MY NEW BONE CHINA TEA SET | A trip to London | Nicolas Fairford vlog 

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My jaw dropped when you said the cost of the set. There are no coincidences! Out for 10 minutes and in you came. That set was made for you. What fun, even for elegant smaller gatherings for breakfast or lunch! Great find! Enjoy! I felt so much excitement for you!

Oh, Nicolas! It was just meant to be for you to be in the right place, at the right time, and to purchase that set at such an amazing price. It is gorgeous! Love it when you take us along with you on your adventures. 🥰

Your timing was right when you visited the shoppe. What a bargain! The value will continue to sustain. So happy for you. Enjoy your new find!

Well done Nicolas! in 1983 I made my first visit to London. In those days some Royal Albert patterns were "protected" ( not sold in the USA) I had seen the Old Country Roses pattern at a friends house (she had just 2 coffee mugs) and fell in love with its vibrant colors. So first thing I went to the Royal Albert store and bought a service for 12 in every piece available! I was so excited. Of course, it had to be shipped back and took some time. One day wooden crates arrived along with a big bill! Because it was fine china at that time there was a US tariff. I think it was 100%! I didnt care. For some years we have been able to buy that pattern here and many own and love it. I never regretted my purchase and enjoy it every year since. Though I havent had many ocassions to use the cream soups with their own saucers! You will love that blue the more you use it. Those are definitely sugar bowls. I think you have a covered butter dish and other interesting pieces. Having both the tea and coffee pots are super special. A very "entertaining" lady donated that complete set. You are very correct that the angels see our good deeds and reward us in the most special ways. You got the entire thing for about the same as one cup and saucer! Blessings❤️💐

Dear Nicholas, So happy that you’re taking care of your health by not drinking alcohol. Your royal Albert, China is gorgeous. Show us one day when you put it on RU-vid video for your next tea party. 🏡🥰🧁☕️

WOW! The Thistle tea set was meant for you, and the price was fabulous!

Forget about the tea set being a treasure, YOU are a treasure in itself.. I absolutely love your graceful, humble personality ❤️

Nicholas, the hotel you stayed at in London was spectacular. It was so elegant and so “British.” What a luxurious experience. I loved your story of putting your £5 in the church box and walking into the shop and finding your deal-of-the-century tea set. It is lovely and so meaningful with the thistle pattern. I will look forward to seeing it in future episodes. Spring is in the air and a perfect time to add a few things to your flower boxes. Very enjoyable episode.❤️

You are absolutely right, Nicholas! So sweet ofvyou to recognize that! God blessed you for sure! 😊

I think your tea set is perfect, especially, the way you connect it to Brigadoon. The thistle is perfect, Royal Albert, always a winner. The old hotel is so luxurious looking to me and I prefer the old ones to anything new. Love watching you putter around the home.

Many, many years ago, I used to work for Midland Bank, and I have to say this is quite the largest bank interior I have ever seen. Back then, our branch had such a lovely interior full of architectural detail and carved woodwork. Alas, it has since been "renovated" and all the character has been lost.

Congratulations on your fabulous tea set, Nicolas!

£55?? Omg! I wish you could see my green envious face😂😂😂 it’s absolutely beautiful, and was definitely meant for you. Also loved that amazing hotel. I wouldn’t want to get out of that bed. 🤗

I was going to say 1930’s vibe. Beautiful hotel. So it has a nightclub. Wow. There are some hidden gems in London. 👍❤️👍

You were so lucky and fortunate to walk into that store just at the right time. Talk about fate. It's beautiful. I love tea sets.

Dearest Nicolas! The new Tea Set is simply lovely; you were meant to find it and give it a good home. It is the find of a lifetime; congratulations! The hotel in London was very beautiful; like you said, very masculine. Here, my Uncle woke me with a call to my cell phone. I was quite concerned that there may have been a Family Emergency, but thankfully it was nothing. We just continue to recover from the Flu. My mother in law has been a bit moody with the illness, as we care for her in her retirement. Thanks again for the beautiful episode! ❤F&A

I just googled your tea set. Three pieces (cup, saucer, and small plate) are selling anywhere from $72. to $85. on sale here in the states. What a deal you got. I forgot to mention in my previous post the hotel part of your video was just gorgeous. Thanks for taking us along.

