Attractions in Stoke-on-Trent

Gladstone Pottery Museum

Gladstone is the only complete Victorian pottery factory from the days when coal-burning ovens made the world's finest bone china. Explore the cobbled yard, with huge bottle kilns and take part in daily workshops.

phone: 01782 237777

The Potteries Museum

A warm and friendly welcome awaits at one of Britain's leading museums where the unique combination of 'product and place' is celebrated in its outstanding displays. With pottery that will win your heart, galleries that win awards and the Spitfire that won a war, nothing can compare with what awaits you at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery:

call: 01782 232323

Ford Green Hall

Home to the Ford family for nearly 200 years, Ford Green Hall is a 17th century timber-framed farmhouse complete with period garden. An award-winning museum, the hall offers visitors a fascinating insight into the life of the 17th century. The rooms are furnished with an outstanding collection of textiles, ceramics and furniture.

call: 01782 233195

Etruria Industrial Museum

Etruria Industrial Museum is the last steam-powered potters' mill in Britain. The mill is 'in steam' seven times a year when the 1903 boiler is fired and historic machinery can be seen working. Situated on the canal, the museum also offers a family-friendly interactive exhibition.

telephone: 01782 233144

Trentham Gardens

Our simple aim is to present a myriad of activities and experiences for everyone to enjoy: outdoor leisure on land or water, the enjoyment of good food and a stylish shopping experience. And its centre, we are restoring Britain's most spectacular Italian Garden. The massive Trentham Garden Centre is now open and so is Phase 2 of our speciality shopping experience ‘The Village’.

telephone: 01782 646 646