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English Ceramics. The art of pattern, transferred by hand since 1851.

The trademark "Burleigh", used from the 1930s, is a combination of the two names. Burgess and Leigh moved to different works, first in 1868 to the Hill Pottery in Burslem and then in 1889 to the present factory at Middleport, regarded at the time of its construction as a model pottery.

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Burleigh – Iconic British transferware & earthenware made in England. Shop classic blue and white patterns up to 60% off at The Homeware Outlet.

Using the brand name Burleigh Ware (a combination of Bur-gess and Leigh) introduced Art Deco tableware. The brightly decorated, hand-painted and enamelled designs were a great success.

Crafted in a legendary factory using time-honored methods, such as a 200-year-old tissue transfer printing technique, everything produced by Burleigh is imbued with a timeless sensibility and commitment to tradition.

Burleigh ware is crafted from a unique blend of fine earthenware clay that ensures a luxurious look and feel as well as durability. This is all achieved at the renowned Middleport Pottery, the last working Victorian pottery in England and their home since 1889.

Burleigh pottery, made in Stoke-on-Trent in the West Midlands of England, is hand-decorated in a process more than a century old. Designs printed on tissue by copper rollers are applied by hand to fired ceramics, and then the tissue is washed away, leaving the design.

In this video, we'll take you on a journey to explore the iconic designs, vibrant colors, and exceptional craftsmanship that have made Burleigh a household name.