Stoke Minster, Medieval church in Stoke-upon-Trent, England.
Stoke Minster is a stone church located on Glebe Street, featuring ceramic memorials and original Minton tiles that lead toward the altar. The building displays crafted details and artistic elements throughout its interior.
The site has hosted continuous Christian worship since 670, when the first wooden church was built, followed by a stone replacement in 805. This unbroken religious continuity makes it one of the region's oldest sacred places.
The church displays marble memorials for important pottery manufacturers like Josiah Wedgwood and members of the Spode family. These monuments tell the story of the craftspeople who shaped this region.
The building is easily accessible with parking available near the entrance for visitors. The interior is open for those who want to explore the stonework and decorative features.
The west tower houses ten bells recast in 1971, alongside a clock bell from 1888, broadcasting musical compositions across the city. This rare mix of modern and historic bells creates a distinctive acoustic legacy.
Location: City of Stoke-on-Trent
Architects: James Trubshaw
Website: http://stokeminster.org
GPS coordinates: 53.00409,-2.18130
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:47
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