According to an 1893 journal the business was built on the site of a previous works founded in 1758.
Elijah Cotton opened a new factory 'Nelson Pottery' (1885)and also took over 'The Victoria Works' - both in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.
Lord Nelson Pottery was a trade name used by Elijah Cotton Ltd
This place has been going to hell in a handbasket for several years as developers chip away at it. Not much left to see now unfortunately
Elijah Cotton opened a new factory 'Nelson Pottery' (1885)and also took over 'The Victoria Works' - both in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.
Lord Nelson Pottery was a trade name used by Elijah Cotton Ltd
This place has been going to hell in a handbasket for several years as developers chip away at it. Not much left to see now unfortunately
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