Cole & Mason UK Reviews 848

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Considering 223 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent customer service, highlighting the helpfulness, professionalism, and efficiency of the support team. Many people appreciate the company's commitment to standing behind their products, often providing replacements or solutions even for older items or those without receipts, making the overall experience hassle-free and smooth. However, some customers experienced issues with delivery times, noting that orders sometimes took longer than expected to dispatch or arrive. A few reviewers also reported receiving damaged products due to insufficient packaging, and some were dissatisfied with the initial communication regarding these issues.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I had a pepper mill that was no longer grinding. I remembered that Cole & Mason had lifetime guarantee Contacted thru instagram - then via email. Received a long detailed email of next steps which... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I enquired about purchasing a replacement part for a salt mill which I had accidentally broken. Unfortunately the part was no longer available as the salt and pepper mill set had been purchased a long... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a pepper mill that broke as the plastic piece connecting the shaft broke. I also remembered that Cole & Mason had lifetime guarantee Contacted via email , steps were a bit laborious but receive... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered a salt mill from Amazon but when it arrived it had a Pepper topper and there was a small amount of damage on the mill. I contacted the support, they were really helpful and was sent replacem... See more

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Company details

  1. Countertop Store

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Exceptional quality salt and pepper mills and kitchenware, designed in England since 1919.


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4.4

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

848 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was fantastic to be told that my 20…

It was fantastic to be told that my 20 year old salt and pepper cellars were covered by the lifetime guarantee.
A voucher was given to me for a new set.
It was amazing customer service that was very straightforward.
I have since recommended your products, and warranty to multiple people.

10 April 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Luxury Price, Damaged Goods, and Non-Existent Support

I purchased a set of "premium" London Chocolate Wood Salt & Pepper Mills (Order #20884CM), expecting the quality Cole & Mason is known for. Instead, I received items that were chipped in multiple places.

It’s clear these were either sent out damaged or packaged so poorly they didn't survive the journey.

When I contacted support, the experience went from disappointing to absurd.

Despite providing clear photographic evidence of the defects, "support" (Phoebe) insisted I should be the one to bear the burden of their mistake. I was told I must repackage their damaged goods and travel to a drop-off point to return them before a refund could even be considered.

I proposed a simple, common-sense solution: a partial refund to avoid the "hassle" and the environmental cost of shipping heavy wood blocks back and forth. They refused, ironically citing "sustainability" as a reason to force an unnecessary 1,000-mile round trip for broken items.

It has now been over 10 days since my last email and I have been met with total silence.

If you’re looking for a luxury experience, look elsewhere.

At this price point, you expect quality control and basic respect for a customer’s time - Cole & Mason provided neither.

Avoid until they learn how to value their customers.

8 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered a salt mill from Amazon but…

I ordered a salt mill from Amazon but when it arrived it had a Pepper topper and there was a small amount of damage on the mill. I contacted the support, they were really helpful and was sent replacement parts with in the week. It's a little refreshing to see a company sending parts out rather than just wanting to replace the item.

27 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello George,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Cole and Mason offer a lifetime…USELESS

Cole and Mason offer a lifetime guarantee on the mills so we thought thats is great and purchased. The mills (sometimes one sometimes both) stop working. We contact the company and they send a new one of the same model. Now this is fine if it was just once, this is going to be the forth set and we did ask that there seems to be an issue so not to send the same one. What do they do? Send the same one! These things dont last or if its the model we have then at least replace it with one that works!

30 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had asked about replacement parts and…

I had asked about replacement parts and got a response strait away and they sent the replacement out very promptly thanks

30 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Luke,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Contacted customer services when an…

Contacted customer services when an inherited (hence no receipt/proof of purchase) pepper mill stopped grinding. After sending the details requested I was informed that the product was no longer made and hence a replacement mechanism was no longer available. I was sent a voucher to purchase a new one. Refreshing to have such excellent customer service.

20 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Mandy,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A lovely unexpected surprise

I enquired about purchasing a replacement part for a salt mill which I had accidentally broken. Unfortunately the part was no longer available as the salt and pepper mill set had been purchased a long time ago. However, much to my surprise and delight, I was sent a very generous gift card which all but paid for a new set. The whole correspondence was via email and the gift card code was received the day after my initial enquiry. I would definitely say that this was excellent service.

28 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Catherine,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product exactly as described

Great product exactly as described. Ordering was easy and delivery quick.

13 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Oliver,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience, ordering from our website.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Replacement of faulty pepper mill

Recently had an issue with pepper mill. With the help of Phoebe the mill is being replaced under guarantee. Excellent service. Thank you.

27 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Theresa,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with Phoebe from our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

The customer service team was excellent, quick to respond, genuinely helpful, and easy to deal with. They handled everything smoothly and made the whole experience hassle-free. Thank you.

22 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello SB,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an aged salt mill which had…

I had an aged salt mill which had stopped grinding. When on the C&M website I noticed that they offered a lifetime guarantee so I got in touch. Even though my particular model was no longer made, Phoebe Frolich found a set and they were with me in a few days. Exemplary all round.

14 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with Phoebe from our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love my new pepper & salt mill

Love my new pepper & salt mill, real quality. Arrived really quickly, great service

30 March 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Roni,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional customer service received…

Exceptional customer service received when problem arose with garlic keeper lid. Replaced immediately without question a new garlic keeper with lid that housed perfectly. Thank you

14 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Katiemai,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Care Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I contacted Cole & Mason for a replacement salt milll

I contacted Cole & Mason for replacement salt mill under the life time guarantee. The response was immediate. The replacement was sent out the very next day and arrived the following day. Excellent service.
If only other companies behaved in such an efficient and effective way. Perfect

15 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Second replacement

I bought a salt and pepper mill a few years ago which I remembered had a lifetime guarantee. Even though I didn’t still have my receipt I contacted Cole and Madonna and without hesitation offered me a new salt mill as it wasn’t grinding properly. This was about 3 years ago. I then contacted them recently as the plastic top had come off the pepper mill and it couldn’t be fixed again. I had one that you turn upside down to mill so it would keep falling off. I contacted them again and got an email back the next day from Phoebe who was very helpful and again without hesitation they have dispatched a new one.
I wish all companies took this attitude of real customer service. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.

8 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Elaine,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with Phoebe from our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service!

Great customer service!
Our pepper mill stopped working and I found a broken part inside. Contacted support and they very quickly sent me a replacement part. I have fitted this and it is working well again. Thanks very much!

9 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Ben,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

Broken mechanism in salt grinder. Model no longer available so offered a generous gift voucher for a new replacement. Very quick and responsive customer service. Delighted!

13 April 2026
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Reply from Cole & Mason UK

Hello Graeme,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We're happy to assist and glad to hear of your positive experience with our Customer Service Team.

Your comments are much appreciated.

Kind Regards,
The Cole & Mason

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