Filming is underway for The Cadburys, a gripping new period drama centered on Birmingham’s famous chocolate family, with production taking place in the heart of the Midlands. The show’s crew has been working at Middleport Pottery in Stoke-on-Trent, temporarily closing the venue and The Packing House Cafe to capture authentic scenes of this historical tale.
The cast features acclaimed actors such as Pearce Quigley (Small Prophets), Joanna Scanlan (Riot Women), Felicity Montagu (Beyond Paradise), and Mathew Baynton (Ghosts). The series is set for release in 2027 on the free streaming service U.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council expressed enthusiasm for the project, emphasizing the area’s growing popularity as a filming destination due to its unique heritage sites. Local productions have included The Great Pottery Throw Down, Peaky Blinders, and This Town, highlighting The Potteries as a vibrant cultural hub for filmmaking.
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Set in the 1860s, the drama explores a time when chocolate was far from the sweet treat we know today. The narrative follows brothers Richard and George Cadbury as they struggle to revive their family’s struggling cocoa business. Their ambitious efforts to transform Cadbury into a world-renowned confectioner hinge on their ability to trust and collaborate.
Meanwhile, their sister Maria faces personal and professional challenges, especially when she falls in love with Francis Fry, the family’s biggest rival. This romance forces her to confront where her loyalties truly lie.
Infused with historical intrigue and imaginative storytelling, The Cadburys delves into the complexities of family relationships and the bittersweet journey of building a legacy. It reminds us that the sweetest successes often come with the most complicated struggles.