Le Creuset's discounts don't come around often - but I've found some serious savings

Taste the luxury lifestyle for less by investing in the Le Creuset sales

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If you’ve been waiting for the best Le Creuset deal to come along before treating yourself, now’s your moment. Whether you’re dreaming of a colourful cast iron casserole dish, want to refresh your kitchenware with something timeless, or you’ve fallen in love with their dreamy new colourway (yes, the one with real gold in the glaze), the Le Creuset deals popping up right now are too good to ignore.

This year marks Le Creuset’s 100th birthday, and they’re celebrating in serious style, with limited-edition pieces, a brand new picnicware collection, and some rare discounts that might just answer the question: is Le Creuset worth it? (Spoiler: absolutely, especially if you can snap up a Le Creuset deal on a cast iron classic or a set of classic stainless steel sets). With Amazon Prime Day in full swing, now’s the time to wishlist your favourites and keep your eyes peeled for offers, especially on cult buys like the Le Creuset bread oven, which is my personal favourite and one of their most underrated products.

If you're new to Le Creuset, it’s worth knowing that this brand isn’t just about beautiful cookware: it’s about quality that can genuinely transform how you cook. From slow-simmered stews to golden sourdough loaves, Le Creuset pieces become part of your kitchen routine (and family traditions) for decades. So whether you're gifting, upgrading, or simply treating yourself, now’s the perfect time to invest in something truly special.

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Best Le Creuset deals of the day

There are lots of Le Creuset deals on offer, but I've been picky with the ones that I'm showing you. It's not about finding any deal, it's about bagging a good one. So, without further ado, here's what's going in my basket.

Le Creuset Heritage Baking Dish
Le Creuset Heritage Baking Dish: was £50 now £32.99 at Amazon

Perfect for traybakes, salads, and more, Le Creuset's baking dish is a must-have in any kitchen. I use mine every day and that's no exaggeration.

Le Creuset Coffee Mug
Le Creuset Coffee Mug: was £17 now £10.88 at Amazon

Le Creuset's mugs feel luxurious. They've got weight without being heavy, insulation, but you can still warm your hands around the outside. And, even better, there's endless colours to choose between.

Le Creuset Shallow Casserole
Le Creuset Shallow Casserole: was £265 now £172.50 at Amazon

This signature style is what Le Creuset is famous for. Meghan Markle uses one in her kitchen, I have one in mine, and for £100 less, you could enjoy the benefits of one too.

Le Creuset Casserole
Le Creuset Casserole: was £239 now £179 at Amazon

This is nothing short of iconic. Perfect for everything from stews and soups through to baking bread, this will become a family heirloom.

Le Creuset Bread Oven
Le Creuset Bread Oven: was £166 now £140 at Amazon

Often overlooked, this is a true gem in Le Creuset's collection. I've made bread in it, but it's also great for pizzas, cookies, pies, tarts, and more.

Le Creuset Water Bottle
Le Creuset Water Bottle: was £28 now £18.99 at Amazon

Hydration looks better with a little Le Creuset. It tastes better with a nearly £10 saving and plenty of colour options too.

Best Le Creuset cookware deals

Le Creuset is perhaps best known for its cookware. The iconic casserole dishes and Dutch ovens dominate their offering, but you can also buy stainless steel, induction-hob-friendly pans, frying pans, and griddles. If it's not enamelled cast iron, it'll be made with either their 3-ply stainless steel or signature stainless steel.

Over the years, I've invested in one Le Creuset classic every time there was a sale. Whilst my eyes are firmly on the bakeware at the moment, the Heritage Dish Set has me tempted. Think about the open salads in the summers, traybakes in the autumn, and lasagnas in the winter.

20cm Signature Enamelled Cast Iron Round Casserole Dish With Lid: was £285,now£228 at John Lewis (save £57)

20cm Signature Enamelled Cast Iron Round Casserole Dish With Lid: was £285, now £228 at John Lewis (save £57)

Picture your classic Le Creuset and you'll see this. The convenient round shape and range of bright and classic shades will sit beautifully in any (and every) kitchen. You can bake in the oven with this, cook on the hob, and the toughened enamel interior will keep it clean. It can even go in the dishwasher too.

Signature Enamelled Cast Iron Shallow 30cm: was £265now £198.75 at Amazon (save £67)

Signature Enamelled Cast Iron Shallow 30cm: was £265, now £198.75 at Amazon (save £67)

Bake all your favourite casseroles and chicken recipes this in this gorgeous Le Creuset dish. This shallow casserole dish is on offer for 25% off, and it's no telling how long this deal will last. Grab it while you can!

FAQs

Will there be a Le Creuset Black Friday sale?

I'm sure there will be, but there is a sale on Amazon for Prime Day which is a much better time to snag a saving. However, if you choose to wait, the Le Creuset 'Colourful Friday' sale will be in December. This year, I saw some sensational savings from the brand including £135 off their Cast Iron Classic Round Casserole and £125 off their Cast Iron 2-Piece Cookware Set.

What time of year does Le Creuset go on offer?

Le Creuset deals tend to float around during different times of the year. For example, the brand often runs out-of-season clearance sales, selling their last-season items at a discount to make way for new collections.

Often, Le Creuset items will also be discounted during major shopping sale periods, such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday. You'll likely also find discounts at the end of the summer, in January (post-Christmas), and during Amazon Prime Day (right now).

Given that Amazon Prime Day live right now, I'd get shopping.

Where is the best place to get a Le Creuset casserole dish for cheap?

Right now, you can pick up a Round Casserole at John Lewis for over £100 less than the RRP, so I'd recommend doing your shopping over there. It's really rare to see a discount this good, even on Black Friday, since the Le Creuset casserole dish (or Dutch oven, as they are called in the US) is a cookware icon.

