be grateful for what she introduced me to. Thank you Nicola 😌💛.

You may enter the giveaway here if you are a TOP Tier Member. Not a member yet? Explore all of the options to best fit you here.

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10. McVitie’s Original Hobnobs

While I am always eager to try different brands of digestive biscuits for pairing with my tea, and I have yet to meet a biscuit from the UK I don’t like, the Hobnobs have my full attention and appetite at the moment. I found these at World Market here in Bend, and I know other readers have shared they have found them at Trader Joe’s (our’s here locally doesn’t carry them, but be sure to check). You can also buy them online here.

What I like about these original ones, the Oaty One, is that they don’t have too much sweetness to them, but clearly a lot of butter because they crumble and melt in your mouth wonderfully. Easy to enjoy 2 or 3 quickly. ☺️

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11. Gardening books from various British gardeners

An endless library to explore. From current, well-known gardeners to gardeners from the recent and many decades past, they continue to be my teachers. Look for many garden books from British gardeners to be shared in the monthly garden posts (explore the garden post archives here) as well as in This & That posts.

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12. Haws watering can

For oodles of reasons I love this watering can, and as I shared in April’s garden post, knowing which one to purchase is the key to having this item for a lifetime (yep, a lifetime warranty). Learn more about why I love this particular watering can so much in this post where I share the 15 Gardening Tools I Love, and read this post to discover which can to purchase and how to ensure you have the lifetime warranty.

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13. Royal Sussex Trugs

As seen above and below, these are a treasure, and while they have now become quite expensive to ship to the States (they ship internationally, so be sure to check out the prices for your destination), if you are ever in Britain, making a trip to visit where owner Robin Tuppen and his team in East Sussex where they make and sell them at their shop Thomas Smith and The Royal Sussex Trug, is an absolute must.

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14. Burberry raincoat/trench

A classic for a reason and available in so many styles, sizes and colors.

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15. British television cosy mystery series

A few years ago in a previous British Week I shared this post – The Art of the British Cosy Mystery: 16 British Cosy Mysteries to Enjoy – and while many more British cosy mystery series have since emerged, I continue to enjoy watching them as I know many TSLL readers to as well.

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16. Gardeners’ World on BritBox/BBC Two

Every Saturday morning (a new episode airs Friday evenings in the UK on BBC Two), like clockwork, if it is March through October, I am watching the latest episode. My ‘Master Class in Gardening’ has come from watching this series since 2020, and the show itself has been on the air for more than 50 years.

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17. Fortnum & Mason silver tea strainer

The tea strainer is put into use each afternoon when I sit down for afternoon tea. This slows me down even more and reminds me to just be. While sometimes, I am not as still in the afternoons as I would prefer, simply by choosing to use a tea strainer, I pay attention to what I am doing, and mentally is more present each time a cup is poured.

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18. William Morris wallpaper

Oh goodness, the 19th-century textile designer, artist, author, and social activist has been on my radar for many years, even decades, so when I was able to bring his wallpaper into my home, it was a celebratory occasion. Since my first project with his Willow Boughs paper, I have papered three more rooms with his designs, and all three of those will be shared later this year in the Home Tours posts. I cannot wait to show them to you. ☺️

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19. Classic FM and BBC 3 Sounds (classical music station)

With both of these apps on my phone, I am regularly tuning in to listen to their programs. BBC 3 Sounds is void of advertisements, and while Classic FM does have ads, their hosts are exceptional, so its still worth tuning in.

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20. Addison Ross Bobbin Peppermill

In early 2025 I saw for the first time these beautifully British-esque with the bobbin-designed peppermills, and immediately inquired as to where they were made since I was seeing them while traveling in France. So fascinated by them, many readers will remember that one was given away during last year’s British Week.

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21. Barney, the vintage needlepoint embroidered stool found in Barnard Castle

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22. DeVol brass kitchen utensil hanging rack

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23. Dog beds from Charley Chau and Lords & Labradors

The pups have been sleeping in these beds for over four years and love them.

