So pleased I discovered The Proper Tea Co at the West Malling Farmers Market. I now own 6 different herbal and floral teas - each one is delicious - which get me through my work day. Very pleased with... See more
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Great quality teas at a great price, all packaged in good sized bags with clear labelling of contents. Order was dispatched quickly. I've finished one bag of Spiced Chai already, fortunately I bought... See more
Amazing tea. Fast delivery and a wonderful range of teas. Obviously a company who care about quality and share their passion for tea. Highly recommend. The Winchelsea Warmer is a particularly f... See more
We have been buying tea from The Proper Tea Co for a few years now and it is high quality tea, our new favourite blend Is citrus and bergamot, along with the Russian caravan. There are so many differe... See more
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The Proper Tea Co is a small, independent tea merchants formed in 2013 and based in the East Sussex village of Pett near Hastings. We retail and wholesale over 80 fine and exciting loose teas. You will find us at various farmers' markets and special events in the South East of England as well as trading through our online store www.TheProperTeaCo.co.uk We also stock a range of innovative and design led teaware to enhance your brewing experience!
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Lincolns, TN35 4JG, Hastings, United Kingdom
- 07934529826
- tea@theproperteaco.co.uk
- www.theproperteaco.co.uk
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The most fabulous range of high quality…
The most fabulous range of high quality teas. We generally buy our tea from our local farmers market but recently bought new mugs and tea online. Super service all round
February 6, 2026
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Tea is superb
Tea is superb, the service is prompt, the company is excellent-I have been shopping with them for at least 10 years and will continue.
January 27, 2026
Great quality tea
Our order arrived promptly and we're very impressed by the quality of the tea.
We'll definitely be returning for more!
January 21, 2026
Great tea delivered without fuss
January 8, 2026
Great tea
Ease of ordering
Accurate descriptions of tes
Kept informed of orders progress
January 8, 2026
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Great teas delivered quickly
October 25, 2025
Thought I paid but was not I formed for…
Thought I paid but was not I formed for the delivery
December 12, 2025
The best teas from the best company.
Quality products,reliable service, and great new teas. Always plenty of information regarding source and ingredients. Plus the teas are superb.
December 6, 2025
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An impressive selection of teas is…
An impressive selection of teas is available, with outstanding quality choices in green, black, and fruit varieties. The delivery service is both timely and reliable.
December 19, 2025
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The variety of teas is impressive
The variety of teas is impressive, offering excellent quality options in green, black, and fruit types. Delivery is efficient and swift.
December 17, 2025
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Great range of good quality and…
Great range of good quality and reasonably priced teas; promptly despatched too.
December 3, 2025
The Real Tea Company
I've bought several flavours of teas from this company. Lovely choice and quick delivery. Lovely to support a small company.
November 18, 2025
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Name says it all The Proper Tea Co
We have been buying tea from The Proper Tea Co for a few years now and it is high quality tea, our new favourite blend Is citrus and bergamot, along with the Russian caravan. There are so many different types that I still have not gotten around to try.
November 9, 2025
I have been buying from The Proper Tea…
I have been buying from The Proper Tea co for some time. They have a good choice of teas, their website is easy to negotiate, ordering is easy and delivery is prompt. My recent purchase was up to the usual standard.
The TPT Co is great to deal with and I thoroughly recommend them
October 29, 2025
Best tea ever at fair price
Always arrives on time well packaged Quality of tea is consistently good and you can experiment with new varieties.
October 23, 2025
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Great customer service and excellent…
Great customer service and excellent quality tea.
The ea is just as it should be, big leaf and flavourful. The tea arrived when expected and was well packaged.
September 30, 2025
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