Top 10 Best Tablecloths in the UK 2021 (John Lewis, Orla Kiely and More)

First up is a PVC number from one of the country's favourite homeware designers, Orla Kiely. This popular graphic can be found throughout homes up and down the country as it adds the perfect amount of character and colour to contemporary homes, without being overbearing. 

Furthermore, the size is determined by you and your table, as you can order by the metre. However, it's a little expensive at £25/metre, although we guess you don't have to worry about the kids ruining it. We wonder if Ms. Kiely has made PVC wallpaper yet? 

Looking to add a touch of simple elegance to an event? Look no further than this round tablecloth from Kapwall. The fabric is 100% polyester so you won't ever need to worry about it becoming creased or wrinkled. Plus, it can be washed by hand, in the machine, or sent to the dry cleaners if you prefer. 

Additionally, if you are planning an event, you can buy these tablecloths in a pack of six, which brings about a substantial saving. Our only issue is that with the large drop size, we don't think this is suitable for anything other than special occasions. 

Here's another pay-by-the-metre option from John Lewis, though this time with a much more subtle spotty design. You can pick this up in four different on-trend colourways, including mustard and grey. 

Again, this is PVC, so it's ideal for busy households as it can be easily wiped down with a damp cloth or sponge. One thing to remember about PVC is that you have to be cautious with excessive heat, so you'll need to pick up some trivets and place mats too. 

If you're partial to the odd banquet or family barbecue, then you'll likely have many guests. Many guests mean large tables, and large tables require even larger tablecloths. Enter this mammoth (150 x 300 cm) product, which is made all the more practical by its easy-care polyester. 

This cloth is also available in 13 colours, from classy rich reds (perfect for Christmas) to teal and even purple. Some shoppers have found that the colours don't perfectly align with the one they ordered though, so if you're a stickler for it being absolutely on point, you might want to look elsewhere. 

This round cloth is perfect for kitchen tables and tea tables, yet can still hold its own outdoors for al fresco eating, or even if used as a picnic blanket. This is because the tablecloth is water-resistant, so while not completely waterproof, it will admirably stand up to the British weather if you forget to bring it in.

The product has a simple yet chic colour and design and is completely machine washable for convenience. Some users have found it to be very slippery on their tables, so you might want to think about picking up some tablecloth clips as well. 

If you have children, this is a seriously fun option to consider – a table-sized colouring book, so to speak, that is designed to help engage your children around tea time. We think it's brilliant, and may even lure them away from their screens for a little while.

There are nine different designs available, with various themes such as dinosaurs, the countryside and even Great Britain. They're made from paper, so there will be no washing them, but we think it's certainly worth a go if your little ones don't like sitting down to eat. 

If you're in the market for a large cloth for an oval table, why not check out this beautiful, 100% cotton piece in rich terracotta from The Tablecloth Company? It's sized for 10 - 12 person tables, so if you're a frequent dinner party host for multiple guests, this could be perfect. 

The piece is completely washing-machine-friendly, and, because it is made from high-quality and heavy 200 gsm (grams per square metre) cotton, it shouldn't have as many issues when it comes to creasing or wrinkling. 

Nothing says sleek and stylish like black. After all, that's why the little black dress and the classic tux have been doing so well for so long. The cotton sourced for this tablecloth is environmentally-friendly and supremely soft, while the linen fibres are extremely durable, meaning you get the best of both worlds with this one. 

The product comes in 14 different square or rectangular sizings, so you're sure to find something that will perfectly fit the table you're looking to cover. 

The Mediterranean is the home to some of the most delicious food in the world, and looking at this product we can almost taste it! The red gingham is a classic look from all over southern Europe, and the simplicity of it means it's capable of transforming most kitchens into a slice of paradise. 

The cloth is 100% linen, so while it might be a little expensive (the cost changes depending on the size), it will almost certainly last you much longer than any of the other products. 

This could well be the perfect tablecloth. The design is simple yet attractive and interesting, and will work as a casual tablecloth as well as something worth pulling out for a special evening. We also think foregoing any colour means that it will work harmoniously in pretty much any eating space. 

Again, it is made from a cotton and linen blend that is both soft and luxurious as well as being robust. There are seven different sizes to choose from, too, as well as some other colourways if you fancy. This is a great feat in the tablecloth world, with hundreds of happy customer reviews to back it up!