about burslem arts

The Burslem Arts was an idea conceived in 2006 by the Burslem Arts Festival Group which run a twice yearly Arts Festival in the heritage setting that is Burslem Town Centre.

A location was found and a strong supporter of the local arts festival Moorcroft Pottery offered to support the 2 years rent for the shop. Our sincere and heart felt thanks go out to Moorcroft for helping to secure the grounding of this project.

The shop opened in April 2006 when artists were invited from the local area to sell their work through the shop and volunteer artists offered to work from and open the shop. Once enough support, quality items and time cover was found the shop had its official launch on the 19th October 2007 when it was announced as fully open to the public.

In 2010 the project as a shop concluded and we thanks all of the artists, coordinators and volunteers for all the invaluable time that they contributed. The great news is that a number of creative and arts themed business has grown in Burslem cementing the towns identity as a creative space in North Staffordshire.

The Burslem Arts brand is now used to help promote the creative identity of Burslem. This site promotes and links to all the creativeoutlets in Burslem and helps you to plan a creative days out in Burslem.

For the latest news and updates on what is happening in Burslem including festivals and events please visit www.visitburslem.co.uk

Amanda Bromley
Burslem Arts Festival Group Chair (2004 to 2007)

Last updated : 20th October 2010

Burslem Based Art Outlets where you can buy art in Burslem include:

Barewall - Original Art, Limited Edition Prints, Ceramics and Framing
includes active online whebsite which sells globally. See barewall.co.uk

Artwaves - Gallery / Exhibition and Studio Space see www.artwaves.org.uk

The Burslem School of Art - Exhibition space see www.burslemschoolofart.com