Investigation launches into fire at derelict pottery factory in Burslem

More than 30 firefighters were called to the former Wade Ceramics site

Author: Grace O'HarePublished 28th Apr 2025

Fire investigators are due to return to the scene of a derelict pottery factory this morning (28 March), following a large blaze overnight.

The service says more than 30 firefighters were called to the former Wade Ceramics site on Westport Road at around 8:10pm last night.

There are no reports of any injuries and investigations are now underway into the cause.

The service are still advising people to avoid the area.

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