Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent

Name: Burslem
Address: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

#46 among attractions in Stoke-on-Trent

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Facts and practical information

Burslem is one of the six towns that along with Hanley, Tunstall, Fenton, Longton and Stoke-upon-Trent form part of the city of Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, England. It is often referred to as the "mother town" of Stoke on Trent. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 53°2'41"N, 2°11'34"W

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Burslem SouthStoke-on-Trent United Kingdom

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Burslem – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Waterworld, Westport Lake, Potteries Shopping Centre, Tunstall Town Hall.

1.2 miS
Water park, Amusement park, Swimming
Waterworld, Stoke-on-Trent
31 min walk • Waterworld is a water park located in Festival Park, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England. The park attracts 400,000 visitors per year. The park first opened in 1989 and is generally open year-round, but is closed for a few days of the week during term time.
1.1 miW
Lake
Westport Lake, Stoke-on-Trent
27 min walk • Westport Lake is a lake and local nature reserve in Stoke-on-Trent, in Staffordshire, England, about 0.8 miles south of Tunstall. It is alongside the Trent and Mersey Canal.
1.4 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Potteries Shopping Centre, Stoke-on-Trent
36 min walk • Potteries Shopping Centre is an indoor shopping centre in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, in the Staffordshire Potteries.
1.1 miNW
City hall
Tunstall Town Hall, Stoke-on-Trent
29 min walk • Tunstall Town Hall is a municipal building in the High Street in Tunstall, Staffordshire, England. The structure, which was the meeting place of Tunstall Urban District Council, is a Grade II listed building.
1.2 miNE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Ford Green Hall, Stoke-on-Trent
31 min walk • Ford Green Hall is a Grade II* listed farmhouse and historic house museum in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. The oldest parts of the house date from the late 16th century, with one wing being either added or greatly repaired at some point in the early 18th century.
1.3 miNW
Dancing, Nightlife
Golden Torch, Stoke-on-Trent
32 min walk • The Golden Torch, more commonly known as The Torch, was a nightclub in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, England. Opened as a mod venue, it later became important to fans of Northern soul. Peter Stringfellow was amongst the many DJs who at some time had a residency there.The main Soul...
1.4 miNW
Area
Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent
37 min walk • Tunstall is one of the six towns that, along with Burslem, Longton, Fenton, Hanley and Stoke-upon-Trent, amalgamated to form the City of Stoke-on-Trent in Staffordshire, England. It was one of the original six towns that federated to form the city. Tunstall is the most northern, and fourth largest town of the Potteries.
0.8 miW
Museum, Factory tours, Tours
Middleport Pottery, Stoke-on-Trent
20 min walk • Middleport Pottery was built in 1888 by Burgess & Leigh Ltd. It is located at Middleport, Stoke-on-Trent, England. The buildings, which still house an active pottery, are protected for their historic interest. Middleport Pottery is owned and operated by Re-Form Heritage.
0.8 miW
Park
Longport, Stoke-on-Trent
22 min walk • Longport is an area of Stoke-on-Trent, England. It is the location for Longbridge Hayes industrial estate. Port Vale F.C. played their home games at The Meadows in Limekiln Lane between 1876 and 1881.
1.2 miSE
53°1'45"N • 2°10'47"W
The Dudson Centre, Stoke-on-Trent
31 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
~800 ftW
53°2'43"N • 2°11'47"W
Swan Bank, Stoke-on-Trent
4 min walk • Church

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Burslem?

Nearby attractions include Swan Bank, Stoke-on-Trent (4 min walk), Wedgwood Institute, Stoke-on-Trent (5 min walk), Burslem Park, Stoke-on-Trent (8 min walk), Middleport Pottery, Stoke-on-Trent (20 min walk).

How to get to Burslem by public transport?

The nearest stations to Burslem:

Train

Longport (26 min walk)