Future Fest 2023

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Get ready for a day filled with live music acts, immersive shows and activities for the kids, delicious street food and drinks, an artisan market, and workshops for the whole family!
In the Courtyard
DJ Ben will be playing all your favorite summer hits to get the party started.
Enjoy the soothing sounds of an acoustic duo as they serenade you with their beautiful live acoustic act.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of a Caribbean steel drum performance, followed by a workshop where you can join in and learn to play yourself!
Need a caffeine fix? True Start Coffee will be bringing their Sunny Van, serving fresh barista coffee to keep you energized throughout the day.
Indulge in the creamy delights of Doulton Dairy's artisan ice cream, the perfect summer treat!
Candid presents their FOODBOX pop-up, featuring a curated selection of street food vendors offering a variety of mouthwatering dishes.
The Courtyard Cafe will be serving your favorite hot food, cold drinks, and fizz.

New for 2023: The Kids Corner
This year, we have a very special pop-up - the Kids Corner! Your little ones will be entertained with a variety of shows, performances, and workshops. From a giant balloon show to a mesmerizing magic show, there will be something for everyone -even grown-up's!
Join the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust for nature workshops, where kids can learn about the wonders of the natural world.
Get creative with the V&A Wedgwood Collection and make your own tea cup bird feeder.
Unleash your artistic side with stone painting and large-scale painting activities.
Don't forget to visit our face painter!
Families can also collect a free summer trail map and embark on a journey around the site, searching for Hedgwood the Hedgehog.

Our Partners
Sixtowns will not only have the doors to their cocktail bar open, but they will also be hosting a variety of cocktail-making masterclasses. Stay tuned for booking details! They will also be hosting the offical Future Fest after-party from 5pm to 9pm, with another DJ to keep the party going!
Lunar will be serving a delectable 3-course lunch for £49.50 per person, a culinary experience not to be missed.
Josiah & Co will be hosting their first artisan market of the summer in the Darwin Suite. Discover a specially curated selection of makers, artists, and more, showcasing their unique creations.