Nicolas, you looking quite healthy and even more handsome! Your face has slimmed down noticeably. Good for you for keeping up the new healthy lifestyle. ❤

It’s beautiful and perfect, meant for you with the thistles. I’ve never seen such a complete set. You must treasure it

I absolutely LOVE when you take us “with you” on holiday/ trips!!! Thank you!!

Nicholas, lovely showing us the hotel you stayed in and its surroundings. I love your tea set. It's elegant but not too fussy. Great find! You need to find a nice silver tray to put the tea and coffee pot on.💕

That tea set is a great buy! And its connection to Scotland and the church donation. Glad you're keeping it! Its value will appreciate over the years. I'm looking forward to your first afternoon tea using the set.

There are no coincidences, Nicolas. God knows all and loves us all. I like how you are spreading feelings about your health and the environment. thank you

I stayed at The Ned two weeks ago for a night, on my first trip to London. Absolutely loved it. One of the best hotels I think, in the world. And the Royal Albert set oh my gosh! I collect the 1982 Green Velvet pattern, beautiful things to be honest.

Nicolas Fairford SPRING content has OFFICIALLY STARTED!!! I’m so ready! ❤🌷☀

I visited London one night only and I stayed at the Duke Hotel which was under repair and I had this tiny cell of a room. The only thing I recall about the hotel is the grapefruit juice they served me with breakfast and I couldn't get enough, enjoying many glasses, many many glasses of it. Never knew London would remain in my memory only for the grapefruit juice I had. And no, I would not recommend the Duke Hotel.

What a wonderful story! As soon as I saw the pattern on the tea set I thought it perfect. The thistles add to the magic of the story because they represent where you were when you found the china. It's a beautiful set, and the story about the donation in the cathedral truly elevates this great find to a treasured gift. Lovely video!

Lovely set of Royal Albert Nicholas. We don’t always see the pattern or colours that would be our first choice. I bought a set from charity shop and felt the same way about the pattern but as I used it I got more attached to it and it’s so nice to drink from good quality China. I love it.

I also have this tea set. I love it.

Wow! Incredible! Lovely tea set and accessories.

Congrats on the beautiful tea set! It was meant to be! I live in a small town in the US and same thing, a lot of the small businesses are closed on Mondays. You're so blessed to be able to travel to so many beautiful locations. Thank you for sharing it with us! ❤

The packaging of you natural deodorant is amazing. Hopefully the deodorant works. Most natural deodorants don't have the anti-sweat and anti-odor qualities required. If this one does, you've found a treasure. Love that hotel. Reminds me of banks I saw in London, with marble, high ceilings and echoes (not sure if the echoes remain in that beautiful hotel. Your tea set, such an incredible bargain, with everything included for a cozy or summer tea-party. Thanks Nicolas.

Hey Nicolas, I too was thrifting a few days ago and saw a brand new box of pure crystal flutes. I grabbed the box, which was a huge discount. I remembered your table settings (beautiful) and couldn't resist. Thanks. Love your new tea set.

I absolutely love the thistle pattern!

. Gardeners in America describe the planting procedure in pots as Thriller, Filler and Spiller. Easily understood in the English speaking world I believe. Tall middle plant, filler around its base, then a trailing plant, usually two on either side but sometimes more. SO glad you are looking for replacements for the wall lights in the living room!!

Maybe 5 is your lucky number! What a fantastic find! The Tea set is stunning and I know you will enjoy it for many years.

I gasped when I saw the thumbnail. Thank you, Nicolas; I know I'll enjoy this video.

Another special video. Loved seeing the hotel - so elegant. The tea set was a great bargain. I am with you about the shape but the thistle design is actually quite modern looking and smart. I have a set of Buchan Thistle stoneware from Scotland that my Mother collected. It is blue (her favourite colour) and each piece has a hand painted thistle on it. When we were kids we weren't allowed to use it because it was her "special" tableware. When she passed away I immediately started using it for everyday and I can only imagine her reaction if she knew.

Serendipity! I think the tea set pattern is timeless and can transition through all of the seasons. The Ned is fabulous and Peggy helping with the room tour was sweet. Happy spring time!

What an amazing bargain. The tea set is lovely. Royal Albert makes beautiful well made china. I fell in love with the Royal Albert Old Country Roses when I discovered it. Royal Albert also makes tea for one sets as well.

I still love the 46 year old Minton China, Gotham silver, and Waterford crystal that we received as wedding gifts. I love setting the table with it. It has aged so beautifully. I hope you love yours as much in 50 years as you do now.

