🇬🇧【Hidden Gems of Britain #161】The Potteries: Stoke-on-Trent 🏺

Nestled between Manchester and Birmingham in Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent is the heart of Britain's ceramic industry, home to legendary brands like Wedgwood and Royal Doulton. Unlike Worcester (featured earlier), Stoke is a multi-town city with no clear center, but its attractions are well-connected by transport. 🏺 . World of Wedgwood Operated by the V&A, this museum sits within Wedgwood’s factory grounds. Highlights include: ✨ Rare Jasperware collections (Wedgwood’s signature cameo-style porcelain) ✨ Limited editions, royal commissions, and historic pieces ✨ On-site factory shop (buy directly! 🛍️), from Year of the Dragon sets to full dinnerware ✨ Afternoon tea served in the café ☕ 🚌 Transport: Take Bus 100 from Stoke station to Wedgwood Drive (⚠️ Avoid Google Maps’ misleading routes through forests!). 📍 Wedgwood Dr, Barlaston, ST12 9ER 🏺 Hanley – The "City Center" North of the train station, Hanley hosts: 🎨 The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery: Stunning Staffordshire ceramics (the world’s largest collection!) Exhibits on silverware and local history 🚌 Transport: Just 7-8 stops from Stoke station. 📍 Bethesda St, Hanley, ST1 3DW 🏺 Stoke Town North: Staffordshire University 🎓 South: Spode Factory Outlet (next episode’s focus!) & a charming church ⛪ Fuel up at Stoke Cafe for a £9 full English breakfast! 🍳 🚆 Travel Tip: Non-drivers? Grab a Plusbus Day Ticket (£2.35 with Railcard 🚂) for unlimited bus travel across all attraction #LondonLife #Wedgwood #StudyUK #UKTravel #BritishCeramics #Jasperware #Museums #Manchester #Birmingham #StokeOnTrent #HiddenGems 🌟