When did work begin on the Wedgwood Institute?

Vital safeguarding work began on Monday, January 12, 2026.

What is the condition of the Wedgwood Institute?

The Wedgwood Institute is described as being in poor condition and is on Historic England's Heritage At Risk Register.

How much funding has been allocated for the Wedgwood Institute repairs?

The city council secured £318,966 from Historic England for weather-proofing and access safety, with further proposed spending of £2.6 million.

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Wedgwood Institute: Safeguarding Begins on Iconic Building

12 Jan

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Summary

Vital safeguarding work commenced on the Grade II* listed Wedgwood Institute.
The project focuses on the north east corner and is expected to last six weeks.
£318,966 in funding was secured for essential weather-proofing and access safety.

Wedgwood Institute: Safeguarding Begins on Iconic Building

Safeguarding efforts have begun on the Grade II* listed Wedgwood Institute in Stoke-on-Trent, a significant heritage site. The initial phase of work targets the building's north east corner and is scheduled for completion in approximately six weeks. This preservation initiative is part of a broader strategy by the city council to protect the historic structure.

Secured in 2024, £318,966 in funding from Historic England is dedicated to making the Wedgwood Institute weather-tight and safely accessible. Previous interventions included a controlled demolition to ensure structural integrity. The institute, built in the 1860s, was originally intended for educational courses but has been vacant for several years.