Now in its 24th year, this ceramic extravaganza began as a Royal Doulton convention and it is still the oldest and biggest exhibition of Doulton antiques in the world. Collectors will discover unique pieces of Victorian art pottery from the Lambeth and Burslem studios, elusive figurines from the 1920s and 30s and rare character jugs presented by all the top Doulton dealers.

Over the years, the Florida show has expanded to include other collectible pottery and porcelain companies from around the world, notably Lladró from Spain, Moorcroft from England and now also Ardmore from South Africa. The Florida show is now the country’s premier event for collecting the best examples of ceramic art and antiques from the early 1800s to the present day.

Show promoter Ed Pascoe says: “This annual ceramic event allows collectors to shake hands with the artists, handle coveted antique vases and figurines, and share their collecting passions with others. You can’t do any of that on the internet! Let’s revive the romance of collecting. Leave your keyboards and screens for the weekend, come to the Florida show and connect with the creators, verify the quality of their work and put your trust in the specialist dealers.”