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Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding North Staffordshire countryside offer a varied selection of walks, from historic canals and peaceful lakes to woodland trails and wildlife-rich country parks. These routes provide a great way to explore the area's industrial heritage, green spaces and quieter corners.

As the evenings draw in, autumn in Stoke-on-Trent is a brilliant time to visit. As the home of British ceramics and a World Craft City, the Potteries has plenty of ways to get creative, get cosy and get out of the house. This year's programme includes pumpkin painting, a brand-new ceramic fair, cult film screenings, Stoke’s newest book festival, Halloween theatre and some of the most characterful tearooms in Staffordshire.

Following her success on Interior Design Masters, Sophie Newlands has become known for her bold, maximalist style. But behind the striking designs is a proud Stokie whose roots in Stoke-on-Trent continue to inspire her creativity.

We have got you covered with a guide to the festivals and markets in Stoke-on-Trent this Spring.

As we get closer to Christmas, you may be curious about any opportunities to see Santa. We have done the hard work and listed Santa Experiences in Stoke-on-Trent to make your Christmas extra magical this year!

Explore trails and discover areas you may have never known existed. You will have the opportunity to go on different walks, one walk follows the route of the former branch line to Trentham Gardens. It carried visitors from 1910, but during World War II, vital to the war effort, it carried millions of cheques to the Central Clearing House, located in the ballroom in the gardens.

Fenton Town Hall, Stoke-on-Trent | March 20th – 23rd, 2025

Bernadette and Other Teenage Folk Tales is a surreal exploration of adolescence, folklore, and the stories we tell to survive the dark corners of growing up. Spoken word, movement, live music and animation combine to create new worlds where the boundaries between myth and reality blur.

Stoke-on-Trent is turning 100! In 2025, we'll celebrate a century since the city received its well-deserved status, honouring the rich history, vibrant culture, and unique identity that have made Stoke-on-Trent a global name.

Five unique projects to bring Stoke-on-Trent's new heritage trail to life through different experiences have been announced.

Stoke-on-Trent has been awarded World Craft City status, catapulting the City - known as the potteries - onto the global stage.