Two historic terracotta busts rescued from the Wedgwood Institute in Burslem are now on public display at Barewall Art Gallery, allowing visitors to see them for the first time in decades. The sculptures, believed to depict prominent nineteenth-century figures William Woodall and James Maddock, were carefully removed from the Wedgwood Institute during recent safeguarding work […]
The National Memorial Arboretum in Alrewas, Staffordshire, has something for all ages to enjoy during the school Easter holidays. From arts, crafts and music making, to outdoor trails in the 150-acre spring woodland, there is a wide range of free family activities on offer. “Easter is a great chance for families to get outside together
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The New Vic Theatre is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Labhart as the new director of Appetite, the Arts Council England Creative People and Places programme for Stoke-on-Trent. Emily, who will take up her role on Monday 20 April, is a cultural producer and programme leader with more than 12 years’ experience creating
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The New Vic Theatre continues celebrations of its 40th anniversary in 2026 with the announcement of a major autumn season featuring a striking new take on Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet starring Russell Kane as Romeo; the stage premiere of Stoke-on-Trent born Oscar winner Rachel Shenton’s Gladstone Girls, a new play inspired by the Pottery industry;
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The Tawny has become the first hotel in Staffordshire to be awarded three AA Rosettes for its restaurant – The Plumicorn. This prestigious accolade places The Tawny at the forefront of the county’s hospitality and dining scene – recognising exceptional culinary standards and creativity. Set within the rewilded 70-acre estate, The Plumicorn restaurant has earned a
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The pop legends will bring the ultimate House of Fun to Trentham on 21 August, with support from The Coral Trentham Live 2026 is set for a spectacular Friday night on 21 August, as British pop icons Madness are confirmed to headline the much-loved summer concert series at Trentham. Taking place from
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★★★★★ Fawlty Towers – The Play | Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent A riotous, brilliant evening that transported a packed house straight back to 1970s Torquay What a Tuesday night. If you ever needed proof that great comedy is truly timeless, Fawlty Towers – The Play at Stoke’s Regent Theatre provided it in abundance — and then
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Explore, play and blast off with Peppa. A limited-time seasonal experience A brand-new, limited-time seasonal experience is arriving at the NEC this spring, inviting preschoolers and their grown-ups to step into PEPPA PIG’s surroundings for an out-of-this-world adventure in PEPPA PIG Space Adventure. Developed under license from Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy
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The Bootleg Beatles, Noasis, Guns 2 Roses and more take centre stage at Catton Park on Thursday 25 – Sunday 28 June 2026 for a record-breaking celebration of the artists, songs and music that defined eras Replika Festival, Europe’s biggest tribute music festival, has announced plans to attempt an Official Guinness World Record for the
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity is delighted to invite families to its much-loved Easter Eggsperience, returning on Saturday 28th March 2026, bringing springtime magic to the charity’s Cosford airbase and headquarters in Shifnal. Taking place at Airbase Avenue, the Easter Eggsperience will run from 10:00am until 4:00pm, with pre-bookable sessions available at 10:00am, 12:00pm, and 2:00pm.
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