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The Red Haired Stokie
@theredhairedstokie.bsky.social
Born and bred in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent, Jenna Goodwin isn't just an artist; she's a storyteller of the city's soul. With her camera or pencil in hand, she weaves tales of cobbled streets and smoky chimneys
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Exciting news! Meet The Staffordshire Signal, a new indie lifestyle mag celebrating our county's charm! Dive into local stories, support community projects & keep our culture thriving. Read the first edition free online or grab a print copy soon.  www.thestaffordshiresignal.co.uk #staffordshire
October 20, 2025 at 1:17 PM
A beautiful, misty, Sunday sunrise in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

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October 12, 2025 at 7:05 AM
Love Stoke-on-Trent? My 2026 calendar is now up for pre-order! Each month, enjoy a stunning snap capturing our city's soul. Limited editions, printed locally Only £15 with UK delivery. Grab yours before they're gone! https://www.theredhairedstokie.com/products/2026-stoke-on-trent-calendar-pre-order
September 17, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Well, you voted for Stoke-on-Trent for the calendar, so a Stoke-on-Trent calendar you shall have! 

Pre-orders will open soon, so make sure you are signed up for my newsletter at www.theredhairedstokie.co.uk so you don't miss it!
September 17, 2025 at 1:35 PM
The weather is looking good for tomorrow!

Join me in Alton on Saturday, 6th September, for a guided history & heritage walk. 

https://www.theredhairedstokie.com/products/exploring-altons-past-with-the-red-haired-stokie-guided-history-heritage-walk-30th-august-2025
September 5, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Ready to step back in time? Join Jenna Goodwin, The Red Haired Stokie, on Aug 16, 2025, at 10 AM for a 3-mile heritage walk through Chesterton. https://www.theredhairedstokie.com/products/exploring-chestertons-past-with-the-red-haired-stokie-guided-history-heritage-walk-16th-august-2025
August 12, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Looking for something free to with the kids today? Head down to Longton Exhange!

Music, activities, bouncy castle, exotic animals and all kinds of fun, completely free!

They were just setting up when I was there but it is on until 3pm, and is on for the next 3 Fridays as well!
August 1, 2025 at 12:03 PM
If you've enjoyed anything I've done, I'd love an honest review! It helps small creators like me. 

The Staffordshire Signal - https://share.google/ZlKFTpSfNZC7KAshJhttps://www.facebook.com/thestaffordshiresignal
The Red Haired Stokie - https://www.facebook.com/theredhairedstokie
July 6, 2025 at 10:51 AM
I’ll be on 6 Town Radio today at 11 am with the lovely Paula Welsh, chatting all things Stoke‑on‑Trent! Tune in to hear about our fabulous city and the stories that make it shine. 

Listen live at 👉 https://www.6towns.co.uk/paula-welsh/

See you on air! 🎧
June 9, 2025 at 8:28 AM
🎉 Join The Red Haired Stokie & win up to £25K! 🎉 Support local history with Staffordshire Moorlands Community Lottery for just £1/week.  Let's keep our stories alive and maybe win big! https://www.staffsmoorlandscommunitylottery.co.uk/support/the-red-haired-stokie-cic
June 6, 2025 at 10:18 AM
🎉 Happy Stoke-on-Trent Day! 🎉 Celebrating 100 years of stories, from potbanks to pioneers. Dive into our heritage with The Red Haired Stokie and join us in the present with The Staffordshire Signal. Here’s to the next 100! 🥳 #StokeOnTrent100 #LoveStoke #SupportLocal
June 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM
🍻 Celebrate Father’s Day & National Beer Day with "Ales, Tales & Taverns" in Newcastle-under-Lyme! Join Jenna Goodwin for a 3-hour pub walk packed with history, stories, and drinks. Perfect for history buffs and beer lovers alike! 🎟️ Grab your tickets: TheRedHairedStokie.com 🍺 #PubWalks #FathersDay
May 28, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Chatterley Whitfield's going from black to green 🌿🔋 Plans are set to transform this historic site into a hub for renewable energy and digital innovation. Old buildings are getting a new life, blending history with a bright future for Stoke-on-Trent. 🚀 #BlackToGreen #Sustainability
May 21, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Discover the hidden history of Froghall this Saturday, May 24th!
From its industrial past to canal tales, there's more than meets the eye. Join the guided walk!

