Stoke on Trent

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Something for everyone Award-winning gardens, scenic Capability Brown lake, inspiring shopping village, giant dandelions, fun-packed events, adventure playground, boat and train, magical fairies, barefoot walk, maze, free-roaming monkeys, fabulous fountains, massive garden centre, nature trails, high rope adventure, seventeen cafés and restaurants, on-site hotel, woodland walks. There’s fun for all at Trentham.

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Stone Road, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire 5 minutes from J15 M6, Sat Nav Post Code ST4 8JG Call 01782 646646 Email [email protected] www.trentham.co.uk

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Stoke-on-Trent is a unique city affectionately known as The Potteries. With its rich industrial heritage it has respectfully claimed the title of World Manchester Stoke-on-Trent Capital of Ceramics. The city boasts many Birmingham visitor centres, award winning museums, London over 20 pottery factory shops and the exclusive Staffordshire Hoard. Come and Contents visit the Trentham Estate with its Italian The Potteries 4 Gardens, Shopping Village, Monkey Forest, & Heritage Aerial Extreme and mile long lake. We are Attractions also the closest city to Alton Towers theme Factory shops 9 park. A day will not be enough! Family Fun 14 The city is located less than an hour from Attractions Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool Festivals, Events 20 & Entertainment and only one and a half hours from London Accomodation 22 Euston by train. Trails 24

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Published by Stoke-on-Trent Tourism. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this brochure is correct, Stoke-on- Trent City Council cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies. Cover Images: Trentham Estate, World of Wedgwood and Emma Bridgewater. Various images throughout the guide have been used with the kind permission of VisitEngland and photographer Diana 3 Jarvis. The history and heritage of THE POTTERIES Stoke-on-Trent is well preserved at many of the city’s attractions. & HERITAGE Factory tours, outstanding ATTRACTIONS visitor centres and museums, and the chance to try your hand at the potter’s wheel mean you’ll have an entertaining insight into the history and tradition, and the modern day industry of a time-honoured craft.

And of course, a trip to The Potteries wouldn’t be complete without a visit to one of our Stoke-on-Trent is many factory shops and outlets the World Capital of which present exclusive opportunities to browse and buy Ceramics. The city exquisite pieces at special prices has been shaped from a huge collection of china by its production of on offer. pottery for centuries, building a city with a globally renowned reputation and history of innovation, science, art, culture, and entrepreneurialism.

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The World of Wedgwood is Afternoon tea in the Wedgwood intended as the ultimate Tea Room is a truly elegant and destination to experience the memorable experience served Wedgwood brand. Our aim on Wedgwood china by highly is to bring the heritage and experienced staff. Enjoy lunch in craftsmanship of Wedgwood to our our worker’s canteen inspired visitors in a genuinely inspiring, Dining Hall, delicious dishes sophisticated and elegant way. served with a contemporary twist. An attraction suitable for all ages, Discover cutting-edge designs, an opportunity to ‘learn by doing’, tap into a unique lifestyle and buy to shop, eat and explore… from the very latest ranges in our Flagship Store. Our Factory Wedgwood was founded in 1759 by Outlet offers ever-changing ranges Josiah Wedgwood, an astonishing of retired products and factory craftsman and potter but also an seconds at highly discounted exceptional pioneer of culture. prices, with up to 70% off. Discover the story of Josiah Younger visitors will have a fun and Wedgwood and his lasting immersive experience in our inside influence on industry, society and and outside children’s play areas. local infrastructure and then take Explore the 240 acre Wedgwood a Factory Tour to see all aspects Estate with swathes of open of our production processes and landscaped grounds, canals and techniques. beautiful woodlands. Try your hand at the potter’s wheel Open 7 days a week. Ample free in the Master Craft Studio or create parking. Keep up to date with your own piece of Wedgwood bone news and events on the World china tableware in the Decorating of Wedgwood website and social Studio. media channels.

Wedgwood Drive, Open: Mon to Sun 10.00am Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent, – 5.00pm. ST12 9ER Admission: Discovery (between J14 and J15 Experience (combined of the M6) ticket for Factory Tour & T: 01782 282986 Museum) Adults £15.00, E: bookings@ Child £7.50, Concession worldofwedgwood.com £10.50, Family £30.00.

