This summer marks the 40th anniversary of the last time a bottle oven was fired and we're celebrating with a Festival of Bottle Ovens, a special display and a brand new book. 

During August and September we have many bottle oven themed events, including craft activities, walks, talks and even a bus tour! You can see our full What's On listing by clicking here.

The Last Bottle Oven Firing Display

Tuesdays - Saturdays during August and September

Celebrating the anniversary of the last firing, this display was written and curated by those who took part. It gives an insight into the process of preparing and firing an oven and features examples of the pottery fired, promotional material and even clothes worn by the participants.

Included with museum admission.

'Bottle Ovens and the Story of the Final Firing' by Terry Woolliscroft and Pam Woolliscroft -  Available now in the Gladstone Shop

This book, published in the 40th anniversary year, tells the story of The Last Bottle Oven Firing with contemporary reports and previously unseen images.
You can also find out more about bottle ovens and it even contains the 'Bottle Oven Dictionary' explaining some of the unusual words specific to bottle ovens and the pottery industry.

£12.99.

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