***IMPORTANT*** 2025 Annual Weekend & AGM (11 - 13 April 2025)
The 2025 Annual Weekend is now only weeks away and, if you have not already done so, it is now time for members to complete the booking form enclosed with the December magazine. Booking forms must be completed and returned together with payment,by 5 February and after this date there can be no refunds in the event of cancellation. The general theme for this years' event is the celebration of 100 years since the year of change for Shelley, with Art Deco, the new backstamp and innovative advertising changes all starting in 1925. This years' Program of Events includes a visit by coach to view the Pattern Books and the Stoke on Trent City Archive as part of the Annual Weekend. Come along and join us for another fun packed weekend and the opportunity to meet up once again with friends and fellow collectors.
Magazine Back Issues
As mentioned in the December 2024 magazine, digital copies of magazine back issues are now located on this site under the 'Researching Shelley' section . These are available to MEMBERS ONLY to view or download. Hard copies are no longer available for purchase.
New Year Slideshow
Our first slideshow for 2025 entitled 'Winter Blues', once again features more wonderful Shelley and Wileman pieces. To view, go to our Home page or follow this link.
Shelley's Final Decade
If you missed John Barter's Zoom presentation entitled 'Shelley's Final Decade' on Friday 18 December 2024, a recording of this is now available under Video Presentations-Playlist or may be viewed directly from this link.
Stoke on Trent City Archives - Shelley & Wileman Pattern Books
The Stoke on Trent City Archives which houses the Shelley and Wileman Pattern Books, has now re-opened (wef. 22 May 2024) at its new home at the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery just next door. More detailed information is available by following the link on our Pattern Books page.
Potteries Auctions
Following earlier successful auctions of Shelley and Wileman ceramics, the Potteries Auctions near Stoke on Trent, will be selling more of the extensive collections of our late members, Les and Enid Foley and Ian and Sheila Davies. Included are rare and beautiful items from across the years of the pottery. Look out for future auctions in 2024/5 at https:/www.potteriesauctions.com - search for both Wileman and Shelley. These are live auctions and it is possible to bid, online (directly with the Potteries or via the Saleroom and Easylive) or by leaving commission bids. Details at the Potteries Auctions web site.
Page Updates
The following pages have been updated recently:
- Pattern Books
- Noteworthy Lots
- Recent Events
- Playlist
Facebook Page
We have a Facebook page on which you may post any comments or photos of your favourite pieces. In particular you may click on the icons at the foot of any page to 'Like' or, better still, 'Share' the site with your friends. We are always looking for new members so if you have an appreciation for Shelley and Wileman wares why not join us. You can read more about the Group on
this site or email our membership secretary with your phone number for a chat.