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All the family will enjoy a visit to the Apedale Valley Light Railway. Using our historic steam and diesel locomotive trains, journeys are a 15 minute round trip beside Apedale Country Park. Visit our Gift Shop. We have special events throughout the season to appeal to all interest groups.

Loomer Road, Chesterton, and Bank Holiday Monday. Newcastle-under-Lyme, Some Sundays in April, Staffordshire, ST5 7LB May, September, October. T: 0845 094 1953 Every Sunday in June, July 4, 4A E: [email protected] & August. Open: : 1 April to 28 Admission: Adult £2.50, October every Saturday Child £1.50, Family £6.00.

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Dudson Museum 13

Situated just a mile from the Dudson Factory Outlet, The Dudson Museum is housed in an atmospheric, original Grade II listed bottle oven. Stepping through the ‘oven door’ you will experience the company’s heritage from 1800 until the present day and discover the history of the oldest surviving family business in the ceramic tableware industry. The diverse and extensive collection of Dudson pottery is displayed on two floors. Souvenirs are available and there is a café on site.

Hope Street, City Centre, Open: Mon to Fri Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5DD 10.00am - 3.00pm. T: 01782 285286 Closed Bank Holidays and E: dudsonmuseum some factory holidays. @vast.org.uk Admission: Free dudson.com

Etruria Industrial Museum 16

Home to Jesse Shirley’s 1857 Bone and Flint Mill, the only remaining steam powered potters mill in the world and driven by an 1820s beam engine. It is located at the attractive junction of the Trent & Mersey and Caldon canals with a forge, canal warehouse, and locks on the site.

Etruria Vale Road, Etruria, 2-3 December 10:30am – Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 4RB 4.30pm. Other times see T: 07900 267711 website or by appointment. E: info@etruriamuseum. Admission: Mill in Steam: org.uk Entry only – Adults £4.00 or Open: Mill in Steam: Guided tour – Adults £6.00 101 1-2 April, 3-4 June, 5-6 under 16 free. August, 9-10 September,

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6 Car park Coach park Toilets Wheelchair accessible toilet Ford Green Hall 3

Step back in time and visit a unique 17th century timber framed farmhouse. Home of the Ford family for over 200 years. Available for educational school visits and wedding venue. Events held throughout the year. Please see website for full details.

Ford Green Road, Open: Sunday to Thursday Smallthorne, 1.00pm – 4.00pm. Last Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 2DQ admission 3.30pm. Open E: fordgreenhall.museum@ at other times by request – gmail.com pre-booking essential. T: 01782 537696 Admission: Adults £3.00, Child £3.00, Family £6.50 8, 8A fordgreenhall.org.uk

Gladstone Pottery Museum 23

Visit the only complete Victorian pottery factory from the days when coal burning ovens made the world’s finest bone china. See traditional skills, original workshops, the cobbled yard and huge bottle kilns that create an atmospheric time warp that has no equal. Visit the gift shop with exclusive handmade pottery, books and gifts.

Uttoxeter Road, Longton, Admission: Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 1PQ Adults £7.50, Child (4 – 16) T: 01782 237777 £5.25, Concessions £6.00, E: [email protected] Family (2 adults + 2 children) £22.00. Annual passes Open: Tue to Sat available – 10.00am – 5.00pm 6A Adults £11.00, (April to Sept), 10.00am – Concessions £9.25 4.00pm (Oct to Mar). stokemuseums.org.uk

Middleport Pottery (Home of Burleigh) 8

An award-winning visitor destination in Stoke- on-Trent, Middleport Pottery’s factory tours offer a unique opportunity to experience traditional handcraft methods unchanged since the 1880s. Other attractions include a fully restored steam engine, Burleigh factory shop, canal-side cafe, Victorian Offices and Grade II listed bottle kiln.

Port Street, Burslem, Adults - £8.50, Concessions Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 3PE £7.00. Under 8s not T: 01782 499766 permitted on factory tours. E: info@middleportpottery. Open: Visitor Centre: Mon org - Sun: 10.00am – 4.00pm. Admission: Heritage Factory Tours: Mon-Thurs Areas: Adults £4.00, 11am & 2pm. Friday Concessions £3.00, Under 10.30am. 5’s Free. Factory Tours: (Must be pre-booked) middleportpottery.co.uk

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Described as the world’s best kept secret, a visit will reveal Moorcroft’s unique handcrafted, quality, collectable art pottery. Factory tours, shopping, museum and bottle oven come together creating an unforgettable experience.

