Staffordshire (including Cannock Chase, East Staffordshire, Lichfield, Newcastle-under-Lyme, South Staffordshire, Stafford, Staffordshire Moorlands, Stoke-on-Trent and Tamworth)It has a population of around 1,097,000 and covers approximately 271,000 hectares. Here is a list of nearby or neighbouring counties: Cheshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Shropshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands.
Staffordshire became famous during the 18th and 19th centuries for the production of pottery, as well as innovations in some of the processes used, leading to the towns involved being called collectively the Potteries. Among the famous names that emerged during this period were Wedgwood, Aynsley, Doulton and Spode, whose work is highly valued, with early examples appearing in many museum collections. People had long used the areas red clay soil to earn money as potters, but improving transport links enabled them to begin using white clay from areas such as Devon and Cornwall and to sell their work more widely. Staffordshire continues to export locally made ceramics including plates, vases, tiles and tableware around the world. Performing arts venues in Staffordshire include Stafford Gatehouse Theatre, Victoria Hall in Stoke-on-Trent, the New Vic Theatre in Newcastle-under-Lyme and the Regent Theatre in Stoke-on-Trent.
The county town of Staffordshire is Stafford, where you can visit the Ancient High House, a timber framed Tudor town house which is the largest such property in the country and is now a museum with period furnishings and exhibits. The Gladstone Pottery Museum is the countries only remaining complete pottery factory from the Victorian period and visitors can learn how pottery was made. The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery in Hanley has on display thousands of pieces of Staffordshire pottery and provides an opportunity to learn about the history of the Potteries, as well as seeing exhibits of decorative and fine arts. Other attractions in Staffordshire include Tamworth Castle, Wedgwood Museum in Barlaston, Lichfield Cathedral, Apedale Heritage Centre, the ruins of Stafford Castle, Trentham Gardens in Stoke-on-Trent and Cannock Chase near Stafford.
Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire
At nowthatsgood.store we have a unit at an enterprise centre in Newcastle under lyme. We are busy making an array of wooden crafts and ...
Tamworth, Staffordshire
Butcher, Baker or Candlestick Maker...What did your ancestors do for a living? Where were they born? How old were they when they married? ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
My business started off as a hobby it has been a passion of mine since I was at school and now I would like to share it by producing items ...
Rugeley, Staffordshire
I have stumbled across chainmaille jewellery about 4 years ago and have never looked back since. How I make it: I buy different size ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
I started off by making curtains for myself and dolls clothing for my daughters dolls and have gone on from there. I now own 4 machines ...
Burntwood, Staffordshire
AUTA AFRICA CRAFTS was founded by mainly with the aim of promoting talented artisans both men and women from Kenya by getting their work ...
Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
I design and make individual greeting cards for all occasions using original art work and poetry, My speciality is the Fairies of Bendibrook ...
Fradley, Staffordshire
I make handmade cushion from home using patchwork and quality fabric. I will also take orders and make what you would like. My website ...
Wolverhampton, Staffordshire
Skorkart is the artistic services of Katharine Skorka. Katharine offers beautiful pet portraits, Wildlife art, wall murals, greetings cards ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
Handcrafted bespoke jewellery and wedding accessories custom made items, designed for your individual style and budget, what you want, ...
Burntwood, Staffordshire
Handcrafted candles using upcycled and recycled materials. Born from a love of vintage items, candles and essential oils,
Stafford, Staffordshire
Turn your photos and precious memories into a beautiful piece of embroidered art that I am sure you will agree is unique! Ever since I ...
Tamworth, Staffordshire
Hello, I’m David Most of my career had no connection with art , but I have always been interested, so some years ago I had the freedom ...
Burton On Trent, Staffordshire
Handmade by Zena, does an assortment of handmade gifts and most can be personalised to your choice. Each item is individual and you will ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
Hand made cards and gifts personalised for you on request. Hand made jewellery with semi precious stones also a variety of jewellery made ...
Burton on Trent, Staffordshire
A family business (more like a side hustle). We produce high-quality soy wax candles only in small batches. Our soy candles use only ...
Tamworth, Staffordshire
An independent trader based in Tamworth, Staffordshire specializing in creating bespoke deluxe chocolate bouquet gifts. Our handcrafted ...
Gnosall, Staffordshire
I have been a crafter for many years and specify in decoupage designs on wooden boxes all types of glass objects all items made are one ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
We hand make beautiful bespoke gifts and hampers and floral gifts. Our business is family run and we take great pride in our products. ...
