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Preserving our Heritage: The Resurrection of Etruria's Iconic Chapel

Preserving our Heritage: The Resurrection of Etruria's Iconic Chapel

Take a look at the history of Etruria's Old Chapel and its new use as a beautiful funeral venue. This should be used as an example of what can be done without historic buildings.

Rediscovering the Potteries: Must-See Stops at Stoke-on-Trent's Heritage Festival

Rediscovering the Potteries: Must-See Stops at Stoke-on-Trent's Heritage Festival

Behind the Scenes: Exclusive Tours and Talks at Stoke-on-Trent's Heritage Festival

Hidden History, the Tunnels and Passages Underneath Staffordshire

Hidden History, the Tunnels and Passages Underneath Staffordshire

You cannot walk anywhere in Staffordshire without there being a rumour of a tunnel or some secret passageway beneath your feet. Whether you are in a town or village, or out in the countryside. It may be part of an old mine, we have plenty of them in Staffordshire. Or

Tunstall Then & Now

Tunstall Then & Now

Tunstall is one of the youngest towns in the Potteries, and although it is not mentioned independently in the Domesday Book, it is believed to have been a part of Richard the forester's lands, centred on Thursfield. However, Tunstall Manor rose to power quickly and by the 16th

Uncovering Stoke-on-Trent's Hidden Legacy: The Birthplace of Photography - Thomas Wedgwood

Uncovering Stoke-on-Trent's Hidden Legacy: The Birthplace of Photography - Thomas Wedgwood

As a professional photographer in Stoke-on-Trent, I have always been interested in the history of photography. But what few people know, is that the invention of photography has its roots in Stoke-on-Trent, where a pioneering figure played a crucial role in its development: Thomas Wedgwood.

Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent - Why is the investment into this town being wasted on the wrong things?

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Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent - Why is the investment into this town being wasted on the wrong things?

The town of Hanley, in Stoke-on-Trent, is one that holds much potential and history, yet the investment into this town is being spent in all the wrong places. Derelict buildings, struggling businesses and poor transport links are just a few of the things that are causing Hanley to become a

Stoke Then & Now

Stoke Then & Now

Stoke-upon-Trent, often referred to as simply Stoke has a long and rich history. Reaching as far back at least to the Romans and their road that ran from Deva (Chester) to Derventio (Derby) via Stoke. However, the modern town owes its growth and prosperity to the Industrial Revolution, which brought

Burslem Then & Now

Burslem Then & Now

Burslem, Stoke on Trent, is known as the 'Mother Town' of the Potteries. This small town has a rich history and heritage that dates back centuries. It was once a thriving industrial centre, with many pottery factories and coal mines. From its humble beginnings in the 17th century

Influential Stoke-On-Trent Women - International Women’s Day

Influential Stoke-On-Trent Women - International Women’s Day

Stoke-on-Trent is the home and birthplace of many famous people from all walks of life. And while there are many articles and posts about them, I can't seem to find any that celebrate the women of our fair city. So in honour of International Women's Day,

Chatterley Whitfield

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Chatterley Whitfield

This weekend we had the fantastic opportunity to have access to the amazing time capsule that is Chatterley Whitfield. It is probably one of the most recognisable sights on the Stoke-on-Trent horizon and is the best surviving example of a deep mine in England. The largest mine on the North

Fenton Then & Now

Fenton Then & Now

Fenton is most certainly one of the most beautiful towns in Stoke-on-Trent. As a town that was usually forgotten, it flourished with a beautiful community and a stunning heritage. Both of which have managed to stand the test of time. After the success of the Hanley Then & Now post

Hanley Then vs Now

Hanley Then vs Now

This post is the first of a series that I am working on, of up-to-date then and now photographs. Stoke-on-Trent is ever-changing, but more so in recent years. So many of the old vs new photographs we see online or in books have moved on even since then. One of

Stoke's Hidden Tunnel, Lost Canal and Its Victorian Hero

Stoke's Hidden Tunnel, Lost Canal and Its Victorian Hero

At the height of the industrial revolution, canals, railways and tramlines crisscrossed the landscape of Stoke-on-Trent. The now-defunct Newcastle-under-Lyme Canal was completed in 1800 and ran for over 3 miles from Newcastle to the Trent & Mersey Canal at Stoke. But did you know that part of it is still

Molly Leigh - the True History of an Independent, Wealthy, Land Owning Woman

Molly Leigh - the True History of an Independent, Wealthy, Land Owning Woman

Join me on a captivating journey as we delve into the remarkable life of Molly Leigh, the Burslem Witch. Uncover the true history of this extraordinary woman—a fiercely independent, wealthy landowner who defied societal norms in 18th-century England. We shed light on Molly's life, her alleged witchcraft,

Are There Hidden Tunnels Beneath Abbey Hulton?

Are There Hidden Tunnels Beneath Abbey Hulton?

There are always rumours of tunnels. The thought of a hidden subterranean world beneath our feet is always intriguing. Unfortunately, most of these rumours are simply not true. On this occasion, however, they turned out to be real—but they aren't quite tunnels. The History of Abbey Hulton

Stoke-on-Trent Is Sinking - Into the Thousands of Disused Mines Beneath It

Stoke-on-Trent Is Sinking - Into the Thousands of Disused Mines Beneath It

A History of Coal Mining in Stoke-on-Trent Coal and Ironstone have been mined in Stoke-on-Trent from as early as 1282 and continuing right up to 1998. The city sits upon the North Staffordshire Coalfield, which is an area of nearly 100 square miles, the majority of it underneath Stoke-on-Trent and

The Leopard, Burslem - A Rich History to a Bitter End

The Leopard, Burslem - A Rich History to a Bitter End

I think many of us expected this; the end of another heritage building that was lost to fire. It seems to be the way in which many of our old buildings end their life in Stoke-on-Trent. So much so actually, that it is a morbid running joke across the city.