Sandbach Road, Burslem, Factory Tours: Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 2DQ Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs T: 01782 820515 11.00am and 2.00pm, E: heritagevisitorcentre Fri 11.00am only. @moorcroft.com Please book in advance. Open: Mon to Sat 10.00am Admission: Factory Tours - 4.30pm. Closed Sundays. - Adult £7.50, Concessions Open bank holidays (with £6.50, Child (11-16) £5.00. exceptions please check Book a tour and receive a £20 Moorcroft gift voucher 3 website for confirmation) to redeem on day of the tour. moorcroft.com

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery 18

Discover our Staffordshire Hoard display along with the history of the Potteries, including the world’s greatest collection of Staffordshire ceramics. See a Spitfire in the home city of its designer, Reginald Mitchell. Relax at the museum café or browse the Foyer Shop for unique quality gifts. Follow children’s trails and enjoy drop-in activities and special events. Changing exhibitions throughout the year. See website for details.

Bethesda Street, Open: Mon to Sat 10.00am City Centre, – 5.00pm, Sun 11.00am – Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3DW 4.00pm. Please see website T: 01782 232323 for Christmas opening E: [email protected] times. Admission: Free stokemuseums.org.uk

Spode Museum Trust Heritage Centre 20

A fascinating exhibition at Josiah Spode’s former pottery, the birthplace of Bone China. Learn about the history of the factory; see fine ceramics and archival films; watch demonstrations of hand-painting, transfer- printing and raised-paste gilding; visit the famous Blue Room Collection; enjoy a guided tour of the historic factory site; explore our new expanded retail area. See website for updates.

Elenora Street, Stoke, Open: From 7 April Fri, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 1QQ Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays E: visitorcentre@ 10.30am – 4.00pm. spodeworks.org Admission: Free, but small 21, 21A, 23, T: 01782 411421 charge for guided tours 23A, 25 Groups most welcome by of the factory site and appointment. Blue Room. spodeworks.org

8 Car park Coach park Toilets Wheelchair accessible toilet The only region of Britain named SHOP TIL after its main industry, The Potteries’ very own shopping YOU DROP opportunity dubbed ‘The China Experience’ – these days Come and buy from features remarkable array of factory shops, selling everything the World Capital imaginable: from fine china of Ceramics where dinner services, intricate quality products figurines, table and cookware, are designed and to mugs, tiles, jugs, jewellery, manufactured. original art, and exquisite prestige ceramics. There is something for every pocket and taste.

Barewall Gallery 6

Art gallery specialising in quality collectable ceramics, original art and limited edition signed prints by artists from across Staffordshire and Cheshire. Including a Northern Art section comprising artists from and scenes of North Staffordshire and the Staffordshire Moorlands. We also have a lovely ‘made in Stoke-on-Trent’ gift section.

2 - 4 Market Place, Open: Tue to Fri Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, 10.00am – 5.00pm. ST6 4AT Sat 10.00am to 4.30pm. Sun 3 T: 01782 258843 and Mon by appointment E: [email protected] only.

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Visit our stunning and unique Burleigh Factory Shop. Huge array of designs - archive patterns on tableware, including our iconic blue & white transfer ware, excellent seconds and discontinued lines. Enjoy our log fire and warm welcome.

Middleport Pottery, Year’s Day - please phone Port Street, Burslem, for times. See Middleport Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 3PE Pottery (Home of Burleigh) T: 01782 525510 on page 7 for details of E: factoryshop@ factory tours. burgessandleigh.co.uk Admission: Free entry to the Open: Mon to Sat 9.00am shop, but charges for visitor – 5.00pm, Sunday 10.00am centre, museum, and factory – 4.00pm. Closed Christmas tour apply. Day & Boxing Day. Open New

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Churchill 1

The Churchill factory shop is perhaps one of the area’s best kept secrets. Having built a reputation for quality, innovation and design, the array of beautiful product truly caters for everyone. With brands including The Caravan Trail, Little Rhymes, Collier Campbell, Royal Horticultural Society, Jamie Oliver and many more, come and find great discounts and offers on all high quality ceramics.

