Drop-in sit
A guided practice, a short sit in silence and a cup of tea after. Come every week or once in a while. Book ahead to save a place, or just turn up.
Price TBC per session, or pay on the door
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Mindfulness sessions · Stoke-on-Trent
Centre yourself.
Mindful Potteries runs small, friendly mindfulness sessions across the six towns of Stoke-on-Trent, for complete beginners and regulars alike. Take an hour out of a busy week, sit down and notice what’s here.
Try it now
A one-minute breath
You don’t need anything to start. Press the button and follow the rings: breathe in as they grow, and out as they settle.
Ready when you are
Sessions
Three ways to practise
Every session is secular, seated on chairs (cushions if you prefer), and kept small so nobody gets lost in the room.
Foundations course
A structured introduction to mindfulness: the body scan, mindful movement, working with stress and difficult thoughts. Includes home practice recordings.
Price TBC for the full course
BookWorkplaces & groups
Lunchtime sessions, team workshops and short courses for local employers, schools and community groups across North Staffordshire.
Priced to suit your group
Ask for a quoteYour first session
What happens when you arrive
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Arrive
Come ten minutes early. You’ll be shown a seat and asked if there’s anything we should know.
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Settle
A few minutes to land: feet on the floor, noticing the breath, letting the journey go.
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Practise
A guided meditation of 20 to 30 minutes. You can open your eyes, shift or stand at any point.
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Reflect
An optional chat about how it went. Speaking is never required. Then tea.
Timetable
Upcoming sessions
Sample listings to show the layout. Replace with real dates and venues.
| When | Session | Where | Book |
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| Tue 7:00–8:00pm | Drop-in sit | Hanley · venue TBC | Book |
| Wed 6:30–8:30pm | Foundations course | Burslem · venue TBC | Book |
| Thu 12:30–1:15pm | Lunchtime sit | Online | Book |
Across the six towns
- Tunstall
- Burslem
- Hanley
- Stoke
- Fenton
- Longton
About
Meet Phyllis
I’m Phyllis, and I lead the sessions at Mindful Potteries.
Over the past decade I have worked in the mental health sector with two charitable organisations, supporting people through homelessness, addiction, illness and bereavement. That work gave me a unique insight into how really hearing another person’s experience is rewarding and empowering for everyone involved.
I bring that same attention to every session. Together we build your own set of tools and resources for navigating life’s challenges, in a space that is non-judgemental, empathetic and understanding.
Stoke-on-Trent was built by people who made things carefully, by hand, one at a time. Mindful Potteries brings that same patient attention to everyday life.
Questions
Good to know
I’ve never meditated. Is that OK?
Yes. Most people who come along are new to it. Every practice is guided and explained before we start.
Is it religious?
No. Mindfulness has roots in Buddhist practice, but these sessions are entirely secular and open to people of any faith or none.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable clothes and a layer, as you’ll be still for a while. Chairs, mats and blankets are provided.
Are the venues accessible?
We choose step-free venues wherever possible. Get in touch before you come and we’ll check the details for you.
Is this therapy?
No. Mindfulness can help with stress, but it isn’t a replacement for medical or psychological care. If you need urgent help, call NHS 111, or Samaritans free on 116 123, any time.
Book a place
Save yourself a seat
Choose a date and pay for your place online. Places are limited, so booking ahead means there’s a chair waiting for you.
Book online- Pay per session by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay
- Confirmation and venue details by email straight away
- Secure checkout through Ticket Tailor