Stokes Croft China
As the factories in Staffordshire closed their doors in the early 2000s Chris Chalkley, founder of the Peoples Republic of Stokes Croft (PRSC), had the foresight to salvage the decorative transfers from the last major independent decorating factory in Stoke: Broadhurst Bros. of Burslem.
He also rescued kilns, factory equipment, large quantities of undecorated chinaware and more transfers from long-closed factories, leading to what they believe is the largest collection of vintage ceramic transfers in the UK.
Rising from the shards of Staffordshire’s decimated ceramics industry, Stokes Croft China's existence is the expression of the desire to “Make Our Own Future”. By combining this treasure trove of historic print and ware with the street art and politics that abound in Stokes Croft in the heart of Bristol, they produce unique yet distinctive china. Their production is very low run, predominantly unique ware, designed and produced by local artists, and fired on the premises.