No. 1 Marlborough Way, Open: Mon to Sun Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, 10.00am – 4.00pm. Please ST6 5NZ telephone to confirm Bank 3 T: 01782 525203 Holiday opening hours. E: factory.shop@ churchill1795.com

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Dudson Factory Outlet 10

The name of Dudson has been associated with quality tableware for more than a hundred years. At the Dudson Factory Outlet, just a mile from the Dudson Museum, this professional product made to the demanding standards of the hospitality industry is available to everyone over the counter (or by mail order). Best quality tableware is available at a discount and there are thousands of bargains direct from the factory.

Nile Street, Burslem, Open: Mon to Fri Stoke-on-Trent, 9.30am - 5.00pm, 3 ST6 2BA Sat 10.00am - 4.00pm. T: 01782 821075 Closed Bank Holidays and E: factory.outlet@dudson. some factory holidays. com dudson.com

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Visit our factory shop at 50 High Street, Stone, where you can purchase selected ‘second’ quality mugs in many of our favourite designs at reduced prices.

50 High Street, Stone, Open: Mon to Sat 101 Staffordshire, ST15 8AU 9.00am - 5.00pm. T: 01785 818300 E: [email protected]

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Emma Bridgewater Factory 19

Enjoy a day out at our atmospheric Victorian factory: • Enjoy a fascinating factory tour and see how we hand make and hand decorate all our pottery • Shop for seconds in our Factory Shop • Decorate your own unique piece of pottery • Purchase our newest designs in our Gift Shop • Relax in our cosy café

Emma Bridgewater Factory, Sun 10.00am - 4.00pm. Lichfield Street, Hanley, Factory Tours: Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3EJ Monday to Friday. Advance T: 01782 201328 booking required www. emmabridgewaterfactory. E: stokeshop@ co.uk emmabridgewater.co.uk Admission: Factory Tours 6, 6A Open: Mon to Sat 9.30am £2.50 redeemable against - 5.30pm, shop purchases over £12.95. emmabridgewaterfactory.co.uk

Portmeirion, Longton 22

With the four Great British brands of Portmeirion, Spode, Royal Worcester and Pimpernel in one store, a visit to one of Portmeirion’s factory shops is a must! Portmeirion’s factory shops are the ideal place to buy wonderful gifts for loved ones and everything you need for the dinner table. With 30% off the retail price and great offers throughout the year, the discerning shopper will be delighted with what’s in store.

Unit 1-2 Phoenix Open: Mon to Sat Works, 500 King Street, 9.00am - 5.15pm, 6, 6A Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 1EZ Sun 10.00am - 4.00pm. T: 01782 326661 Please telephone for E: longtonshop@ Christmas & Bank portmeiriongroup.com Holiday openings. portmeiriongroupfactoryshops.co.uk

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London Road, Stoke, Open: Mon to Sat Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 7QQ 9.00am - 5.15pm, Sun 21A T: 01782 743649/411756 10.00am - 4.00pm. E: stokeshop Please telephone for @portmeiriongroup.com Christmas & Bank Holiday openings. portmeiriongroupfactoryshops.co.uk

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Unit 230, Trentham Open: 10.00am - 5.30pm, Shopping Village, Mon to Sun all year. Trentham Estate, Closed Christmas Day. Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8AX 21A T: 01782 657828/743418 E: [email protected]

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Royal Stafford 5

Royal Stafford Factory Outlet offers a wide range of seconds and discontinued lines. Royal Stafford’s tableware patterns including designer ranges make this a must for bargain hunters. Also on site a ceramic café where you can create your own unique and colourful piece of tableware or giftware.

Wedgwood Place, Open: Mon to Sat Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, 9.30am - 5.00pm. ST6 4ED Closed Sundays. T: 01782 525419 Closed Christmas Day, E: [email protected] Boxing Day, New Year’s 3 Day, Good Friday and Easter Monday.

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12 Car park Coach park Toilets Wheelchair accessible toilet The Wedgwood & Royal Doulton 12 Outlet Store

The Outlet Store is the ideal shopping destination. Shoppers will find all our major brands including Wedgwood, Royal Doulton, Waterford and Royal Albert. Exquisite tableware and beautiful crystal with reductions of up to 75% off retail prices and an abundance of great gift ideas. There is ample free parking.