Tamworth, Staffordshire
I make skull moulding in plaster paris or resin..I do ornaments.keyrings.magnets.plaques.and jewelry.all painted to order..very unique ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
mirrors with original surround decoration, decorated with a variety of options, ie:glass cabachons, polymer clay, home made items, mosaics. ...
Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire
DeerTree is a small artist owned and artist run online gift shop. We specialise in creating a range of unique gifts and cards for any ...
Tamworth, Staffordshire
In my little studio I paint my beloved watercolours. A lot of love goes into each one. I paint lots of my favourite subject “animals” ...
Cannock, Staffordshire
Tinkertaylor is the name I use to cover a lot of crafting activities, I have trained and worked in art and design for the last 30 years ...
Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
A family business , taking inspiration from a toy bed made 50 years ago still being played with today . We have taken the simplicity of ...
Glascote Tamworth, Staffordshire
Innovative and hand produced papercrafts that are beautiful to the eye and will add a special feature to anyones home. Also worked with ...
Brereton, Staffordshire
A mixture of artwork including fabric art, acrylic paint work, assemblage and general mixed media work.
Rugeley, Staffordshire
We make knitted, crochet and fabric goods, mainly clothing for babies and toddlers at affordable price as well as dolls clothes and novelty ...
Burntwood, Staffordshire
So we set out to create FASHIONABLE beautifully knitted garments, hats, scarfs, ponchos using beautiful wools, in vibrant colours. Every ...
Stoke on trent, Staffordshire
Having been a knitter for 48 years I have searched for a product which would save time when planning the knitting of a new project. When ...
Cannock, Staffordshire
Wherever you live, you will always learn something new and surprising on a Treasure Trail. Start by choosing a theme: will you solve a ...
Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire
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Stafford, Staffordshire
At the moment l am making a rag doll copy of my work collegue on her wedding day . She very kindly gave me her wedding dress to recycle ...
Rugeley, Staffordshire
As the festive season is approaching, Ive been making some chainmaille snowflakes
Rugeley, Staffordshire
Ive been hosting chainmaille jewellery making lessons in Rugeley town sentre £20
Fradley, Staffordshire
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my blog. I am extremely new to this but wanted to give you an insite into how I created ...
Fradley, Staffordshire
Hello and thank you for taking the time to read my blog. I am extremely new to this but wanted to give you an insite into how I created ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
I make bespoke bunting and cushions any size shape or colour you require orders are taken and I can personalize with names or appliques ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
I attended my first craft market on Saturday 20th since I started my business it was a good experience even though the day was very quite ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
I have made a wall caddy for the green house or shed to keep small tools, gloves and seeds in, its quite frustrating when you put something ...
Stafford, Staffordshire
I first learned how to sew at the age of 11ys at school, I made a flowered shirt dress for myself and an identical one for my friend Gillian, ...
Rugeley, Staffordshire
I will be in Lichfield Guild Hall on Saturday 9th of May
Rugeley, Staffordshire
One more craft fair left to do this year. 20th Dec
Rugeley, Staffordshire
Recently I have been making jump rings for my jewellery. There is a lot to make so I can create beautiful items for up coming craft fair ...
Rugeley, Staffordshire
Ive created 6 pairs of earrings today. This is new design. I will sell them at £3.00 a pair at December Craft Show in Lichfield
Rugeley, Staffordshire
Recently Ive made dragons eye pendant which you can see in my current profile picture. It can be made in 3 sizes 3, 5 and 7cm in diam ...
(Born 1939 in Staffordshire), Photography
Patrick Anson was the 5th Earl of Lichfield. He became one of the most famous photographers of the 20th century.
(Born 1902 in Stoke-On-Trent in Staffordshire), Pottery and ceramics
Known as a prolific ceramic designer famous for her work on pottery which was produced in the Stoke-On-Trent pottery industries. Her work is sought after and valued by pottery collectors.
(Born 1899 in Tunstall in Staffordshire), Pottery and ceramics
Known as a ceramic artist starting her career in the pottery industry at the age of 13. She produced artistic ceramics and was popular with the public and royalty.
(Born 1780 in Lichfield in Staffordshire), Illustration
Salt was the secretary and draftsman for George,Viscount Valentia on his journeys. His drawing from their journeys were later used in Valentias Voyages and Travels to India.
(Born 1730 in Burlslem in Staffordshire), Pottery and ceramics
Josiah Wedgewood started his long career in his family pottery at the age of nine. He set up his own pottery works in Burslem and during his career developed revolutionary materials, notably basalt and jasperware. In 1771 he built a factory called Etruria and in 1782 this was the first factory to install a steam-powered engine.