Gladstone is the only complete Victorian pottery factory from the days when coal burning ovens made the world's finest bone china. Traditional skills, …
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Feb 2, 2025
First time at the museum and a wonderful 3 hours spent. So much to see, excellent exhibitions and so informative. We’ll definitely be returningFull review by tmlb63
Feb 1, 2025
Really interesting in terms of pottery but seems to be ran by people who are not interested, don’t want to be there and don’t know what they are doing… but are trying to get as much money as possible…Full review by Jen S
Jan 30, 2025
Great place to visit. Very interesting and educational learning about pottery. It took a good 2 hrs to go around so allow plenty of time, there is lot to see and we haven't even tried flower making. …Full review by majabud
hi i was thinking of visiting the museum on thursday the 21st it would seem to be a great place to visit would our grandchildren of ages 6 and 9 be able to have a go at throwing a pot and other activities Regards Terry ( Grandad )
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When i visited there were many school children being taken around they seemed to be quite interested and varying ages and feel it is well worth taking them, not sure about the pot …
When i visited there were many school children being taken around they seemed to be quite interested and varying ages and feel it is well worth taking them, not sure about the pot throwing depending on how busy they are.
Hi, we have an 8 week old baby, is the museum accessible for pushchairs? Thanks
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The museum is very much a pottery frozen in time. So, some of it is on ground floor level whilst other aspects are on an upper level. I have two children, and were we visiting when they …
The museum is very much a pottery frozen in time. So, some of it is on ground floor level whilst other aspects are on an upper level. I have two children, and were we visiting when they were the age of yours, we would probably have left the pushchair or buggy in the car and used an infant carrier or papoose for this visit. Definitely worth a visit and plenty to talk to baby about on the way round.
Can you get to the museum on public transport if you are staying near the centre?
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I've just had a look and you can get the train from Stoke on Trent to Longton. Then it's a five minute walk to the museum. You may be able to get a bus too but I couldn't find any …
I've just had a look and you can get the train from Stoke on Trent to Longton. Then it's a five minute walk to the museum. You may be able to get a bus too but I couldn't find any details. Stoke on Trent Tourist Information were very helpful so may be able to tell you. Their number is 01782 236000.
I am thinking about visiting with my 6 -7 yr old grandson on April 1st/2nd. He loves clay and desperately wants to have a go at throwing on a wheel - will he be able to do so at any time over that weekend and do I need to book beforehand please?
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Yes, they have demonstrations at set times and for a small extra fee (I think about £3) you can have a go at making your own. Take cash as card payments are not accepted for the …
Yes, they have demonstrations at set times and for a small extra fee (I think about £3) you can have a go at making your own. Take cash as card payments are not accepted for the 'have a go' parts of the museum. No booking required.
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