Pottery Lessons

Curious about pottery, come and get your hands muddy and discover the magic of the wheel in this relaxed, beginner-friendly 2-hour session. Small classes of up to 5 people. You’ll be guided step-by-step through the basics of throwing clay, with plenty of time to play and experiment. You’ll choose your favourite pot from the session, which I’ll trim, glaze, and fire for you. Your finished piece will be ready to collect a few weeks later, a unique keepsake from your first spin at the wheel. Whether you’re looking to try something new, unwind, or just enjoy a couple of creative hours, this is a great way to dip your toe into the world of pottery. Please note: our classes are designed for makers 14+ years old.

Max 5 participants

Experience the magic of the pottery wheel in this private 2-hour session, perfect for beginners or anyone curious about clay. We'll start with a short demonstration where I’ll guide you through the basic techniques of wheel throwing, centering, shaping, and forming a simple pot. Then it’s your turn! You’ll have plenty of hands-on time at the wheel to practice and create your own piece. At the end of the session, you’ll choose two of your favourite pots to keep. I’ll take care of the trimming, glazing, and firing, and your finished piece will be ready to collect in a few weeks. Want to keep more pots? No problem! Additional pieces are just £10 each to cover firing and material costs. Please note: our classes are designed for makers 14+ years old.

Spend a full day at the wheel learning the fundamentals of pottery in a relaxed, supportive group setting. We'll start with a short demonstration to guide you through the basics of throwing, then you’ll get hands-on time to practice and create your own pieces. The session runs for 6 hours, including a 45 minute lunch break. There are plenty of lovely cafés nearby and along the river if you'd like to head out for food, or you’re welcome to bring your own and enjoy a break at the studio. By the end of the day, you'll have made several pieces, and you’ll get to keep your two favourites, which I’ll trim, glaze, and fire for you after the session. If you’d like to keep more than two, that’s no problem, additional pieces will be weighed and charged based on their weight to cover the materials, glazing, and firings. All materials are included. Just bring your curiosity, clothes you don’t mind getting a little clay on. Aprons provided. Please note: our classes are designed for makers 14+ years old.

Max 5 participants

This hands-on course introduces you to the fundamentals of wheel throwing across five guided sessions. You’ll learn the essential techniques, wedging, centering, pulling, shaping, and trimming, to create your own functional or decorative ceramic pieces. In the final class, we’ll explore glazing, giving you the chance to finish and fire up to 3 of your favourite pieces. If you’d like to keep more than three, that’s no problem, additional pieces will be weighed and charged based on their weight to cover the materials, glazing, and firings. This course is paced gently, with two classes per week, allowing time to rest, reflect, and return to the wheel with fresh energy. Perfect for complete beginners or anyone looking to reconnect with clay in a calm, welcoming space. All tools, materials, and firings are included. Please note: our classes are designed for makers 14+ years old.

Max 5 participants

5 Week Throwing Development Course This course is designed for potters who already have the basics under their belt, if you can confidently center clay and pull up walls, you’re ready to take the next step. Over five weeks, you’ll refine your throwing skills, explore new techniques, and work on more ambitious forms. Through guided projects and one-to-one support, you’ll learn to: *Improve consistency in your throwing * Explore shaping and refining taller and wider forms * Experiment with handles and joining techniques * Develop finishing and surface decoration In the final class, we will glaze up to 3 of your favourite pieces. If you’d like to keep more than three pots, that’s no problem, additional pieces will be weighed and charged based on their weight to cover the materials, glazing, and firings. The course is ideal for those who want to build confidence, stretch their skills, and start creating more complex, personal work. Group sizes are kept small to ensure plenty of individual feedback and hands-on support. 
(all tools and materials included) Please note: our classes are designed for makers 14+ years old.

Max 5 participants

Paper Porcelain Christmas Tree Decoration Workshop Step into the festive season with a creative and relaxing pottery experience! 
Join us for a joyful 2-hour workshop where you’ll make your very own paper porcelain Christmas tree decorations from start to finish. What to Expect During this hands-on session, you’ll work with beautiful paper porcelain clay - a fine white clay perfect for creating delicate festive designs. With friendly, step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to:

 Roll, shape, and cut your porcelain clay into festive forms such as stars, hearts, snowflakes, trees, and baubles.

 Add unique textures and patterns using lace imprints, stamps, and natural materials.

 Personalise your decorations by adding names, initials, dates, or festive messages - perfect as keepsakes or heartfelt handmade gifts. Feeling inspired? You’ll also have the freedom to create your own unique designs, whether that’s experimenting with new shapes, adding special details, or crafting completely original pieces. You’ll be able to keep up to 10 decorations, which will be carefully dried and fired (left unglazed) to retain the elegant, natural finish of porcelain. Enjoy a complimentary glass of Prosecco as you create in a warm, festive studio atmosphere. No previous pottery experience is needed, just come along, relax, and discover the joy of making with porcelain this Christmas. Price: £45 per person
 Duration: 2 hours Your finished decorations will be ready for collection a couple of weeks later, in time to hang on your Christmas tree or gift to loved ones. Please note: this workshop is designed for makers 18+ years old.

Max 6 participants