Stoke-on-Trent Sights

  1. Gladstone Pottery Museum

    Constructed around Stoke's last remaining bottle kiln, this evocative museum has an authentic, working Victorian pottery factory where skilled potters talk to visitors. Those of a scatological bent will enjoy the Flushed With Pride exhibition, outlining the life of the toilet from chamber pots and privy holes (complete with pong!) to modern conveniences.

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  2. Wedgwood Visitor Centre

    Set in 200 acres of attractive parkland, the centre offers a fascinating insight into bone-china production. Tours take in an extensive collection of historic pieces, artisans who paint designs onto china while you watch, a troupe of Star Wars-esque anthropomorphic robots churning out perfect plates and mugs, and displays about founder Josiah Wedgwood.

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