Utility Ware by Wood & Sons: Craftsmanship in a Time of Austerity
At the outbreak of the Second World War in September 1939, British industry was swiftly reshaped by necessity. In the Potteries, production was scaled [...]
Remembering the Fallen: Wood & Sons Employees of the First World War
Two memorial plaques commemorating employees of Wood & Sons who served - and lost their lives - in the Great Wars have recently been [...]
Chinese New Year
As we mark Chinese New Year and welcome the Year of the Horse, we’re celebrating with a true classic – the timeless Willow Pattern plate [...]
What Is Beryl by Woods Ware?
Beryl by Woods Ware is one of the most recognisable and beloved examples of British utility pottery. Produced by Wood & Sons of Burslem, [...]
Beryl by Woods Ware – A Utility Design That Endures
January is a month for reflection, and few designs reflect the values of durability, simplicity and British craftsmanship quite like Beryl by Woods Ware. [...]
Christmas with Beryl
Our much-loved Beryl Tea Towel is ready for Christmas gifting! Inspired by the classic Woods Ware design and proudly made in Staffordshire, it’s crafted [...]
The Beryl Edit
We’re thrilled to launch our brand-new Beryl collection – a beautiful tribute to one of Britain’s most beloved utility ware designs. [...]
Potters for over 300 years
A brand-new website has launched, dedicated to the 300-year history of the Wood family, one of Stoke-on-Trent’s most renowned pottery dynasties. Known for shaping [...]