The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
A warm and friendly welcome awaits at one of Britain's leading museums where the unique combination of 'product and place' is celebrated in its outstanding displays.
With pottery that will win your heart, galleries that win awards and the Spitfire that won a war, nothing can compare with what awaits you at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery:
The world's best collection of Staffordshire ceramics - 'unrivalled on both national and international levels.'
Our Secret Garden - a sensory oasis with plants and fungi to smell and touch.
Explore the wildlife, landscape and geology of the Potteries.
A unique collection of works of art including Picasso, Durer and Degas and national touring shows.
Collections:
The Local History collection promotes a strong sense of identity and place, inspiring pride in the
City as well as celebrating the creativity and achievements of its people.
In recent years, a number of ‘Treasure’ items of national importance have been collected. These
artefacts have been acquired under the legislation of the Treasure Act (1996, revised 2002).
A wide range of material reflecting the cultural, social and economic life of the people of Stoke-on-
Trent is included in the collection. Much of it is of 19th and 20th century in origin, with one or two
earlier objects. Contemporary items from the 21st century are also collected.
VISITORS INFORMATION:
Open: Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 2 - 5pm
Admission: FREE.
The Cafe Museum is adjacent to the Forum Theatre. It serves a wide selection of hot and cold food and beverages, including 'Staffordshire Oatcakes'
Visiting The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Travel back in time and discover the history of the Potteries. See the
World War 2 Spitfire, Ozzy the famous pottery owl and visit our secret garden
By public Transport
Key location points from:
Train station
The nearest train station is Stoke-on-Trent.
Distance from Train Station: Walking 25-30 minutes at a moderate pace 5 Minutes by taxi.
By Bus
Most buses from Stoke on Trent Train Station pass The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
By car
Follow signs for City Centre or Cultural Quarter from A500
Where can I park my car?
The Museum has no on-site parking, however there are many car parks within a short walking distance of the museum and parking meters on Bethesda Street and Warner Street.
By Bike
The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery is conveniently located on National Cycle Network 5 (NCN 5) and cycle parking is located either side of the main entrance to the museum.
On Foot
The Museum can be found in the City Centre’s Cultural Quarter and can be reached from the following locations within:
25-30 Minutes walk from the Train station
5 Minutes walk from Hanley Bus Station
5 Minutes walk from Hanley (City Centre)
Address:
The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Bethesda Street, Cultural Quarter,
Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3DW