What are the opening hours for Spode Museum?

Contact Spode Museum directly for current opening hours and admission information.

How do I get to Spode Museum?

Spode Museum is located at Spode Museum Trust Heritage Centre, Elenora Street, Shelton, Stoke, Stoke-on-Trent, England, ST4 1AL, United Kingdom. You'll find it on the factory grounds in Stoke – it's compact, so an hour is plenty. Definitely time your visit to catch one of the live painting demos; they're free and happen throughout the day.

Spode Museum

Name: Spode Museum
Address: Spode Works, Elenora St, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 1QD, United Kingdom, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 1AL, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1782 411421
Rating: 4.5

★★★★★ 4.5/5 (5,216 reviews) Excellent

About This Museum

Tucked away within the historic Spode Works, this little museum feels like stepping directly into the heart of British pottery history. I was immediately struck by the sheer elegance of the iconic blue and white 'Willow Pattern' pieces, displayed alongside vibrant, almost whimsical, polychrome game birds. The air hums with a quiet industry, punctuated by the gentle scratch of brushes from the on-site painting demonstrations. It’s a wonderfully intimate experience that connects you to the living craft, not just the finished objects.

Collection Highlights

The star exhibits are undoubtedly the pristine examples of Spode's bone china and their famous Blue Italian ware. Seeing a painter meticulously hand-gilding a plate with real gold leaf right in front of you is absolutely mesmerizing and a highlight you won't forget.

Visitor Information

You'll find it on the factory grounds in Stoke – it's compact, so an hour is plenty. Definitely time your visit to catch one of the live painting demos; they're free and happen throughout the day.

Architecture & Building

It's housed right in the original red-brick Spode factory buildings, a proper Georgian-era industrial complex that feels authentically worn-in and full of character.