Ceramic Makers’ Market returns to Gladstone Pottery Museum
Gladstone Pottery Museum will throw open its doors for free as it welcomes back its popular Ceramic Makers’ Market.
The event – which takes place on Saturday 15 November – will bring together more than 60 ceramic artists and makers from across the country, offering visitors the chance to browse and buy handmade ceramics in the heart of the Potteries.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the museum’s historic collections alongside the market. Pieces on sale will include tableware, tiles, sculpture and studio art, with a mix of established names and emerging talent from across the UK.
The line-up includes local favourites and familiar faces from Channel 4’s The Great Pottery Throw Down, with past contestants Jonathan Jolly and Dan Sandham among those showcasing their work.
The event forms part of Stoke-on-Trent’s Centenary celebrations, marking 100 years of city status and celebrating the creativity, skill and innovation that continue to define the world capital of ceramics.
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Councillor Jane Ashworth, leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, said: “This year marks 100 years of our city, and the Ceramic Makers’ Market is the perfect way to celebrate.
“It brings together the incredible talent that has always made Stoke-on-Trent a centre for ceramics, while shining a light on the next generation of makers. It’s a chance to enjoy our heritage, meet the artists and take home something truly special.
“With Christmas just around the corner, it’s also the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts. Events like this showcase the skill, creativity and innovation that continue to thrive in our city.”
The museum and market will be open from 11am to 4pm.
The Ceramic Makers’ Market is part of a wider programme celebrating Stoke-on-Trent’s world-famous ceramics industry, past, present and future. Other highlights include the Legacy and Continuity: International Ceramic Symposium, a free two-day event on 21–22 November at Stoke Town Hall and Spode Museum.
Spode is also hosting the Willow Pattern: Ceramics and Stories of ‘Other’ exhibition, exploring the global influences behind the celebrated design, which runs until 29 March 2026.
