5 Things to do in Stoke-on-Trent 18 - 24 September

Our top tips for what’s on and what to see and do in Stoke-on-Trent this coming week 18 - 24 Sep)… For even more ideas, visit our What’s On page.

Embrace Nature, Protect Wildlife: Conservation Week Sept 2023

Trentham Monkey Forest - Until 24th Sept

At the Monkey Forest, they have announced an upcoming Conservation Week, running from 18th to 24th September, dedicated to preserving and protecting native wildlife.

This week-long event promises to be an exciting blend of education, entertainment, and appreciation for the wonders of the natural world.

As part of otheir commitment to wildlife conservation, they are delighted to offer their visitors throughout Conservation Week the chance to make an even greater impact.

Each day, visitors will have the opportunity to decide where the proceeds from their ticket will go to out of the fantastic conservation organisations they support.

Each ticket purchased will be swapped for a token at the kiosk and you will be able to use this token to vote for the primate charity that matters most to you.

Together, you can make a significant difference in protecting these incredible creatures and their habitats.

For more info, please visit Embrace Nature, Protect Wildlife: Conservation Week Sept 2023

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Astley's Astounding Adventures

New Vic Theatre - 23rd Sept to 21st October

Join the New Vic Theatre this autumn as we bring our most spectacular show ever back to the stage!

When Philip and Patty meet, they both know their lives are about to change. As the couple begin their adventure together, they are unaware that they will become the legends of one of the greatest stories ever told…

This is the story of Philip Astley, local town hero from Newcastle-Under-Lyme who became the international impresario that invented Circus – the spectacular phenomenon that captured the hearts of millions of people all over the world!

Astley's Astounding Adventures is filled with fast-paced action, laugh-out-loud humour, gripping drama and breath-taking circus spectacle.

For more info, please visit Astley's Astounding Adventures

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British Ceramics Biennial 2023

Main festival hub: All Saints Church - 23rd Sept to 5th Nov

From 23 September to 5 November, the British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) Festival returns to Stoke-on-Trent for six weeks of free exhibitions, installations and events shown against the backdrop of the city's industrial heritage. From spotlighting the UK's leading ceramicists to introducing work by international artists and fresh new talent, the BCB Festival is a celebration of the creative potential of clay for storytelling, playfulness, risk-taking and activism. Artists for 2023 include Osman Yousefzada, William Cobbing, Emilie Taylor and Stephen Dixon.

Please visit British Ceramics Biennial for more information.

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Middleport Artisan - Autumn Market

Middleport Pottery - 23rd to 24th Sept

Fantastic Artisan Market is back offering locally produced gifts, art, homewares and homemade baked treats.

For more info, please see Middleport Artisan Market

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Minis & Moon Boots: Sixties Space Race Style

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery - 24th Sept

3…2…1….blast off! Meridith Towne will be over the moon as you join her mission to explore the furthest reaches of her wardrobe in search of the phenomenal sixties' fashions inspired by the space race.

As you travel through the galaxy you'll delight in the fabulous display of original clothes from the era, discover the women of STEM who launched humankind to the moon and be dazzled by style icons who brought space style to the movies and disco dancefloor.
From moon boots and helmet hats to silver lamé and sequins this talk is sure to be out of this world!

For more info, please visit Minis and Moon boots

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