Forge Lane, Etruria, Open: Mon to Sat Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5NP 9.00am - 5.00pm, T: 01782 284056 Sun & Bank Holidays 4, 4A E: [email protected] 10.00am - 4.00pm. Please telephone for Christmas opening times.

William Edwards Ltd 9

William Edwards Ltd supplies fine bone china to the elite 5-star hotel and restaurant sector, showcasing the finest in design, service, versatility, and value. These same products are offered both on our website, and in our shop. Why not drop by and see for yourself, so you could have 5 star luxury in your home!

Anderton Works, Port Open: Mon to Fri 10.00am Street, Middleport, – 4.00pm. Closed during Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 3PF factory holidays, Bank T: 01782 838000 holidays and Christmas to E: sales@williamedwards. New Year. co.uk williamedwards.co.uk Factory Holidays

Factory Tours are not available during factory holidays. The dates here are inclusive and show factory holidays for 2017. Most factory shops remain open but we advise you to check before you travel. The Visitor Centres are open throughout the year except Christmas week and New Year’s Day.

Easter Late Summer Friday 14 April Thursday 24 August, Friday 25 August. Working Week of 28 Working Week of 17 April August May Day Christmas 2017 Monday 1 May From Saturday 23 December 2017 Annual until Tuesday 2 January 2018. Thursday 22 June, Friday 23 June. Working Weeks of 26 June and 3 July

Overseas delivery Refreshments visitstoke.co.uk 13 Enjoy peace and quiet or fun and action in 750 acres of parkland, FAMILY FUN woods, lakeside walks and ATTRACTIONS award-winning beautiful gardens at The Trentham Estate. The kids will love the adventure Share adventures, playground, boat and train rides, laughs, giggles, and fairy trail, and barefoot walk. good times in fun- Step into the Trentham Monkey filled family days out Forest and meet the Barbary in Stoke-on-Trent. macaques who share their adventures with you as you wind along the ¾ mile path through their 60 acre forest. Once you’ve learnt from the monkeys, swing through trees yourself at Aerial Extreme as you tackle their tree- mendous ropes course!

If you’re looking for peace and tranquillity, enjoy the colour and the splendour by exploring Stoke-on-Trent’s unique, mesmerising gardens and wonderful parks.

14 Car park Coach park Toilets Wheelchair accessible toilet The Trentham Estate 25

Home to Trentham Gardens, take a trip on the catamaran Trentham Monkey Forest, Aerial or miniature train and search Extreme and Trentham Shopping for fairies on the lakeside walk. Village – this is a destination with Experience distinctively different something to please everyone! shopping at the Trentham Shopping Visit Trentham Gardens with its Village, with timber lodges vast perennial plantings providing housing over 50 shops, 17 cafes breathtaking vistas that change and restaurants and the massively throughout the seasons. This impressive Trentham Garden stunning contemporary revival of an Centre. In the summer, an extra 26 historic garden is amongst the very shops and cafes will be added to the best in the UK. Encompassing 725 Shopping Village’s already fantastic acres, take a stroll around the mile offering. long lake, through the woodlands and parklands. For the young and Trentham Monkey Forest, Aerial young at heart, get naked from Extreme and the Premier Inn can the knees down and take the UK’s also be found on the estate. first barefoot walk. Hide and speak Check out our fun-packed events in the maze, swing into action in programme and latest information the adventure playground (with at www.trentham.co.uk new toddler zone), see our giant dandelions sway in the breeze,

Stone Road, Trentham, Admission prices for Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8JG Trentham Gardens: T: 01782 646646 Summer E: [email protected] (27 March – 29 October) Adult – £11.25 21A W: www.trentham.co.uk Child - £9.60 Open: All year round Concession - £9.60 (excluding Christmas Day). Family (2a + 3c) – £39.00 See www.trentham.co.uk Family (1a + 3c) - £28.50 for seasonal variation Disabled/Carer - £5.75 or call 01782 646646 Summer evening - £5.75 for details. Winter (30 October – March 2018) Reduced admission applies see www.trentham.co.uk for details.

