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Pottery Works, Stoke on Trent
Filename: 384378.jpg
Size: 3071 x 2047 (7.7MB)
Date: 25th July 2001
Source: Historic England
Credit: Images of England
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
© Brian Peach LRPS Source: Images of England
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Pottery Works, Stoke on Trent
Main range of pottery works, now visitor centre and factory shop. IoE 384378
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Media ID 425284
© Brian Peach LRPS Source: Images of England
Brick Industrial Listed Urban Victorian Staffordshire
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph by Brian Peach LRPS, the grandeur of Pottery Works in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, is captured in all its Victorian industrial glory. The brick facade, adorned with intricate patterns and ornate details, stands as a testament to the rich history of the region's pottery industry. The main range of buildings, now transformed into a visitor centre and factory shop, once housed the heart of the production process. The towering chimney stack in the background, a symbol of the industrial revolution, once belched out smoke from the bottle kilns within, signaling the creation of countless ceramic pieces. The urban landscape surrounding the Pottery Works is a blend of old and new, with modern structures juxtaposed against the historic brickwork. The listed buildings, steeped in history and tradition, remain an integral part of the community, drawing visitors from near and far to explore their past. The intricate details of the Pottery Works, from the arched windows to the decorative friezes, are a testament to the craftsmanship and artistry that once thrived within these walls. The brickwork, weathered by time and the elements, bears the scars of a bygone era, yet retains an undeniable charm and allure. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the industrial heritage that shaped Stoke-on-Trent and the Staffordshire region. It invites us to reflect on the past, appreciate the beauty of the present, and imagine the possibilities of the future. The Pottery Works, with its Victorian charm and industrial might, continues to stand as a symbol of the region's rich history and enduring spirit.
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