https://www.theredhairedstokie.com/products/exploring-froghalls-past-with-the-red-haired-stokie-guided-history-heritage-walk-24th-may-2025
May 21, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Looking for summer plans? Join me for guided history walks & talks in Staffordshire! From historic pubs to local legends, there's something for everyone. 

https://www.theredhairedstokie.com/collections/guided-history-heritage-walks-the-red-haired-stokie

#LocalHistory #ExploreStaffs
May 16, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Just caught & Juliet at the Regent Theatre in Hanley! 🎭 It's a fun twist on Shakespeare with hits from Britney, Katy, and more. 🎶 Lee from Steps and Jay from The Wanted stole the show! Go see it before May 17, 2025! Tickets: andjulietthemusical.co.uk #StokeCulture #TheatreNight
May 13, 2025 at 2:57 PM
The weather’s looking fab for my history walk around Oakamoor tomorrow! If you’re looking for something to do with some like-minded people, come and join us.

https://www.theredhairedstokie.com/products/exploring-oakamoors-past-with-the-red-haired-stokie-guided-history-heritage-walk-10th-may-2025
May 9, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Moorcroft Pottery, a name known across the world and loved right here in Stoke-on-Trent, has closed after more than 100 years of craftsmanship. 

🔗 https://www.theredhairedstokie.co.uk/moorcroft-closes-after-over-a-century-of-craftsmanship/
April 30, 2025 at 2:58 PM
In the stunning grounds of Sandon Hall in Staffordshire, an unexpected piece of local history stands quietly on the landscape – the top of Trentham Hall’s once-majestic tower.

https://www.theredhairedstokie.co.uk/trentham-tower/
April 21, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Well-Behaved Women Rarely Make History - Join me for a night celebrating Staffordshire's amazing women at Foxlowe Arts Centre, Leek!  June 11, 2025, 7-9pm  https://www.theredhairedstokie.com/products/well-behaved-women-rarely-make-history 🍻 #WomenInHistory #Leek #Staffordshire #StokeonTrent
April 21, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Tickets for my Alton Towers talk have officially sold out – thank you so much to everyone who’s joining me!

👩‍🦰 The next talk will be Staffordshire Women Through History Make sure you’re signed up to my newsletter to be the first to hear when tickets go live:
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April 14, 2025 at 2:23 PM
The Leopard, Burslem could be brought back to life – but what should it become?
Heritage hub, arts space, community venue?
https://www.theredhairedstokie.co.uk/plans-are-in-motion-for-the-futire-of-the-leopard-burslem-but-what-do-you-think-it-should-be/
#Burslem #StokeonTrent #Staffordshire
April 12, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Tomorrow is Timothy Trow Day. Join the 10am memorial opposite West End Methodist Church to honor the 21-year-old hero who saved a child from drowning in 1894. 🌊🕊️ https://fb.me/e/4rKOgjg5D Check my history walks here: https://www.theredhairedstokie.com #LocalHero #TimothyTrow
April 11, 2025 at 9:33 AM
I thought I'd try the Chat GPT trend that everyone is doing. What do you think, accurate representation of me? 🤣

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April 10, 2025 at 6:36 AM
Tickets now on sale!
The Hidden History of Alton Towers: From Iron Age Fort to World-Famous Theme Park

Join @redhairedstokie for a fascinating talk uncovering the real story behind Alton Towers!
Wed 30 Apr | 7–9pm

https://www.theredhairedstokie.com/products/the-hidden-history-of-alton-towers-talk
April 8, 2025 at 1:39 PM