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Ever fancied swinging about, high up in the trees? Now’s your chance with our tree- mendous course at the Trentham Estate. All ages are guaranteed a bucket load of fun. How much can you handle? Swing by and find out!

Get 20% off online individual tickets by using code ‘VSAE20’. This cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and is only valid for online bookings.

The South Entrance Open: Please see website Stone Road, Trentham, for opening dates and 101 Staffordshire, ST12 9HR times available. T: 0845 652 1736 Admission: Adults £32.00, Children £28.00. E: info@aerialextreme. co.uk aerialextreme.co.uk

Biddulph Grange Garden 2

Amazing Victorian garden of world themed gardens, all hidden and linked together by tunnels, paths, high hedges and rockwork banks. Visit the Italian terrace, Chinese inspired garden, dahlia walk, see the oldest surviving golden larch in Britain or relax by the lake feeding the fish.

Grange Road, Biddulph, – 5.30pm, 21 Oct – 29 Oct Stoke-on-Trent, ST8 7SD 11.00am – 4.00pm, 30 Oct – T: 01782 517999 31 Dec 11.00am – 3.30pm. E: biddulphgrange@ Admission: Adults £9.50 nationaltrust.org.uk (£8.63), Child £4.75 (£4.31), Open: 1 Jan – 17 Feb Family £23.70 (£21.54) Gift 11.00am – 3.30pm, 18 Feb – aid prices displayed with 7A, 9 12 Mar 11.00am – 4.00pm, standard admission in 13 Mar -20 Oct 10.30am brackets.

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The Dorothy Clive Garden 24

Intimate and informal; stroll, explore and draw inspiration from a 12 acre hillside garden, which boasts a winter garden, edible woodland, rhododendron filled quarry, rose garden, alpine scree, colourful borders, pool and waterfall. Don’t forget to visit our delightful tearoom with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Willoughbridge, every weekend from the Market Drayton, start of Oct to end of March Shropshire, TF9 4EU 10.00am - 4.00pm. T: 01630 647237 Admission: Adults £7.50, E: info@dorothy Concessions £7.00, clivegarden.co.uk Children 5 - 17 £2.00, 164 Open: Every day Children 0-4 free. from 1 Apr - 30 Sept, 10.00am - 5.30pm, dorothyclivegarden.co.uk

16 Car park Coach park Toilets Wheelchair accessible toilet Rode Hall & Gardens 4

A beautiful Cheshire country house with a fine collection of English porcelain and extensive gardens. Renowned for snowdrops in February followed by rhododendrons, azaleas, and bluebells in May. Delightful tearooms serving homemade cakes and light lunches with the home-grown produce from the stunning two acre walled kitchen garden.

Rode Hall, Scholar Green, Wed’s and Bank Holiday Cheshire, ST7 3QP Mondays. Gardens open T: 01270 873237 11.00am – 5.00pm. Hall E: [email protected] open 12.00pm – 4.00pm. Open: Snowdrop walks: 4 Admission: House & Garden Feb – 5 Mar Tues to Sun Adults £8.00, Concessions 11.00am – 4.00pm. Summer £7.00, Children £2.00. openings 5 Apr – 27 Sep: Gardens only: Adults £5.00, House & Gardens open Children £2.00. rodehall.co.uk

Trentham Monkey Forest 27

Trentham Monkey Forest is unique to Staffordshire and the UK! Set in 60 acres of ancient woodland, visitors can walk with the free- roaming monkeys on our forest trail!

Stone Road, Trentham, from 18 February to 26 Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8AY March. Every day from T: 01782 659845 1 April. E: [email protected] Admission: Adult £8.50, Open: 18 February 2017 Child £6.50, under 3’s free. – 29 October 2017. School 101 holidays and weekends monkey-forest.com

Tourist Information Centre

Visit the Stoke-on-Trent Tourist Information Centre to find out what’s on, things to do and where to go! Located in the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, the friendly staff at the Tourist Information Centre are on hand to help with local, regional and national tourist information, accommodation bookings, and sell local and regional events tickets.

