The Red Haired Stokie

8 Dec 2024 · 2 min read

Step Into the Past with The Red Haired Stokie

History and Photography Enthusiasts, Are you ready to uncover the fascinating history of Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire while sharpening your photography skills? I’m Jenna Goodwin, an award-winning professional photographer

3 Dec 2024 · 5 min read

The Overlooked History of Providence Independent Churchyard in Upper Tean

Hidden in the heart of Upper Tean, Staffordshire, lies the Providence Independent Churchyard. Despite its quiet presence, this graveyard holds layers of historical significance tied to the local community and

1 Dec 2024 · 1 min read

🌟 Explore Stoke-on-Trent for the Centenary! 🌟

2025 marks a special year as we celebrate 100 years of Stoke-on-Trent as a city, and what better way to honour our heritage than by exploring its rich history and

29 Nov 2024 · 1 min read

A Series of FREE How-To Local History Workshops

🎉 Exciting News, Stokies! 🎉 Join me, Jenna Goodwin (The Red Haired Stokie), for a fantastic series of FREE How-To Workshops as part of our Local History Group! 📚✨ 🗓 When: 3rd December: 2pm-4pm

27 Nov 2024 · 5 min read

The Longest Yarn: A Woolen Tribute to D-Day at Stoke Minster

Explore The Longest Yarn exhibition at Stoke Minster from Nov 21 to Dec 5, 2024. An 80-meter knitted tribute to D-Day, crafted by global artisans. Free entry!

21 Nov 2024 · 3 min read

How You Can Help Shape the Future of The Red Haired Stokie

For those who know me, you’ll know how passionate I am about uncovering, preserving, and sharing the history and heritage of Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire. From videos and articles

18 Nov 2024 · 6 min read

Bringing the Magic of Hanley’s ABC Cinema to Life in a Fenton Garden

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of visiting the incredible Home ABC Cinema in Fenton with friends. From the moment I stepped inside, it felt like stepping into a time

13 Nov 2024 · 2 min read

Connecting Our Community: A Central Hub for Stoke-on-Trent

This is a call out to all my followers, I have started this as a community hub for the area and I would love your support. Please like, share, tag

4 Nov 2024 · 4 min read

Discover Stoke-on-Trent’s Heritage Through the 2025 Calendar by The Red Haired Stokie

As a lifelong resident of Stoke-on-Trent, I’ve always felt a deep connection to this city’s history, culture, and industrial legacy. Every corner of Stoke has a story, and

9 Oct 2024 · 10 min read

400 Acres of Staffordshire Green Fields to Be Replaced by Industrial Batteries and Solar Panels in Werrington - Is This the Future of Our Countryside?

A massive solar farm project, stretching across nearly 400 acres from Wetley Rocks to Werrington on the edge of Stoke-on-Trent, has sparked outrage among local residents and environmental advocates. This

27 Sep 2024 · 8 min read

Reviving Stockton Brook Waterworks: Victorian Engineering Meets Modern Creativity

From Victorian Innovation to a Hub for Art, Nature, and Heritage Built-in 1884 by the Staffordshire Potteries Waterworks Company, Stockton Brook Waterworks was one of several pumping stations constructed to

10 Sep 2024 · 9 min read

The Abbots Bromley Horn Dance: Britain’s Oldest Folk Tradition

The Abbots Bromley Horn Dance is one of the oldest and most intriguing folk customs in Britain, and its unique combination of ancient symbolism, rural traditions, and local pride makes

29 Aug 2024 · 9 min read

Celebrating Potteries Bottle Oven Day: The History, Function, and Legacy of Bottle Ovens

The Industrial Revolution brought about tremendous changes in manufacturing, particularly in the ceramic industry. A key element of this transformation was the development and use of bottle ovens. These iconic

22 Aug 2024 · 6 min read

Heritage Meets Innovation: The Potteries Museum's Revamp for the 21st Century

The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery, located in the heart of Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, has been the centre of cultural heritage for the city since its establishment. It was originally opened

22 Aug 2024 · 2 min read

Urgent: Foxfield Railway Needs Our Help!

This is a call to action! Foxfield Railway, our local heritage railway, has had its original Facebook page hijacked and rebranded as 'The Train Buff'. They’ve lost

21 Aug 2024 · 7 min read

Bethesda Chapel: Shaping the Future of the Cathedral of the Potteries

This morning, Bethesda Chapel in Hanley opened its doors for a special event, inviting the community to discuss the future of one of Stoke-on-Trent’s most treasured heritage sites. Often

16 Aug 2024 · 5 min read

A Piece of the Past: The History of Stafford’s Chapel Tower

If you've ever wandered through the Guildhall Shopping Centre in Stafford, you might have noticed a curious tower standing tall amidst the modern structures. It's easy

15 Aug 2024 · 5 min read

Explore Stoke-on-Trent’s History for Free: Highlights of the 2024 Heritage Open Days Festival

This morning, I had the pleasure of visiting the Etruria Industrial Museum, where I joined members of The Heritage Network to launch the 2024 Heritage Open Days festival in Stoke-on-Trent