Bedsearcher's Guide to Poole Pottery

Poole Pottery

Poole, in Dorset, due to the abundance locally of good red clay, had long been a centre for the making of pottery when Jesse Carter bought James Walker's tile manufacturing company in 1873. Poole Pottery continues to flourish and to produce wares that are right for the time. There is a thriving collectors' club, and interest does not flag.

Hotels near Poole Pottery

There are many hotels near Poole Pottery which can be booked online through Bedsearcher. The Poole Pottery hotels vary in price and quality, ranging from unrated but still pleasant budget Poole Pottery UK hotels to five star luxury Poole Pottery UK hotels. Poole Pottery hotels leave you excellently placed for a day at Poole Pottery and where you can really explore the area. Poole Pottery UK hotels can be found often within walking distance of Poole Pottery and hotels a little further away from Poole Pottery are ideal as a base for touring the entire area. Many Poole Potterys hotels offer parking and a range of other facilities, including many Poole Pottery hotels with leisure facilities, ensuite rooms, babysitting services and restaurants. There are many cheap and expensive hotels near Poole Pottery and these are ideal for a relaxing retreat or an overnight stay before or after visiting Poole Pottery. Booking in advance is advisable in many Poole Pottery UK hotels as they are very popular due to their proximity to Poole Pottery although some hotels near Poole Pottery will have spaces if you're visiting during the quiet season. There are many hotels near Poole Pottery and many of these can be booked directly through Bedsearcher.

How to get to Poole Pottery

Poole Pottery's factory and offices are based in the heart of Poole in Dorset with a shop on The Quay in Poole.

Opening Times

Factory Visits are run throughout the year where you can see the pottery being made. Call the factory for visiting times.

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