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24. Barbour dog coats and harnesses

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25. The Financial Times

To keep up with the international news, as well as London, more broadly the UK and Europe, I have been subscribing to this newspaper for a handful of years now. Yep, the paper printed on pink paper. They have a great gardening, books, style, and opinions section as well as all of the other news of the world, specifically focused on economics. I also have discovered many travel ideas and recommendations over the years – The Pig, for example. See my visit here, and yep, first learned about this chain of beautiful accommodations while reading FT.com.

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26. Roberts radios

These cute radios (also seen in the photo at the top of the post), also have amazing quality. I’ve talked about them a lot over the years, even giving one away a few years back during a British Week, but they really are worth it. You will also spy a Roberts Radio illustrated on the cover of my upcoming book – Savoring the Sojourn – as it really does play an everyday role of bringing something I savor – music – into my life.

~Shop Roberts Radios directly here.

I purchased mine through Amazon UK, however, it appears they aren’t shipping to the US at the moment. Be sure to put this on your list the next time you visit Britain if they have caught your eye. They are worth making space in your luggage to bring home.

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27. James & Sons umbrellas, traveling and traditional

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28. Pooky table lights

Available with a vast range of lamp bases and shades, cord and cordless, and everything in between, the price is quite affordable, and you can design your own. Seen below is the first lamp I purchased from them, and I love the modern, whimsical feel. They also have a online shop in the US, so you no longer need to buy an adapter for your plugin.

~Shop Pooky Lighting here.

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29. Sweaty Betty’s Gia Jogger pants

My go-to casual walking or relaxing wear, Sweaty Betty, is an athletic brand based in London that I was introduced to in 2012. I keep coming back for their styles that hit the mark for understanding a woman’s body and keeping it simple and timeless. Specifically, their jogger pants are a favorite.

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30. Afternoon tea

As mentioned above, loose leaf tea is often the tea of choice, and I do my best to enjoy a window in my afternoon, sitting down in order to slow down and what helps me do that is making a pot of tea, pairing a simple nibble of a biscuit with it, and ahhhhh. Thank you Britain for introducing this ritual to us all.

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31. Crumpets

While not enjoyed regularly, when I am craving a taste of an English muffin as we often call them here in the States, crumpets are a preferred choice, and World Market has them stocked.

~These found on British Essentials, from Warburton, are a good brand to pick up, and Brit readers and members, please do share your favorite brands. We are all ears. ☺️🇬🇧❤️

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32. British bakers and chefs – soooooo many

With a shelf full and growing out of its home for British cookbooks in my kitchen library, I continue to look to British cooks and bakers for their expertise. From Nigel Slater, Mary Berry, Paul Hollywood, Nigella Lawson, Rachel Khoo, Raymond Blanc (French, but a trusted British chef who has lived in Britain for decades), and so many more.

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33. Dyson stick vacuum cleaner

While this is a cleaning staple, it comes to us from a British inventor and I have been loving and using mine since 2019. Love it and their customer service as well. See all of their vacuums here.

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34. Downton Abbey

The Crawleys have become a recognizable name when it comes to British series to love, and for good reason. Having watched the entire TV series and then enjoying the three subsequent films, these are shows I can easily return to and watch again and again for a lot of comfort, a little bit of drama, and a whole lot of elegant British style in clothing, architecture, and decor.

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35. House & Garden magazine (online and in print)

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36. The English Home magazine

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37. The English Garden and Gardens Illustrated magazine

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38. Monty Don and the entire GW crew, pups and cats too!

As many Brits will tell you, Monty Don is a British institution as it pertains to the world of horticulture, and for good reason.

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39. Tartan scarves

While in County Durham, I picked up my first tartan scarf, and while simple, it is perfect, and is worn regularly on walks in the winter and autumn.

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40. BritBox and AcornTV

I am confident I could sit and write this list for days, but I will stop here for now. And with that introduction, TSLL’s 8th Annual British Week has begun! I do hope you enjoy two new posts each day of the week, five giveaways sprinkled throughout and a place to gather with fellow Anglophiles to celebrate all things British. Pour yourself a good cuppa and let’s begin!

Explore all of the posts from this year’s British Week, 2026