Join us for August's History Walk. Sutherland Road in Longton is/was reknowned as one of the city's premier locations for pottery works. Mervyn Edwards will guide you through it's history.
Our History Walks and Talks program has now ended. We may restart it in future.
Led by local historian, Mervyn Edwards, our History Walks and Talks are an engaging,entertaining and active way to learn about the rich heritage of our local area.
From April to September inclusive, walks take place on a level route for accessibilty reasons. Usually lasting between 45 & 60 minutes with stops at points of interest. There is usually an opportunity to socialise at local establishments afterwards.
From October to March inclusive, talks take place at The Victoria Lounge, Hanley (formerly Reardon's Snooker Hall). There is plenty of scope for socialising afterwards. Many stay for refreshemnts in The Victoria Lounge or there are plenty of places nearby. It is close the bus station and a car park is opposite in John Street.
Price is £4 per person with no booking required - Cash only please.
Join us for August's History Walk. Sutherland Road in Longton is/was reknowned as one of the city's premier locations for pottery works. Mervyn Edwards will guide you through it's history.
Join Mervyn Edwards on our 1st History Walk of the season. Held in The Memorial Gardens in Tunstall, it is sure to be informative.
Do join us!
Join us for an Ale Odyssey. A talk about The Potteries pub heritage. Unfortunately many have been lost but there are still plenty of great ones around.
Held at The Victoria Lounge - Reardon's, they have some excellent ales on the bar. Hot and cold drinks also available. They also serve food.
Another thoroughly entertaining and insightful talk. Delivered and presented by local historian Mervyn Edwards in his inimitable style
Our first History Talk of 2025. produced and presented by Mervyn Edwards takes a look back a the many lost buildings of Hanley.
The old indoor market where The Potteries Centre now stands and the gothic-style public baths that were situated adjacent to the Town Hall and Victoria Hall.
Do join us!
Join us for a talk about one of Stoke-on-Trent's many churches.
Produced and presented by local historian Mervyn Edwards, they are always entertaining and interesting.
Join us for a talk produced and presented by Mervyn Edwards about one one Stoke-on-Trent's finest. Josiah Wedgewood - a pioneer in ceramics and business.
Join us at The Victoria Lounge, Hanley for our first History Talk of the season.
Presented and produced by local historian Mervyn Edwards, these are always popular and entertaining.
Details of September's History Walk around Wolstanton Marsh.
Always well attended. Very informative.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Join us for a fascinating walk around Tunstall. Produced and led by well-known local historian Mervyn Edwards.
We look forward to welcoming you.
