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Save the Date for the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance 2026, One of Staffordshires Oldest Traditions

One of Staffordshire’s most extraordinary traditions will return next month, as the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance takes place on Monday 7 September 2026.

By Natalee Trowbridge

/ 15 Aug 2026

Prince of Wales Theatre in Cannock Could Be Saved From Demolition

The Prince of Wales Theatre in Cannock, which was earmarked for demolition, could now be saved as senior councillors consider a multi-million-pound refurbishment.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 15 Aug 2026

Remembering the Clubs That Made Stoke Dance

From the Torch to Shelley's, the clubs that shaped Stoke's nightlife are about to get their own mural in Hanley. The funding is in place, and a wall has been offered; Jenna Goodwin caught up with the two men behind it.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 27 Jul 2026

Philip Johnson and Robert Leigh with The Place Blue Plaque in Hanley

Historic Grade II listed Stoke-on-Trent canal-side house to go under the hammer

A 200-year-old, Grade II listed, canal-side house on Chatterley Road, Stoke-on-Trent, is to be auctioned this month with a guide price of £225,000.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 24 Jul 2026

Chatterley Canal House - BTG Eddisons Property Auctions on 29 July - £225,000 guide price

Twyfords demolition approved – but are we about to lose another piece of Stoke’s story?

One of Stoke-on-Trent's most recognisable industrial landmarks is set to disappear. But as the city searches for new homes and new investment, could this have been an opportunity to create something far greater?

By Will Barnish

/ 22 Jul 2026

Tunstall Clock Tower restored as council steps up action to protect historic landmarks

The Tunstall Clock Tower has been restored as Stoke-on-Trent City Council continues its drive to protect the city’s historic landmarks.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 21 Jul 2026

Council pressure leads to new plans for historic Leopard Hotel

Sustained pressure from Stoke-on-Trent City Council has resulted in a new planning application being submitted for one of the city’s most important historic buildings

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 13 Jul 2026

The Grade II-listed Leopard Hotel in Burslem

Decision Day Looms For Tunstall's Empty Library

As councillors prepare to decide the future of one of Tunstall's most iconic sites, officers recommend that restoration works are refused.

By Will Barnish

/ 10 Jul 2026

Decision Day Looms For Tunstall's Empty Library

A day to go down in history! Tamworth care home residents visit RAF Museum

Residents at a care home in Tamworth enjoyed a nostalgic journey back in time during a visit to a RAF Museum.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 2 Jul 2026

Residents at Arkall Manor enjoyed a visit to the RAF Museum in Cosford

Life-size art prints bring museum collection to city centre gardens

A new outdoor exhibition has opened in Bethesda Gardens, giving residents and visitors the chance to experience life-sized artworks in the heart of the city centre.

By The Staffordshire Signal Newsroom

/ 2 Jul 2026

Bethesda Gardens, life-sized artworks, Hanley Stoke On Trent

The Ancient High House

Historic Stafford welcomes you to The Ancient High House and invites you to take part in an exciting calendar of events. With activities for all ages running throughout the year, take a step back in time to reveal its history while engaging in the present.

By Bethany Lockett

/ 30 Jun 2026

Gladstone Pottery Museum named one of the UK’s best museums

Gladstone Pottery Museum in Longton has been named one of the best museums to visit in the UK, placing Stoke-on-Trent’s ceramics story proudly on the national stage.

By Jenna Goodwin

/ 28 Jun 2026

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