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Our top tips for what’s on and what to see and do in Stoke-on-Trent this coming week (9 - 15 January)… For even more ideas, visit our What’s On page.
Majolica Mania: Transatlantic Pottery in England and the United States, 1850–1915
The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery – Until 29 January
There are just 3 weeks remaining to visit this fascinating exhibition that examines the remarkable range of this brightly coloured and exuberantly modelled earthenware made by a variety of British and American potteries.
Majolica Mania: Transatlantic Pottery in England and the United States, 1850–1915 is the first major exhibition of majolica in nearly four decades. First introduced by the Minton factory at the Great Exhibition in 1851, majolica's popularity soon meant that it was being made by numerous manufacturers in England and, from the 1870s, by an increasing number of American potteries.
The exhibition features objects drawn largely from major private collections in the United States, The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery's own collections, and the Minton Archive, which was saved for the nation by the Art Fund.
Alice in Wonderland
New Vic Theatre – until 28 January
Revisit the greatest children's story of all time at the New Vic Theatre in Newcastle this January, and take a trip to Wonderland!
Journey with Alice as she follows the White Rabbit into a curiously enchanting new world, filled with even curioser characters.
As she searches for a way home, Alice encounters strange and whimsical people: a disappearing cat with a grin wider than she's ever seen, a Mad Hatter whose tea party never quite serves tea, and a bad tempered Queen who is looking for her jam tarts…
An adventure like no other, Alice In Wonderland is filled with fun, laughter and lots of magical moments.
Connoisseur Guided Tour at Gladstone
Gladstone Pottery Museum – 14 January
Have you always wanted to know more about the history of the pottery industry? Why not book for a guided tour of Gladstone Pottery Museum, a unique 19th century pottery factory on Saturday 14 January?
The tour will take place in a relaxed and supportive environment, delivered by experienced and knowledgeable tour guides.
Please note this is an indoor and outdoor event in a cobbled courtyard, so warm clothing and sensible footwear are recommended.
10.30am – 12.30pm or 1.00pm-3.00pm. Tickets £20 and includes a light lunch.
Enjoy a Winter Walk with Trentham's Saver Ticket
Trentham Estate - January to March
Whether you’re looking for a garden with peace and tranquility, or fun and action you will find it all at Trentham Gardens. Enjoy some winter fresh air with discounted admission to the gardens from January to March.
New Year, New Skill - Have a go at Ceramics
Various locations throughout the city
Did you watch the new series of The Great Pottery Throwdown being aired on Channel 4 on Sunday 8 January? Feeling inspired? There are lots of ceramic hands-on opportunities available at various attractions and venues in the city including World of Wedgwood, LoveClay, and Emma Bridgewater. Click here for more information.
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The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery houses Designated Collections and displays fine and decorative arts, costume, local history, archaeology and natural history collections as well as the world's greatest collection of Staffordshire ceramics. It is also home to the fascinating Staffordshire Hoard and the outstanding Spitfire Gallery. Relax at the museum cafe or browse the Foyer Shop for unique quality gifts. Follow children's trails and enjoy drop-in activities and special events. There are also changing exhibitions throughout the year.
The New Vic, one of the country's most successful producing theatres, delivers a programme of international-class work in-the-round alongside award-winning community and education programmes, and a varied line-up of one-night events.
VisitEngland's Small Visitor Attraction of the Year 2020! Visit the only complete Victorian pottery factory from the days when coal burning ovens made the world's finest bone china. Gladstone Pottery Museum offers a fascinating insight into the history of Stoke-on-Trent, famously known the world over as The Potteries.
Home to Trentham Gardens, Trentham Shopping Village and Trentham Monkey Forest - this is a destination with something to please everyone!
World of Wedgwood is a world of luxury shopping, unique events, colourful dining, hands-on learning experiences, picturesque woodland and the V&A Wedgwood Collection. In a world of endless experiences, you can shop our Wedgwood Store featuring our exquisite range of Wedgwood and Waterford Crystal, as well as our popular Factory Outlet featuring Wedgwood, Royal Doulton, Royal Albert and Waterford to name a few.‘ Josiah and Co’ opened it’s doors in 2021; a little shop with a big ambition to put local artisans on the map. The shop showcases the products of over 35 local makers from across Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire.
The Emma Bridgewater factory sits in a lovely position alongside the Caldon Canal lies in the heart of The Potteries. The beautiful sunny Victorian factory is ideally located just on the outskirts of Stoke-on-Trent's City Centre. Awarded two of VisitEngland's top accolades for "Best Told Story" and "Quality Food & Drink" in 2017, visitors can head on a fascinating factory tour, try your hand at decorating a piece of your very own unique piece of Emma Bridgewater pottery, relax for lunch in the beautiful kitchen sat beside the spotty Aga,
LoveClay, is an award winning and welcoming ceramics studio at the heart of the potteries. Perfect for even complete beginners, these fun sessions allow you to embrace your creativity and experience the utter joy of throwing a pot on a potter’s wheel.
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