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The Potteries – History, Heritage and Ceramics of Stoke-on-Trent
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Welcome to The Potteries, a comprehensive guide to the history, people, places and pottery of Stoke-on-Trent located in the North Staffordshire county of England. Explore the six towns, discover the famous potters and factories, browse historic photographs, maps and local stories, and uncover the rich industrial heritage that made this area known throughout the world. |
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Recent highlights... |
| Abbey Hulton | 40 years since - 1986 National Garden Festival | Dating English pottery | J
& G Meakin 1851 to 1950 |
Royal Arms on British and American pottery | incorporation of Hanley & Shelton in 1857 |
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Start here.. If you are new to the website, these are the two best places to begin. Start with an introduction to Stoke-on-Trent and its six towns, or explore the complete directory of the pottery manufacturers that made the Potteries famous throughout the world. |
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Explore the Stoke-on-Trent Potteries.. Explore the rich heritage of Stoke-on-Trent through three main sections: Pottery, History, and Photos. Discover the famous ceramic industry, the people and places that shaped the six towns, and a remarkable collection of historic images. |
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| Pottery | History | Photos |
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| Resources on pottery companies, marks and backstamps, bottle kilns, occupations, and the people who shaped the industry. | Articles, maps, photographs, and research resources exploring the social, industrial, and architectural history of the Potteries and its people. | Step back in time through photographs of the Potteries. Discover familiar buildings, factory scenes, bottle kilns and local landmarks, alongside more recent images that show how Stoke-on-Trent has changed through the decades. |
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