On the way home from a walk along the river, we thought we would stop into Royal Worcester to see if we could get a few more of the cups. I had realized that they were closing down and selling off all of the stock, but I didn't realize that the very last day was today!
The shelves were pretty bare but Lee managed to buy quite a few sets of bowls, mugs and plates for Christmas gifts for his brother and sister.
I bought myself a sweet plate from the Spode Christmas Tree line for only £2.10.
I left feeling rather sad that the entire site is closing. We can see the whole complex from our flat and I've always enjoyed telling my Nana that we could see where some of her china was made. There has been porcelain production in Worcester since 1751. I'm not sure what will happen to the site itself - I really do hope that the city council won't allow some developer to completely demolish the old buildings.
This sign was displayed throughout the buildings.
258 years. Canada isn't even that old.
2 comments:
A very sad day indeed - i wonder how they got into so much financial trouble?
5 bucks says the old building will be turned into lofts.
Robbo
such a beautiful blog with beautiful big photos. am happy to find you. i'd love to live in england for a li'l while.
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