10 Best Tiered Cake Stands UK 2024 | Spode, Portmeirion, and More

Born in 1834, William Morris was an accomplished writer, artist and textile designer. His patterns remain incredibly popular even today, and this three-tiered cake stand features three of his designs: strawberry thief, honeysuckle, and golden lily.

It includes three tiers, all of a decent size, as well as a nice, rounded carrying handle. It'd make a perfect gift for giving to friends or relatives, especially as it comes with a beautiful gift box, which is also decorated with a William Morris pattern.

This three-tier cake stand is particularly noteworthy because it features square trays rather than round plates. The unique design means additional space, and, particularly when combined with the impressive size of the trays, the result is a stand with tons of room.

It looks great too. Each tray is made of fine china and is decorated with a different colour and series of patterns. The material can get a little heavy, but the sturdy carry handle makes transporting this stand super easy. To top it all off, it comes at an impressively low price!

This cake stand's gold stainless steel and hammered metal finish give it an ultra-modern appearance. It's great for those who love to put their own spin on things and are looking to introduce contemporary designs to the age-old British tradition of afternoon tea.

It only has two tiers, which means it might not be the best choice if you're looking for as much cake capacity as possible, but it's ideal if you're looking to save on cupboard space. It also features a lovely rounded carry handle to help you transport it comfortably from kitchen to garden.

Next up, we have a stand from Sara Miller - an award-winning designer based in London whose products are hugely popular across the UK. Her Chelsea cake stand is decorated with tropical birds and is a perfect example of her characteristic use of vibrant patterns and bold colours.

Remarkably, the plates' golden leaf patterns are embellished with real 22-carat gold, which is nicely complemented by the gold spindle. As well as being beautiful, this cake stand is also highly practical - three tiers mean plenty of space for cakes and sandwiches.

The Anna Gong Cake stand is a tribute to Alessi's art 898 cake stand, which was one of the company's best-selling items in the 1960s. It's an excellent pick for those with a retro sensibility, and its durable stainless steel construction ensures it'll last for years to come. 

The Anna Gong is a three-tier cake stand with plenty of space for cakes and snacks. However, what makes it extra special is that it folds down completely. Transporting it from one place to another is effortless, and it won't take up much space in your cupboard. It can even be displayed as a sculpture when not in use!

Josiah Spode II created Spode's world-famous Blue Italian pattern in 1816, and it remains just as popular over two centuries later. Its timeless design is inspired by Italian countryside scenes and is surrounded by a beautiful 18th-century Imari Oriental border.

It only has two tiers, which keeps it nice and compact for those short on space, however, both plates are of a decent size, so there's plenty of room for cakes and sandwiches. The carrying handle is a nice touch too.

Founded in 1759, Wedgwood has been creating luxurious household goods for over 250 years. This three-tier cake stand is a fine example of their work, with pretty pastel colours and floral designs decorating each bone china plate.

Though you may not realise it at first, each tier is bordered by a 22-carat gold band that nicely complements the golden spindle. Don't be fooled into thinking this cake stand is all style and no substance, however, as it also features three large tiers, making it perfect for social gatherings - even if it is a little pricey!

Legendary designer Susan Williams-Ellis founded Portmeirion in 1960 with a commitment to creating beautiful pottery that remains functional and affordable. This cake stand is part of their famous Botanic Garden range and features garden lilacs, foxgloves, and a leaf pattern border.

It only features two tiers, and their diameters are slightly smaller than average. This reduced capacity means they're not the best option if you're looking for as much space as possible, but if you're only catering to a small number of people and want to keep things compact, this is a great choice.

Angel Strawbridge, star of the popular reality TV series Escape to the Chateau, has created this cake stand as part of her Chateau collection. Its floral patterns are inspired by the walled flowers in the garden of Angel's French Chateau, and bone china lends it an extra dash of elegance.

Although this is a three-tier cake stand, the mug attached to the top tier makes it better suited to holding flowers than cakes. While this is a pleasant decoration, it does mean less space for food, which may be offputting for some, considering how tall this stand is.

If you're looking for a cake stand that's basic in design, this is the one for you. Its trays are made of plain white plastic, featuring frilled edging and an opulent carry handle for a touch of decoration.

It comes with three tiers that, unfortunately, don't differ too much in size - unlike most cake stands, which increase significantly in size towards the bottom. The result is increased space on the top tier. The main draw of this cake stand, however, is its incredibly low price, making it a great option if you don't want to splash out.