Lovely to see Sophie in the back ground, with a new hair cut I think?! Your window boxes look lovely, will cheer you up every time you go out in your front garden. xxx

Ivy and a Hellibore look really good in the window box.

Those sconces would be perfect flanking your new mirror.

I recently bought a 20-piece Royal Doulton “Forsyth” tea service, second hand, all for £50 and in tip-top condition (glaze on side plates pristine, indicating they’d never been near a knife). Just need to find the teapot to make it complete. As for body wash, I honestly would recommend Aldi’s own-brand - 59p for 250ml and no money wasted in fancy bottles.

I think you will grow to love the design of your teaset in time, especially as it was a gift from the universe.

I love your videos so much and this was so exception! Also, that blazer and sweater combo is GORGEOUS! You look fantastic and so chic! xx

What a beautiful hotel. I was in Melbourne just before Christmas and I stayed in a hotel that was built in the late 1800s. There is a modern extension, but I asked to stay in the original part. It was like stepping back in time and I loved it. That tea service was meant to be yours.

Nicolas, your new tea set is beautiful! Enjoy! Thanks so much for taking us to and showing us around another gorgeous hotel. I love the antiquity of those gorgeous historic buildings in the U.K.

Hi Nicholas you’re such amazing person who brings happiness to me each week by hearing your amazing adventures. What amazing tea set ❤

Nicolas, the china is absolutely beautiful! You certainly did get a great deal! Many years ago, my husband, Eddie, had a vast collection of RS Prussia porcelain and had it all on display here in our home. When I first met him, this house was like coming into a museum of wonderful and beautiful tea pots, chocolate pots, syrups, euers, cracker jars, syrups with pewter tops, etc. He and his former wife were the largest collectors in this country and had over 5,000 pieces...not kidding! Although they were great to look at, you could not move in here as the large cabinets that housed it all were dark and took up way too much room. We since have sold most of the pieces, we do still have a few of the pillow vases and aslo a few of the syrups with the pewter tops, etc., but overall most of the pieces are now somewhere over in Shang Hai, haha! Long story, maybe some day if you ever come to the USA and want to join us for tea and muffins, we can finish telling you the story. You are always welcome! Love the pattern on your pieces., they are magnificent! Enjoy!

Dear Nicolas, your new tea set is simply divine, it is incredible that you got it so complete at such a great price! I love it when you spend time in your garden. Thanks for sharing.

The blue thistle is beautiful and I do love Royal Albert and Wedgwood too. With your decorating talent you will be able to display it in a way that expresses you! Also, there are dishes that will compliment it, maybe some tailored pieces or pottery. This is what I might do. I love dishes and linens. So much fun. Enjoy and share your tea party with us, please.

Indeed an incredible bargain on that tea set. I would have thought the teapot at 55 pounds, would have been a great deal, and you got so many beautiful pieces. I love the pattern, because there is nothing more Scottish than the thistle. Can't wait to see it being used with a full complement of friends. Edited to say that I just found the teapot at 99 pounds on one secondary market site. Another had it at 124 pounds.

Love the older hotels .When I went to London a few years ago I found a small hotel The Orange with a great pub down stairs and restaurant. Older ones are the best. Fabulous tea set.

Nicholas, that tea set was meant to be. It's beautiful.

My favorite is your story of the cathedral donation box and then Divine blessing of the tea set . 😇

Great brown mahogany looks tremendous in 18th Century furniture.

Loved this video! Your sitting room in Edinburgh looks welcoming and elegant, but how about a beautiful crystal chandelier as your centre light? You have lovely high ceilings so it would be a lovely feature. Looking forward to your next video❤

Home alone and beginning my week end with this joyful, beautiful video. What else ?

So pleased to see you adding interesting layers back into your home

Beautiful tea set!!!

Holy Cats!!!! You certainly did find the bargain of the century! And it's so absolutely lovely! Thank you for taking us along on your holiday weekend. The hotel was wonderful. Loved having a look around.

The tea sett was meant to be! Tea sets are my weakness, and that pattern is so unique, gorgeous!!❤

That is a fantastic tea set!

My favorite belongings are the ones I wouldn’t specifically imagined having but got to appreciate and cherish by surprise. Wonderful episode 🐛🎩⏱✨

Your tea set is absolutely wonderful. You will make many great memories using it. Love the window boxes. Loved seeing the old hotel.