Potteries Museum & E: [email protected] Art Gallery, Bethesda Open: Mon to Sat 10.00am Street, City Centre, – 5.00pm, Sun 11.00am – Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3DW 4.00pm. T: 01782 236000 visitstoke.co.uk

Overseas delivery Refreshments visitstoke.co.uk 17 Car park Coach park Toilets Wheelchair accessible toilet The city of Stoke-on-Trent is bidding for the title of UK City of Culture 2021. We love Stoke-on-Trent and believe that becoming City of Culture will bring huge benefits to the area. We believe the time is right and the time is now for Stoke-on-Trent. We hope you do too.

Please get behind the bid and help us make City of Culture 2021 a reality.

#sot2021 sot2021 www.sot2021.com

The Enchanted Chandelier* by Transe Express (*Maudits Sonnants) hosted by Appetite Stoke. Images courtesy of Clara Lou Photography. A Christmas Love Story Painted in the Sky by Cirque Bijou featuring the Bullzini Family (Image Courtesy of Andrew Billington Photography)

We are home to incredible FESTIVALS, entertainment venues including the New Vic Theatre, Regent EVENTS AND Theatre and Victoria Hall. ENTERTAINMENT This year we will see a number of amazing events, exhibitions Stoke-on-Trent and performances taking place throughout the city that will has an exciting attract visitors from right across programme of events the globe, including the return of throughout the year. the British Ceramics Biennial and the ongoing brilliant programme of events delivered by Appetite.

Appetite

Appetite serves up spectacular events across Stoke-on-Trent with a unique annual programme not to be missed. This includes: The Big Feast (25-26 Aug), an outdoor arts festival bringing world-class artists and performances to Stoke-on-Trent; an annual showcase event featuring one of the world’s finest large-scale outdoor shows; Roundabout (19-22 Oct) by Paines Plough, the world’s first pop-up, plug- and-play theatre, plus much more throughout the year.

Visit appetitestoke.co.uk to find out more.

T: 01782 381373 E: askus@appetitestoke. co.uk appetitestoke.co.uk

20 Car park Coach park Toilets Wheelchair accessible toilet British Ceramics Biennial

The British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) first launched in 2009, is a free festival celebrating and showcasing contemporary ceramics from across the world.

Set in Stoke-on-Trent - the heart of the UK ceramics industry. The festival is back for its fifth year and will take place in established venues and non–traditional spaces across the city.

Festival office: T: 01782 294634 Staffordshire University, E: info@ Faculty of Arts and britishceramicsbiennial. Creative Technology, com Flaxman Building, Room L416, Stoke-on-Trent, Open: 23 September –5 ST4 2DE November 2017 britishceramicsbiennial.com

New Vic Theatre 15

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. See a show, enjoy some lunch or pop in for a coffee and a cake in our restaurant.

Etruria Road, Open: Please see website Newcastle-under-Lyme, for details of dates and Staffordshire, ST5 0JG prices of all productions T: 01782 717962 and performances. 4, 4A E: tickets@newvictheatre. org.uk newvictheatre.org.uk

Regent Theatre & Victoria Hall 17

At the heart of the Cultural Quarter, The Regent Theatre & Victoria Hall play host to some of the biggest names in music, comedy and theatre. You’re sure to find something for the whole family to enjoy!

Cultural Quarter, Open: Please see website City Centre, for details of dates and Stoke-on-Trent prices of all productions T: 0844 871 7649 and performances.

atgtickets.com/stoke

Overseas delivery Refreshments visitstoke.co.uk 21 Pick up a guide today from the Tourist Information Centre The Ceramics Trail Discover | Learn | Try | Buy Enjoy the complete ceramics experience and discover the history and heritage of the Portmeirion Potteries at our award-winning museums and visitor centres, and go on a factory tour and learn about the skills and craftsmanship that go into producing our famous pottery. Have a go at creating your own masterpiece with the many hands-on opportunities Burleigh available. Shop till you drop with the many factory shops. Get a free gift THE Discover more at ceramicstrail.co.uk TRAILS

The Heritage Canoe Trail

Stoke-on-Trent’s Heritage Canoe Trail has been created for paddlers of any ability to enjoy a beautiful and historically rich section of our waterway. Special route markers guide you along the 20 mile canal-based route, along which you’ll encounter a variety of water features and many historical landmarks.

Discover more at visitstoke.co.uk/canals The Potteries Towns Trail

Are you looking for something to do with family and friends or seeking a fun day out with the kids in Stoke-on-Trent?

