Wedgwood MuseumWedgwood Museum

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Enjoy the past, buy the present and treasure the experience. Wedgwood is a name recognised instantly around the world. Josiah Wedgwood, the 'Father of English Potters', founded the company in 1759. The Wedgwood Visitor Centre and Museum offers a unique chance to immerse yourself in the heritage of Britain's greatest ceramics company.

The award winning facilities combine 250 years of history, craftsmanship and creativity into a rich experience that all ages can enjoy including a crafts skills demonstration area, stunning museum galleries, a fine art collection, excellent shopping facilities and superb restaurants.

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Cash Point Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for conferencing Facilities for corporate hospitality Facilities for groups Facilities for educational visits Gift shop On-site catering Postbox Public toilets Wheelchairs available Children welcomeDisabled accessDogs not accepted (except guidedogs)Facilities for hearing impairedFacilities for visually impairedSmoking not allowed

Prices


Adult £6, Children (5-16) £4.50, Concessions £5, Family (2 adults & 4 children) £18
Group Adult £4, Group Concessions £3.50 (12 minimum)

Wedgwood Museum and Wedgwood Visitor Centre joint tickets - Adults £9.50, Concessions £7.00, Family (2 adults & 4 children) £32.00.

Opening details

Season Dates and Opening Hours
Season Dates Opening Hours
Mon 4 Jan 2010 - Thu 23 Dec 2010 Mon - Fri 09:00 to 17:00 | Sat - Sun 10:00 to 17:00
   
Exterior of Museum
Wedgwood Museum Exterior
 
 

Contact

Mrs June Bonell
Tel: 01782 371900
View the Wedgwood Museum websitewww.wedgwoodmuseum.org
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Venue

Wedgwood Museum

Wedgwood Drive, Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST12 9ER

View the Wedgwood Museum websitewww.wedgwoodmuseum.org.uk

52.954562,-2.166653See location on Multimap

Map reference: SJ 889397


From the M6 follow the A34, southbound from Junction 15 or northbound from Junction 14. From the M1 leave the motorway at Junction 24 and take the A50 towards Stoke-on-Trent. In all cases follow the brown and white signs.
If you are using a satnav the postcode will take you to a variety of different places - if you enter ST12 9FA your satnav will bring you t the edge of the Wedgwood Estate.

Bus services 350 or X1 every 60 minutes.

Parking : free

Nearest station : 5 miles from Stoke-on-Trent station

Also at this venue

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Events at this venue

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date event
Fri 10 Sep 2010 - Thu 23 Dec 2010 A Very Wonderful Englishman
Sun 12 Sep 2010 Wedgwood & Tea
Thu 7 Oct 2010 Godfrey & Hope Wedgwood. The Artistic Heritage
Sun 5 Dec 2010 Christmas with the Wedgwoods

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Is flat (i.e. without steps)

Entrance

  • Entrance is well lit
  • Automatic door at the main entrance

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children

General

  • Hearing loop system
  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system