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3About Burslem
Burslem forms part of Stoke-on-Trent's famous six pottery towns, accessible via the A500 and M6. Known as the "Mother of the Potteries," it's where Josiah Wedgwood established his first pottery works in 1759. The town centre retains its Victorian character with the distinctive Wedgwood Institute building dominating the market square.
Where is Burslem on the map?
Burslem is in England, at 53.045, -2.197 - about 6 km south-east of Harecastle.
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- Stone Road, Stoke-on-Trent250 kW
- Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent,60 kW
- 1013 Uttoxeter Road, Stoke-on-Trent50 kW
- 291 Newcastle Road, Stoke-On-Trent50 kW
- Festival Park, Stoke-on-Trent50 kW
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What is the closest airport to Burslem?
The closest airport to Burslem is Manchester Airport, 56 km (about 44 min by car). Other airports nearby: East Midlands Airport, Liverpool John Lennon Airport.