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World of Wedgwood

Barlaston, United Kingdom•4.5(1.2k)•Art Gallery, Museum

Explore award-winning ceramic heritage, throw pottery in hands-on studios, and discover the famous Wedgwood collection in this multi-experience destination.

World of Wedgwood is a gold award-winning tourist destination located in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside, home to Stoke-on-Trent's most prestigious pottery brand. Visitors can immerse themselves in the V&A Wedgwood Collection museum, which celebrates ceramic learning and creativity for all ages, and explore the historic Wedgwood Factory through guided tours. The venue offers hands-on Creative Studios where families can experience pottery throwing in the Clay Studio or paint and glaze ceramics in the Decorating Studio. Additional offerings include pottery painting, ceramic courses, and special Potter Tots sessions designed for younger children. The site accommodates ages 0+ and welcomes pushchairs and dogs. Beyond pottery experiences, World of Wedgwood features the Wedgwood Tea Room for dining, multiple retail outlets including the Wedgwood Store, Outlet, and Josiah & Co homeware shop, plus bars and restaurants. The surrounding Wedgwood Estate provides outdoor exploration with acres of winding canals, rolling hills, lakes, and woodland. Booking is required for most activities, and the venue offers free parking with easy access just 10 minutes from the M6.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 17:00
Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in or book in advance

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Wedgwood Tea Room

A tearoom offering breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea service with champagne options

Hours: 10 am-5 pm Monday to Sunday

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4.5(1.2k reviews)
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Linda Hemmings

Linda Hemmings

a month ago

This hour pottery lesson was fabulous, made more fabulous by our kind and caring teacher Katelyn. This was great value for money and two old inexperienced women actually turned out two lovely dishes and pots each. Made us proud. Thank you Katelyn.

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Michelle

Michelle

a month ago

We visited World of Wedgwood for a pottery throw session. It was a great experience. Jade our host was so knowledgeable and patient. We thoroughly enjoyed it and I definitely recommend it. It was so much fun, thank you Jade ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We then had breakfast in the tea room. It was lovely. Food was amazing and all service we received in both the creative studio and tea room as well as reception was exceptional. Thank you for a lovely morning, I highly recommend a visit here.

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Monet Lily

Monet Lily

2 months ago

I spent a wonderful day at the World of Wedgewood. Lunch at Lunar wad great. Perfect Sunday roast with perfect roasted potatoes and sweet carrots and leeks.

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Jennifer Li

Jennifer Li

4 months ago

Had a great time pottery painting with friends. Lindsey was really helpful and engaging, which made the experience even better. The afternoon tea was lovely too , great service and good quality food and tea. It was also nice using the beautiful Wedgwood cups and tableware. Overall a really enjoyable afternoon!

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Bert VH

Bert VH

5 months ago

We had been planning for a long time to visit Wedgwood, coming from Belgium. We made reservations for the V&A collection, the factory visit and afternoon tea. We were blessed to have Penny and Georgina as our guides, who talked with pride and passion about the history of Wedgwood, the products, the many different steps in creation of these works of art and the people behind it. The collection itself is immense and still expanding. The factory tour is very interesting to see and illustrates the craftsmanship needed to make these precious and often times expensive types of stoneware and porcelain. Our afternoon tea was good, with a nice tea selection. The tea-room next to the shop is a good move from a sales perspective, but the atmosphere therefore isn't very romantic. We would like to thank in particular Penny and Georgina and the nice ladies in the shop for their service, hospitality and good spirit!

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026

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This venue was last updated on 7 October 2026

Frequently asked questions about World of Wedgwood

Is World of Wedgwood free to visit?

World of Wedgwood is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

What ages is World of Wedgwood suitable for?

World of Wedgwood is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is World of Wedgwood dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at World of Wedgwood.

Is there parking at World of Wedgwood?

Yes — World of Wedgwood has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at World of Wedgwood?

Yes — Wedgwood Tea Room is on site at World of Wedgwood. A tearoom offering breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea service with champagne options

Is World of Wedgwood pushchair-friendly?

Yes, World of Wedgwood is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at World of Wedgwood?

World of Wedgwood is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to World of Wedgwood by public transport?

World of Wedgwood is well-served by public transport.

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