Established in 1894, Beswick pottery is an excellent example of quality British design and manufacturing.
- Originally producing tableware and ornaments, Beswick is now renowned for its creation of fine ceramic figures.
- They produced Staffordshire cat and dog figures. James Wright Beswick passed away in 1921, but the company continued its expansion under the direction of his grandson, John Ewart Beswick.
- A significant turning point was in 1934 with the introduction of high-fired bone china.
- They made Beatrix Potter characters. The success of these figures led Beswick to obtain the rights to produce a range of Disney characters in 1952, including Snow White, Mickey Mouse, and Bambi.
- In 1969, the Beswick factory was sold to Royal Doulton, and in 2002, its premises were permanently closed.
