Things to do in Stoke-on-Trent, England: The Best Tours

May 30, 2021 Agatha Simes

Stoke-on-Trent (/stoʊk ɒn trɛnt/ ( listen); often abbreviated to Stoke) is a city and unitary authority area in Staffordshire, England, with an area of 36 square miles (93 km). Together with the neighbouring boroughs of Newcastle-under-Lyme and Staffordshire Moorlands, it is part of North Staffordshire. In 2016, the city had a population of 261,302.
Restaurants in Stoke-on-Trent

1. 3xP Tours Limited

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Personalised luxury tours of attractions across North West England and West Midlands. Ideally suits groups of four to eight persons. We create memorable experiences with a friendly and knowledgeable approach. Tours are themed by scenery, cities, heritage and coast. We have set tours and also delight in tailoring a tour to suit the group. Prices typically range from £30 per person to £69 for a great day out with commentary, support and guidance throughout the day, and door to door transport in a luxury vehicle.

2. Stoke Tours

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Stoke Tours

Explore the industrial city of Stoke-on-Trent, six towns which make up the globally-respected home of ceramics. Be escorted with your own personal guide to drive you from location to location. Historical architecture, pottery factories and birthplaces of the famous including Josiah Wedgwood, Sir Stanley Matthews and Robbie Williams.

3. Trentham Treetop Adventures

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Trentham Treetop Adventures

Are you ready to hit the heights of the treetops? Our Treetop Adventure Course, located on the Trentham Estate, is the ultimate test of coordination, balance and determination. Get your adrenaline pumping as you make your way through a treetop course taking on challenging network of rope bridges, balancing poles and daring crossings. Things to consider: - Our minimum age for this course is 6 years old and any participant under 1.4m (4ft7) must be accompanied by an adult. - We advise to give yourself up to 1 hour to complete our course. - Child tickets are valid up to 16 & adult tickets are for 16+. Due to the nature of our activities you may get a little bit dirty due to different weather conditions and the obstacles, please dress accordingly and wear something a little older you don't mind getting wet and/or dirty. Gloves are recommended. Please check our website for the latest times and to book activities!

4. Gin Jamboree Distillery & Gin School

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Gin Jamboree Distillery & Gin School

The Gin Jamboree Distillery & Gin School is the home of all things Gin, in the wonderful setting of a newly renovated old Victorian school building. Much more than just a distillery, we are a Bottle Shop and Bar with regular tasting events, pop-up dining experiences and, of course, Gin School days where you can make your own gin!

5. Middleport Pottery

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Middleport Pottery

Middleport Pottery Home of Burleigh is a unique visitor attraction. We are open to the public and have a whole host of things to see and do. -Burleigh Factory Shop Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm/Sun 10am-4pm -Middleport Visitor Centre Open Tues-Sun 10am-4pm -Cafe Open Mon-Sun 9am-4pm (Service ends at 3.30pm) -Factory Tours Tues-Thurs at 11am and 2pm, and Fri at 10.30am (all guided tours must be pre-booked) On arriving at the visitor centre reception situated in the old lodge you can collect a map designed to guide you through areas of the factory that bring to life the history of the building and the people behind the pottery itself. Enjoy tea and cake on the canal side in the cafe. Understand the whole production process on one of the pre-booked guided tours. Then finish the day off with a visit to the Burleigh factory shop, where we have a wide range of handcrafted pottery. The Prince's Regeneration Trust raised £8.5 million to purchase the Middleport Pottery site and to carry out restoration work which prevented existing jobs and skills from being lost from the area and will ensure the future of this unique site. The funding came from a range of sources including the Regional Growth Fund, Heritage Lottery Fund, English Heritage and European Regional Development Fund as well as from private donors, Stoke-On-Trent City Council has been a key partner in the project. Middleport Pottery continues to be the 'Home of Burleigh'; the pottery business which occupies approximately half the site. Burleigh is now owned by Denby Holdings and they continue to produce beautiful ware in the building which has been their home since it was built in 1888. Opened in 2014 Middleport Pottery features a visitor's centre, Tearoom, Middleport Studios, Burleigh Factory Shop, Exhibitions and fully restored Steam Engine.

6. Emma Bridgewater Factory

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Emma Bridgewater Factory

The Emma Bridgewater factory lies in the heart of the historic Stoke Potteries region, in a sunny Victorian factory on the banks of the Caldon Canal. Join us on a factory tour, try your hand at decorating a piece of your very own unique pottery, relax for lunch in our beautiful cafe, or enjoy an afternoon in the garden behind the factory. We’ve got a gorgeous factory shop, full of your favourite pieces and a lovely gift shop selling our newest designs. The factory opens its doors for guided tours every Monday to Friday. Visit our website to make on-line bookings and for the latest event information (booking required for tours, decroating studio sessions and afternoon teas).

7. Stanley Head Outdoor Education Centre

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Stanley Head is an outdoor education centre based just outside the Peak District that caters for residential groups and day visitors. Clients include schools, colleges, universities, birthday parties, stag and hen parties, youth and community groups, and more. Activities include High Ropes Course, Climbing, Abseiling, Caving, Canoeing, Kayaking, Archery, Rifle Shooting, Mountain Biking, Bushcraft and Survival Skills, Crate Stacking, Orienteering, Mountain Walking and much more. The Centre offers a wide range of support to Educational establishments ranging from Reception to Degree Level. Our programmes are bespoke to suit the needs and budgets of the clients so please get in touch if you would like to discuss a booking.

8. CONNECTIONZ Mobile Phone Solutions

CONNECTIONZ Mobile Phone Solutions

We specialise in the retail of new and used mobile phones and other devices. Buy Sell Exchange - Unlocking - Wide range of Accessories. Whether you're looking to buy or sell your device or just looking for some much needed accessories. We also provide unlocking of phones. 10 years experience in mobile phone retail so rest assured we are offering an honest reliable and trustworthy service.

9. Heather Middleton and Steven Phipps

Heather Middleton and Steven Phipps

Hi, we are a small family run business offering riding lessons for all ages and abilities whether you are a beginner, loss of confidence or looking to excell further in Horse Riding then give us a call. 07925 330526 or 07391 469820

10. Bemersley pools

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Bemersley pools

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