Welcome to the official home of Wedgwood

Wedgwood has been an international company for over two centuries. Founded in 1759 upon the highest standards of design, craftsmanship, quality and innovation, the company continues to uphold these essential factors in maintaining its leading position throughout the markets of the world.

The founder, Josiah Wedgwood (1730-1795), who is remembered as ‘the Father of English Potters’, was born in Burslem, Staffordshire, in the heart of the English potteries.