Reusable Plastic Cups
BPA-free, commercial dishwasher safe, UKCA marked. UK-manufactured reusable cups for festivals, events, and hospitality. Unbranded stock or custom printed from 50 units.
100s
Single-use cups replaced per reusable
500+
Commercial dishwasher cycles
BPA-Free
Food-safe polypropylene
UK-Made
ISO 9001 certified facility
What Makes a Plastic Cup Genuinely Reusable?
Not all reusable cups are equal. A cup is only genuinely reusable if it can withstand commercial dishwashing, resist cracking and deforming under repeated use, and maintain its food-safe properties across hundreds of wash cycles. Our polypropylene cups are engineered for exactly this — manufactured to withstand the conditions of commercial hospitality and outdoor festival environments.
Polypropylene (PP) is a food-safe, BPA-free plastic with a recycling code of 5. It is one of the most widely accepted plastics in UK recycling streams, meaning our cups can be properly recycled at end of life rather than sent to landfill.
Want them printed with your logo? See our range of personalised plastic cups or personalised festival cups.
Reusable vs. Single-Use Cups
| Feature | Reusable (Drinksmate) | Single-Use |
|---|---|---|
| Uses per cup | 100s | 1 |
| Dishwasher safe | ✓ | ✗ |
| BPA-free | ✓ | Varies |
| Shatterproof | ✓ | ✗ |
| UKCA Measures | ✓ | ✗ |
| Custom printed | ✓ | Limited |
| Recyclable (PP5) | ✓ | Often not |
| UK-manufactured | ✓ | Rarely |
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Pint To Line Single Colour
Reusable, UK-made, single-colour printed
- Capacity: 568 ml (Pint to line)
- Material: Polypropylene (PP), BPA-free
- Dishwasher: Yes
- Marking: UKCA / CE compliant
Pint to Line (Full Colour)
Reusable, dishwasher safe, UK made
- Capacity: 625 ml max brim; 568 ml pint to line
- Material: Polypropylene (PP), transparent, food-safe, BPA-free
- Dishwasher: Yes
- Marking: UKCA mark; any legal measure can be printed
Half Pint FULL COLOUR
Reusable, dishwasher safe, UK made
- Capacity: 330 ml (Half pint to brim)
- Material: Polypropylene (PP), BPA-free
- Dishwasher: Yes
- Marking: UKCA / CE compliant
Reusable Cups & UK Festival Sustainability
UK music festivals generate enormous volumes of single-use plastic waste. Reusable cup schemes — where festival-goers pay a deposit and return cups at the end of the event — have become standard practice at major UK festivals including Glastonbury and Download.
Our reusable polypropylene cups are the product at the centre of these schemes. They are robust enough to survive a full festival weekend, safe enough to pass UK food contact compliance, and durable enough to be washed and reused across multiple events.
For events wanting branded reusable cups as part of a sustainability-led scheme, see our branded reusable cups page.
Reusable Cup Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions About Reusable Plastic Cups
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Are reusable plastic cups better for the environment?
Yes. A single reusable polypropylene cup replaces hundreds of single-use plastic or paper cups over its lifetime. For events and festivals, switching to reusable cups is one of the single biggest steps you can take to reduce waste.
What are reusable plastic cups made from?
Our reusable cups are made from polypropylene (PP) — a durable, food-safe, BPA-free plastic. It is one of the most widely recycled plastic types in the UK and does not leach chemicals into beverages.
How many times can a reusable plastic cup be used?
Our polypropylene cups are designed for hundreds of uses. They are commercial dishwasher safe and retain their shape, clarity, and print quality through repeated washes under normal event conditions.
Are reusable plastic cups dishwasher safe?
Yes. All our reusable cups are commercial dishwasher safe. They withstand high-temperature commercial washing cycles used at festivals, hospitality venues, and corporate events.
Can I get reusable cups without a logo or print?
Yes. We stock unbranded reusable cups for events that require clean, neutral drinkware without custom printing. These are available in pint, half pint, wine, and stackable formats.
Do reusable plastic cups comply with UK measures legislation?
Yes. Our pint-size reusable cups are UKCA marked and CE compliant. Legal measures can be printed onto cups for use in licensed venues.
What is the difference between reusable cups and single-use cups?
Single-use cups are designed to be used once and discarded. Reusable cups are manufactured from durable polypropylene designed to be collected, washed, and used again across many events, dramatically reducing plastic waste.
Can reusable cups be printed with a logo?
Yes. Our reusable plastic cups are available with custom printing from 50 units. See our personalised plastic cups and branded reusable cups pages for printing options.
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