I'd really recommend investing in and looking after this like it's your pride and joy. Thanks to its long-wearing, keep-forever cast iron construction and wide range of vibrant colours, it's earned its place as a kitchen staple. If the round shape isn't what you're after, all Le Creuset's casseroles are suitable for stews, roasts, soups, casseroles and baking. The only downside to Le Creuset's casserole dishes is their higher price point, with the smallest size usually retailing from around £195, which is why the Le Creuset Black Friday deals are so great.

Why is Le Creuset usually so expensive?

Le Creuset cookware is extremely popular, but it is unfortunately very pricey. That is why, when their products are massively reduced during Black Friday, you should definitely snap them up – especially if you've had your eye on something specific, such as one of their best cast-iron skillets for a while.

But why are they so expensive? As a premium cookware brand, Le Creuset charges premium prices for the products, and for good reason. They are truly built to last, meaning you get what you pay for. Most of the brand's cast iron, 3-ply stainless steel, toughened nonstick and bakeware products come with Le Creuset's lifetime policy. So if they ever break or become faulty, the brand will repair or replace your item, no matter how long you've owned it. In the case of Le Creuset stoneware products, the brand also offers a 10-year guarantee.

Is Le Creuset worth it?

Many of Le Creuset's products are made to be passed down through generations – you might even own a Le Creuset given to you by a much-loved family member. In short, they are usually a worthwhile investment, that will likely last you far longer than other cheaper cookware can.

Investing in high-quality cookware means it will endure for years to come, and will reduce any need for re-buying items after a short time. It may be more expensive initially, but a sturdy stoneware dish or pot like the ones offered by Le Creuset should last for years (if not decades), without breaking or chipping. Plus, there's no denying they look chic, and are utterly timeless.

And while we all know that Le Creuset products make for great Christmas gifts for mom or Christmas gifts for your mother-in-law, for example, it's also worthwhile considering investing in one for yourself – especially if you enjoy cooking and often work between the stovetop and the oven (most of Le Creuset's cookware can transfer between both).

Plus, as an added bonus, Le Creuset pots and dishes can often become collector's items, especially if they are particularly hard to find like the Le Creuset Harry Potter collection. So your item could actually increase in value - though we make no promises on this.

How do I find the best Le Creuset deals?

If you're looking for the best Le Creuset deals and sales, there are certain things to keep in mind. When you shop for deals will be the most important factor, as prices will be slashed considerably during sales events such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Amazon Prime Day, Wayfair's Way Day Sale, and more. These will always be the best times to shop Le Creuset, as the brand rarely offers these discounts at other times of the year. Plus, there are often discounts to be found, as well as early access to sales, when you sign up to newsletters from retailers such as Le Creuset and Wayfair.

Another thing to keep in mind is to do your research: some retailers might increase the 'before' price (the RRP) on their site, to suggest that the saving they're offering is larger than it actually is. Always check the actual RRP of a product on the Le Creuset site before buying from another retailer.

Finally, one of the best reasons to invest in a Le Creuset product is the lifetime warranty that the brand offers; it's well-known that Le Creuset items are built to last, and the lifetime guarantee cements this. While most retailers offering Le Creuset deals and sales will feature the same promise, it's always worth making sure this is explicitly detailed.

What are cheaper alternatives to Le Creuset?

If you can't find what you're looking for in the sale right now, you have two options. One, you can play the long game. Check eBay, Amazon, Le Creuset, and other retailers relentlessly until the dish, pan, or jug that want comes into the sale. You'll have to practice patience, but you'll be able to get your hands on the real thing. There's something nice about being in the Le Creuset club.

The second option is that you go for a Le Creuset alternative. Whilst you don't get the brand name and prestige, you can get equal amounts of quality and style from brands such as Our Place and Staub. Sometimes, their products are even better too.

Here are a few of our favourite Le Creuset alternatives right now:

John Lewis Casserole Dish | £55-75 at John Lewis

John Lewis Casserole Dish | £55-75 at John Lewis

You can pick up some durable, beautiful cast iron from John Lewis and this beautiful blue casserole dish is the perfect example of their selection. You can pick up a smaller one for as cheap as £44 for a limited time, which is a steal.

Dunelm Casserole Dish | £42 at Dunelm

Dunelm Casserole Dish | £42 at Dunelm

I love it when you can find pieces like this in Dunelm. The cast iron looks a lot like Le Creuset and it feels like Le Creuset too. Reviewers use it for sourdough and slow bakes, but some say that the coating doesn't last as well as Le Creuset.

ProCook Casserole Dish | £55 at ProCook

ProCook Casserole Dish | £55 at ProCook

These pots and pans are popular with our experts. They've got the weight and durability of Le Creuset with some versatile colour options. This shallow dish is great for slow simmering too.

Habitat Cast Iron Casserole Dish | £35 at Habitat

Habitat Cast Iron Casserole Dish | £35 at Habitat

This is another great Le Creuset lookalike. It is the second best seller in their cookware line and has five-star reviews across the board on the Habitat site. Plus, you'll get Nectar points with your purchase. It's a double saving.

Laura Honey
Homes Ecommerce Editor

Laura is woman&home's eCommerce editor, in charge of testing, reviewing and creating buying guides for the Homes section, so you'll usually see her testing everything from the best dehumidifiers to sizing up the latest Le Cruset pot. Previously, she was eCommerce editor at Homes & Gardens magazine, where she specialised in covering coffee and product content, looking for pieces tailored for timelessness. The secret to her heart is both simplicity and quality. She is also a qualified Master Perfumer and holds an English degree from Oxford University. Her first editorial job was as Fashion writer for The White Company.

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