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This morning, I had the pleasure of visiting the Etruria Industrial Museum, where I joined members of The Heritage Network to launch the 2024 Heritage Open Days festival in Stoke-on-Trent officially. The museum, situated along the historic Trent & Mersey Canal, provided the perfect backdrop for unveiling this
Date: Tuesday 24th September Time: Meet at 10:00 AM Meeting Point: Market Place Café, next to the Town Hall Distance: Approximately 3 miles Duration: Around 3 hours Guide: Jenna Goodwin, The Red Haired Stokie Capacity: Limited to 40 people Join us for an engaging and informative walking tour through
During a meeting held yesterday at the historic Spode Factory site, Stoke-on-Trent City Council unveiled ambitious plans for the site’s future. Led by City Director John Rouse and Jonathan Wheeler of MACE, the presentation acknowledged previous missteps and laid out a vision for a future that prioritises
Tilstone House, a majestic neo-Tudor mansion built in 1888, has stood as a testament to aristocratic elegance and architectural grandeur for over 130 years. Originally commissioned by the Old Etonian baronet Sir Gilbert Greenall, later the 1st Baron Daresbury, Tilstone House was designed primarily as a hunting lodge but
Stoke-on-Trent, affectionately and famously known as "The Potteries," has proudly been awarded World Craft City status by the World Crafts Council. This prestigious accolade propels the city onto the global stage, honouring its profound social, cultural, and economic contributions, deeply rooted in its centuries-old ceramic
Nestled within the tranquil woods of Keele University lies a piece of hidden history: a solitary Bofors gun mount, a relic of a time when the university grounds played an unexpected role in both astronomical research and wartime activities. This unassuming artefact, now largely forgotten, carries with it a rich
As you drive along the A50 between Stoke-on-Trent and Ashbourne, you may have noticed a strange castle-like structure in a field alongside the road. Tucked away within the lush grounds of Sudbury Hall, this is a curious and captivating structure known as Vernon's Folly. This
Meir Aerodrome, also known as Stoke-on-Trent Municipal Airport, has a rich and varied history that mirrors the broader changes in aviation and military history throughout the 20th century. Located in Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, the aerodrome played significant roles in both World Wars and underwent several transformations in
Sword Beach and Beyond: The Staffordshire Yeomanry's D-Day Story On June 6, 1944, Allied forces launched the largest seaborne invasion in history, known as D-Day, marking the beginning of the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi occupation. Among the many brave units involved in this monumental
The Leopard, a beloved Burslem pub with an important history, could be given a new lease on life if plans submitted to Stoke-on-Trent City Council are approved. The application proposes a significant change of use for the landmark building, transforming it into a ground-floor retail unit and
Nestled in the heart of Leek, Staffordshire, Nos. 2-4 Clerk Bank is more than just a row of charming cottages; it is a window into the rich history of this town. Dating back to the 15th century, this building is the oldest surviving in Leek, apart from St Edward’
Sitting at the top of High Lane, The Riley Arms has been a cornerstone of community life for nearly two centuries. From its early days as a lively pub to its transformation into a modern Co-operative, this building has witnessed the ebb and flow of the area's
