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Potteries Shopping Centre
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Location Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, England
Coordinates 53°01′38.16″N 2°10′32.88″W / 53.0272667°N 2.1758000°W / 53.0272667; -2.1758000
Opening date 1988
Owner MAPP
No. of stores and services 90+
No. of anchor tenants 3
Total retail floor area 561,000 sq ft (52,100 m2)
No. of floors 3 (4 inc. Market Hall)
Parking 1,240 spaces

The Potteries Shopping Centre is a big indoor mall located in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, England. It used to be called Intu Potteries. This centre is a popular place for shopping and fun in the Staffordshire Potteries area. It first opened its doors in 1988.

What You Can Find Inside

The Potteries Shopping Centre has more than 90 different shops for you to explore! It's a great place to find clothes, gifts, and more.

Main Shops

Some of the biggest and most popular shops, called "anchor stores," include:

You can also find other well-known stores like:

  • Starbucks (for coffee and snacks)
  • River Island (for clothes)
  • H&M (for clothes)
  • HMV (for entertainment like music and movies)

Helpful Services

While you are shopping, the centre also offers helpful services. There is a Customer Service Desk if you need help or information. You can also find public toilets and kiosks with information about the centre or traffic updates.

The Hive: Fun and Food

Right next to the main shopping centre, you'll find an outdoor area called The Hive. It is connected to the centre through the car park. The Hive is a great spot to relax and grab a bite to eat.

Restaurants and Cinema

The Hive has several restaurants where you can enjoy a meal, such as:

  • Bon Pan Asian
  • Nando's
  • Chiquito
  • Burger Priest

If you want to catch a movie, The Hive also has a large Cineworld cinema. It has nine screens, so there are always plenty of films to choose from!

Hanley Market Hall

The Potteries Shopping Centre also gives you access to the historic Hanley Market Hall. This market has a long history, dating all the way back to the 17th century!

The market moved to its current spot in 1987. Even though it's in a newer building, it still stands on the same ground where a market hall from 1849 used to be. It's a place where you can find many different kinds of goods from local sellers.

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