Then why not explore Stoke-on- Trent on a self-guided Treasure Hunt themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the Trail route, can you solve the sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments to discover the location of the buried treasure?

Discover more at THE www.treasuretrails.co.uk TRAILS

Sculpture Trail Whether you are on foot, on a bike or in the car, the Stoke- on-Trent Sculpture Trail provides a fascinating backdrop to the local landscape. Explore 40 fascinating sculptures throughout the city and learn about their background and links to the local area. You don’t have to do all 40 sculptures of the trail in one go, the trail has been split into bite size clusters allowing you to take a short walk or spend all day exploring the area. Pick up a guide today from the Tourist Discover more at Information Centre stokesculpturetrail.co.uk Discover more at visitstoke.co.uk/canals PLACES TO STAY

Enjoy a short break in Stoke-on-Trent!

With so much to see and do, enjoying a short break is the only way to fit everything in!

View full details of accommodation at visitstoke.co.uk/stay

Whether you are looking for accommodation for a short break or a longer stay, Stoke-on-Trent has a variety of accommodation to meet your needs. For a full list of accommodation in the city head to the “Stay” section on visitstoke.co.uk.

Best Western Plus Stoke-on-Trent Moat House, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5BQ T: 01782 609988 www.bw-stokeontrentmoathouse.co.uk (Hotel)

Clayhanger Guest House, Newcastle, ST5 1HX T: 01782 714428 www.clayhangerguesthouse.co.uk (Guest House)

Cordwainer Cottage, Bagnall, ST9 9JY T: 01782 302575 www.cordwainercottage.co.uk (Self-catering)

Forest Edge Apartments, Stoke-on-Trent, ST6 2PY T: 07870 370 675 www.forestedgeapartments.co.uk (Self-catering)

Foxtwood Cottages, Froghall, ST10 2HJ T: 01538 266160 www.foxtwood.co.uk (Self-catering)

Middle Cottage, Endon, ST9 9EY T: 01782 505089 www.middlecottageholidays.co.uk (Self-catering)

Oakhill Holiday Cottages, Upper Tean, ST10 4JH T: 01538 722213 www.oakhillfarmcottages.co.uk (Self-catering)

Book and browse full details of the above accommodation online, and see a full list of accommodation in Stoke-on-Trent at visitstoke.co.uk KEY TO ATTRACTIONS AND FACTORY SHOP SYMBOLS

Factory shops Pottery cafés All the factory shops sell Decorate your own colourful seconds (slightly imperfect masterpiece in one of the items) often at huge city’s pottery cafés. discounts. All weather Factory Tours attraction Attractions with this symbol Attractions with this symbol offer factory tours. They can be visited all through the are only available Mon to year in any weather. Fri and not during factory holidays. It is advisable to Gift shop book in advance. These attractions have Ceramic attractions a gift shop on site. These provide entertainment Using public for all the family with hands-on participation. transport This shows the best Museums bus route to get to The city’s museums provide the attraction from a comprehensive and the City Centre. fascinating insight into the ceramic history of the city. Factory holidays Factory holiday dates are on page 13.

Visit Stoke-on-Trent Visit the Stoke-on-Trent Tourist Information Centre to find out what’s on, things to do and where to go! Located in the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, the friendly staff at the Tourist Information Centre are on hand to help with local, regional and national tourist information, accommodation bookings, and sell local and regional events tickets.

OPEN MON TO SAT 10AM TO 5PM AND SUN 11AM TO 4PM

Visit us at: The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery Bethesda Street City Centre Stoke-on-Trent ST1 3DW 01782 236000

www.visitstoke.co.uk for special offers and more information

Twitter.com/visitstoke Facebook.com/visitstoke The City Centre Partnership Welcomes Visitors to Stoke-on-Trent City Centre with... FABULOUS SHOPPING GREAT OUTDOOR EVENTS WORLD-CLASS MUSEUMS OUTSTANDING THEATRES EXCELLENT RESTAURANTS

Contact the Stoke-on-Trent Tourist Information Centre for details of what’s on – 01782 236000 For more information about the City Centre Partnership email [email protected] www.citycentrestokeontrent.co.uk

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