Ceramic City Stories

Bennett also wrote, ‘to understand the Potteries it is necessary to dip into geology and geography… Some day the Potteries will awake even to the importance of technical education and the importance of its staple trade [of ceramics] - and then miracles will be seen in the land.’

Arnold Bennett (1911): ‘The Potteries is the Potteries because on that precise spot of the surface of the British Empire there were deposits of clay and quick-burning coal close to the surface. If this was not an invitation on the part of Nature to make pots, what was it?’

Serendipitous meetings in Winkhill Mill always unearth fascinating ceramic connections. An unequivocally, passionate investigator of Glasgow’s potteries past, it was great to hear about your current work, Ruth. Very much looking forward to visiting the Kelpies’ cousin, Beithir.

As ever, Danny, your collaborative work brought so many fascinating people together in Winkhill Mill to talk about their varied, eclectic ceramics projects and interests. Last night provided further insights into more shared stories, pottery celebrations and place connections. 🙏

#SharedStories #CeramicsConnections happens when two guys with a common interest come together to celebrate the past and look to the future. Take a bow Danny and Craig. @potteriestiles @welbyandwright 📸Jerome Whittingham

Another wonderful evening of #CeramicsConnections #SharedStories and even a couple of glasses of red wine. Good to meet @RuthImpey, catch up with Danny Callaghan, Craig Peebles and lots of Stokie creatives to talk about future projects. @potteriestiles @welbyandwright