Josiah Wedgwood
Fine dining restaurant on its way to World of Wedgwood
20 jobs are being created through the new venture
Leah CassadyReporter
Visitors to a North Staffordshire tourist attraction will soon be able to dine in style at a new restaurant.
The Great British Experience Company has partnered with Wedgwood for the venture, called Lunar.
The team, who were behind a drive-in cinema at Sandon Hall, hope to bring their passion and wealth of experience in events and hospitality to the World of Wedgwood site in Barlaston.
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Lunar will celebrate the county's finest seasonal offerings and showcase some of Staffordshire's leading culinary talent.
The name is inspired by The Lunar Society, which was the social network of the 18th century, bringing together some of the most forward-thinking minds of the time. It was the heart of the Midlands Enlightenment.
Josiah Wedgwood, a key member, was a pioneer in many fields, both within the pottery industry and as a social reformer.
Lunar, by The Great British Experience Company, which is owned by locals Craig Wilkinson and Ed Myhill, will also create 20 jobs, from front of house to bar and kitchen staff.
Ed, who lives with his family in Stafford, said: "The venue is set in the beautiful surroundings of Wedgwood, which is an experience in itself when driving to the venue through the leafy rural landscape.
"Once at Wedgwood, Lunar is a modern, fine dining restaurant and bar set in a contemporary and quite industrialised setting, with plenty of quirky furnishings befitting of this establishment's creative flair.
"There will be a focus on quality local, seasonal produce and beverages paired accordingly, from wine to local beers to cocktails."
Craig, from Stone, added: "Whether for food or just for drinks, Lunar will be a special place to experience quality food and drinks in a setting unlike no other, with the ambient sounds of an Ibiza chill-out lounge and food to tickle your taste buds like a sunset dinner at Le Jules Verne.
"We encourage everyone to visit Wedgwood and celebrate the rich history of what Josiah Wedgwood built for many generations following on from his legacy.
"What he built and achieved in his lifetime is nothing short of remarkable and everyone should hear his story.
"We are extremely proud of the opportunity to work with Wedgwood and the timing following on from The Great British Drive In is quite impeccable, yet, of course, a sign of the times too.
"The Great British Drive In was a fabulous event for all involved to help us continue to be entertained safely through the pandemic."
Anyone interested in a job can send their CV to hello@lunarwedgwood.com.
To find out more about Lunar, visit lunarwedgwood.com.
Barlaston