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Search begins for Stoke-on-Trent's new Poet Laureates

Stoke-on-Trent’s Centenary celebrations have gained fresh momentum with the launch of a citywide search for two new Poet Laureates.

Council to mark World Parkinson’s Day with Centenary event

Stoke-on-Trent is set to host a special event promoting physical activity and offering vital support to those living with Parkinson’s as part of the city’s Centenary celebrations.

Communities to get chance to shine in once-in-a-lifetime People’s Parade

Communities across Stoke-on-Trent are invited to take part in the People’s Parade - a spectacular celebration of Stoke-on-Trent’s past, present, and future.

Throw Down pieces celebrating Stoke-on-Trent to go on display at Gladstone Pottery Museum

Eye-catching ceramics crafted by the potters in episode seven of The Great Pottery Throw Down (Sunday, 16 February) are to go on display at the historic Gladstone Pottery Museum.

People's Parade to form centrepiece of Centenary celebrations thanks to £125,000 funding boost

Stoke-on-Trent’s Centenary celebrations have started with a bang thanks to a £125,000 funding boost from Arts Council England.

Historic Gladstone Pottery Museum will throw open its doors early to mark city Centenary

Gladstone Pottery Museum will reopen to the public in January as part of Stoke-on-Trent's Centenary celebrations.

Stoke-on-Trent kick-starts Centenary event calendar with four music concerts

The first four events have been announced as part of a year-long feast of arts, culture and fun to mark Stoke-on-Trent’s Centenary in 2025.

Students have designs on creating history for Fenton

A new partnership project has been launched with University of Staffordshire, to create a ceremonial mace for Fenton, which will form part of the civic regalia.

Small Community and Heritage Assets Grants Programme to support the city’s heritage

Stoke-on-Trent City Council has launched the Small Community Events and Heritage Assets Grants programme, to support local initiatives that enrich our city’s culture and history.

You are cordially invited to…save the date for the Stoke-on-Trent Celebration Weekend

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is inviting residents, businesses and organisations across the city and beyond to ‘save the date’ for the Stoke-on-Trent celebration weekend.