Stoke-on-Trent

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Stoke-on-Trent

The silhouettes of bottle-shaped kilns at sunset create a brooding, dramatic cityscape in this pottery hub near Britain’s largest amusement park.

At the core of Britain’s Industrial Revolution lies the renowned ceramics hub of Stoke-on-Trent. The factories and museums of the Potteries district trace the development of the city, which is today a modern setting with parks and shopping centers. Discover the heart and passion of the local culture with a trip to watch the town’s soccer team at bet365 Stadium, previously known as Britannia Stadium.

The 19th-century Stoke Minster is the crowning jewel of the city center. Look up at the bell tower and enter the church to notice the ceramic tributes to the city’s potters. Visit restaurants and bars and try the local delicacy of Staffordshire oatcake, which resembles a cheesy pancake with a choice of meat.

Since Stoke-on-Trent formed as a fusion of six separate towns, it has several town centers. Travel south to Trentham for the Trentham Monkey Forest and the Trentham Gardens. The vestiges of Trentham Hall overlook the gardens, where a lake, playground and Italian Gardens have plenty of appeal for a fun family excursion.

Head east to Longton for the Longton Exchange and the Longton Park. This district’s highlight is the iconic Gladstone Pottery Museum, whose smoky bricks testify to more than a century of coal-fired pottery production. Observe staff presentations and workshops to learn about the process. Other pottery behemoths in Stoke-on-Trent include the Hanley Potteries Museum and the World of Wedgwood.

Continue east with your family to Alton Towers, Britain’s largest amusement park. Based around the crumbling vestiges of a stately home, the 500-acre (202-hectare) site is split into many lands. Brace yourself for Oblivion’s vertical drop and the corkscrews of Nemesis. Stay at one of the hotels and watch your kids have fun in the water park.

This Staffordshire city stands between Nottingham and Wales in the West Midlands of England. Arrive at the nearby airports of Manchester or Birmingham or take a train from London to arrive here in 90 minutes.

Verdant parks and pottery factories mark the cityscape of Stoke-on-Trent.

DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent
DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent
4 out of 5
Etruria Hall Festival Way, Stoke-on-Trent, England
The price is CA $151 per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
CA $151
CA $181 total
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Jun 19 - Jun 20
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Stoke-on-Trent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
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Holiday Inn Express Stoke On Trent by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Stoke On Trent by IHG
3 out of 5
Stanley Matthews Way, Trentham Lakes, Stoke-on-Trent, England
The price is CA $83 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
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CA $100 total
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Jun 8 - Jun 9
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Stoke-on-Trent. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
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"The staff were excellent and our stay was good. Unfortunately it was a little bit out of our way."

Reviewed on May 20, 2025

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Hilton Garden Inn Stoke on Trent
Hilton Garden Inn Stoke on Trent
3.5 out of 5
Potteries Way Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, England
The price is CA $122 per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
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Jun 1 - Jun 2
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Stoke-on-Trent. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
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Hilton Garden Inn Stoke on Trent
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Couldon Lodge  Double Room 1
Couldon Lodge Double Room 1
3 out of 5
58 Cauldon Rd, Stoke-on-Trent, England
Stay at this apartment in Stoke-on-Trent. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Hanley Park and Stoke-on-Trent Repertory Theatre are located nearby.
6/10 (1 review)
Not as described in the advertisement
"The room was filthy as was the bed I’ve had a terrible rash from bed bugs"

Reviewed on May 13, 2025

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Wood Hus Lodge
Wood Hus Lodge
3 out of 5
21 Woodhouse St, Stoke-on-Trent, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Stoke-on-Trent. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Stoke Minster and Kings Hall are ...
5.4/10 (3 reviews)
"I made a late booking, the hosts were very accommodating throughout the duration of my stay yet. The room gave nice independence. Good WiFi and had everything that I needed. Service was the min"

Reviewed on May 21, 2025

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WoodHus Lodge  Large Double Room 3
WoodHus Lodge Large Double Room 3
3 out of 5
21 Woodhouse St, Stoke-on-Trent, England
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Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2025

WoodHus Lodge Large Double Room 3
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