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Historical Visitor Attraction in Stoke-on-Trent. Burleigh Factory & Heritage Tours, Shopping and Cafe
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Middleport Pottery, the home of world-famous Burleigh, is an award-winning visitor destination Stoke-on-Trent. Learn all about Middleport Pottery as you explore its new unique visitor experience. Book a factory tour to find out how Burleigh is produced using traditional craftsmanship. See pottery produced over the years and step into the iconic bottle kiln in our visitor centre. Afterwards, relax in The Packing House Café which overlooks the Trent and Mersey Canal.

01/11/2026

GO ON TREAT YOURSELF!
Open 10am to 4pm come & visit the award-winning Packing House Café at Middleport Pottery for coffee & cake, breakfast, lunch or our new Autumn drinks. Located next to the Trent & Mersey Canal we also offer outdoor seating. Free entrance to site & we are dog-friendly
For more info on Afternoon Tea booking please call 01782 499766

31/10/2026

5th & 6th December
Santa Paws Charity Photobooth
10am to 4pm
Tickets: £12
Create a lasting memory of your special furry friend in our Christmas Santa Paws photobooth with our professional photographer elf. All dogs belong on Father Christmas' nice list. All proceeds go directly into supporting our charity, and the heritage regeneration work that we do here at Middleport Pottery, and across Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets: https://re-form.org/heritage-buildings/middleport-pottery/whats-on/

31/10/2026

Happy Halloween!
When visiting The Packing House Café why not treat yourself to one of our Autumn Drinks. We have: Pumpkin Spice Latte, White Chocolate Mocha, Honeycomb Hot Chocolate, Toasted Marshmallow Hot Chocolate and a selection of Seasonal Teas
You can also treat the kid’s to a Hot Chocolate &Chocolate Caramel Crispie (available until 1st November)

31/10/2026

ON NOW!
24th October to 1st November
Kid’s Halloween Ghost Trail
10am to 3pm
Tickets: £3
Our little ghosts have hidden themselves all around our site, can you find them all and claim your spooky treat? Collect your guide from Visitor Reception and get ghost hunting!
Adult supervision is required, but adults do not need a separate ticket.
Tickets: https://re-form.org/heritage-buildings/middleport-pottery/whats-on/

30/10/2026

ON SALE NOW!
MIDDLEPORT POTTERY 2027 CHARITY CALENDAR
Price: £6
Our charity calendar is now on sale in The Packing House Café and at The Visitor Desk.
This calendar is thanks to all our amazing photography competition winners and our sponsors Sydney Heath and Son, Pastel Harrison Carloss, Brown Recycling, 6 Towns Radio and Myers & Co Solicitors.
100% of money raised will help maintain Middleport Pottery for generations to come

30/10/2026

14th November
Middleport Pottery Christmas Festival in partnership with Steelite International
12 noon to 8pm
Tickets: £6 (10 years to Adults), Under 10s - FREE
Start your countdown to Christmas by joining us for a magical day of festive celebrations. See our iconic site come to life with our festive lights, purchase some locally made Christmas gifts from Castle Artisan Market traders, Canadian Pine Co, Loveknott Creations, Alex Allday Ceramics, Potteries Images, Burslem Pottery, Burleigh Shop, Middleport Pottery Gift Shop, Muddy Publishing, Gilders Wheel Gallery, Betty & Grace Crafty Circle Workshops & Giftware and Darwin’s Grooming & Training. Enjoy a tasty treat or something to drink from The Packing House Café, SIPs Mobile Bar and onsite food venders.
Entertainment from: Rock Choir, 6Towns Radio, North Staffs Accordion Band, Koogie the Draft Horse and “Dress Like a Potter” & “Lino Printing” by Muddy Publishing.
DON’T MISS – Father Christmas & Mary Christmas arriving on Narrowboat “Dane” with opportunities for kids to get their photographs taken with them.
Free parking on Steelite International Orme Street Car Park
This event is also sponsored by: HOBB Computer Services Ltd. Rafferty Steeplejacks, Hanley Economic Building Society and Brown Recycling
Tickets: https://re-form.org/heritage-buildings/middleport-pottery/whats-on/

30/10/2026

Join Our Creative Community!
Do you own a creative workshop/business and want to be part of our established community of creatives here at Middleport Pottery? We have opportunities to rent some of our units at our award-winning site. To register your interest or to arrange a viewing of the available units please email [email protected]

30/10/2026

TOMORROW – HAVE YOU GOT YOUR TICKET?
31st October
Halloween Theatre Night – A Fright in the Museum
Arrive: 6pm, Start 7pm
Tickets: £18
We are bringing the dead to life for a special instalment of our popular Don't Go Into The Cellar theatre nights! For one night only, spend Halloween in the presence of vampires, ghouls & Egyptian mummies in this one-man theatre show, written and performed by Jonathan Goodwin, and adapted from classic terror tales by H.P. Lovecraft & others.
Tickets: https://re-form.org/heritage-buildings/middleport-pottery/whats-on/

29/10/2026

28th & 29th November and 5th, 6th, 12th & 13th December
Middleport Artisan Christmas Markets
10am to 4pm
Free Event
Find unique Christmas gifts from local artisan traders. From tasty treats to creative creations our indoor market has something for everyone. Then why not explore the independent traders on Port Street Range & Harper Street, visit the Burleigh shop and enjoy something to eat at The Packing House Café.

29/10/2026

21st November
Christmas Wreath Workshop
10am or 1.30pm
Tickets: £45
Design and create your own Christmas Wreath using fresh Christmas foliage, such as spruce, holly, and pine, accompanied with scented decorations and gorgeous ribbon.
Your instructor, Ginty, will be on hand to guide you through the process so you leave the workshop with a beautiful handmade wreath to hang on your door. Refreshments will be included.
Tickets: https://re-form.org/heritage-buildings/middleport-pottery/whats-on/

Address

Port Street, Middleport
Stoke-on-Trent
ST63PE

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+441782499766

Website

https://re-form.org/heritage-buildings/middleport-pottery/

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