The tea set is PERFECT for you (because of the Scottish design theme) and you were SPOT ON when you said it was MEANT FOR YOU! SO pleased you decided to keep it for just that reason!

Great find on the tea set!

Lovely pattern and what a wonderful find. One of my aunts picked that pattern. My pattern is Royal Albert's Lavender Rose, and my mom's is Royal Daulton Sarabande. Thank you for sharing with us. 💜

That is a GORGEOUS pattern!!!! What a deal.

The music was better after a while, thank you ! The Hotel was beautiful! And the tea set is so beautiful and the price was excellent! And Brigadoon is a wonderful movie! I have seen it several times. Love the plates too! I like the shiny mirror! I was looking at it behind you and thinking how pretty it was. You are manifesting wonderfully! From Texas! Pretty plants.

🌿🌷🌿🌷🌿🌷 Hello Nicholas, Enjoyed spending the afternoon with you & your stay at Hotel, Aww loved the Tea Set & had fun watching you replanting your flowers🌷🌿 Till your next video, be happy & always smile U never know whose watching you😊

So happy that you found your tea set. And that it was such an amazing bargain. I am so excited that Spring is almost here. Looking forward to joining you in your garden in upcoming videos. Hugs!

Oh my God...!!! The most wonderful breakfast I have ever seen and can imagine!

Nicolas thank you for taking us with you on your latest adventure. The hotel was beautiful. I love that bed. I'm so happy you found that Royal Albert bone china. Some patterns are very floral and feminine so the thistle pattern is actually very nice for a gentleman. I hope you get years of enjoyment from them. Let the tea party begin! 😀

Giving you a compliment on the slightly updated hair styling! This is VERY enhancing.

Wow! Nicolas your set of Porcelain of Prince albert,s China is so Beautiful!!. And Thank you for Sharing the bank Turned hotel. It Was a first class One. Lived that Balcony sitting 😊

What a wonderful episode. Congratulations on your serendipitous tea set! And lovely to see Miss Sophie as always.

Gorgeous china and the lovely story that came with it❣️🥰

Lovely teaset ,next time you visit your sister you need a trip to the potteries x

My best feature in the hotel room was….bed, sink and tub….loooove marble, and love dark furniture, gives the room grander look. What a bargain - tea pot set….such as beautiful buy. It was so lovely to relax with you. Wish to see more episodes very soon xx Thank you very much again for a lovely vlog

Nicolas, you look younger and more handsome as time passes. All good wishes!

Very enjoyable video! You really scored big with the tea set! Congratulations! I also appreciate the fact that Nathan ordered a sausage for his furry friend!

I do think your generous spirit was rewarded! Can’t wait to see you use your beautiful tea set!

The tea set is so elegant! I hope it gives you joy for years to come!

I was totally awestruck! Such old world glamour! Wonderful!

I got engaged in Dornoch in 1988. It would have been a long drive home had I said "no". 😂. Always love a charity shop find. Well spotted.

What a steal!? The Brigadoon tea set is lovely, and so appropriate now that you've decided to stay in Scotland for a while longer. Well done.

Loved the variety of this vlog Nicolas, especially the hotel

The Tea Set,👌 it's absolutely Stunning. And I love the blue color flower buds. I had a lovely Limoges porcelain Dinner set in the 80s when I first got married🌸

Gorgeous tea set……you hit the jackpot, indeed…..❤❤❤

This exquisite tea set was meant to be in your life, Nicolas! What a beautiful find and the thistle pattern and color is gorgeous.

Your new tea set is gorgeous. Thank you for the tour of the hotel! Such an amazing place!

The tea set is beautiful! I love that Peggy was able to stay at Ned with you snd Nathan . Happy Birthday, Nathan !

What a lovely episode! it felt so Spring like! The tea set was an absolute steal! Thank you Nicolas for just a great escape!

So happy for your blessed find of the tea set!! I love the pattern entirely and particularly in that the thistles are done in blue. I love the touch of blue!!! I can see your natural and neutral table place settings and cutlery working beautifully with those new pieces. The tiered cake stand will come in handy and be so pretty with your lovely baked items or little tea sandwiches! What a glorious and elegant afternoon tea you will have!!

Oh what a beautiful tea set! I think I have one plate in that pattern and I just love it.

Enviable tea set. Apart from being the low price, it's to die for. Congratulations for your new tea set. Enjoy the use of it and make everyone envious. God bless you. ❤🎉