Service Description

Come and join us for a pottery throwing course, guaranteed to unleash the artist in you! These sessions run on the following Wednesday nights - 14th Oct, 21st Oct, 4th Nov & 11th Nov. Sessions run from 6-8:30pm.  The course consists of 4 x 2.5 hour sessions, taught in small groups of up to 5 people by experienced potter Nicola Bradburn. This course is designed to give you more time to hone in your throwing skills on a pottery wheel. You will receive expert tuition on how to wedge, centre and shape the clay into shapes such as cylinders and bowls, as well as learning how to fettle and trim your creations!  At the end of the course you can choose your favourite four items to be finished off and bisque fired. Any additional items can be fired for £2 each. You can come back to paint your pots in Cafe Ceramica for an additional £10 studio fee per person or we can add a simple clear glaze free of charge. Classes are for over 12s only. FAQs How long is the session?  Each session is 2.5 hours long to allow you to have a go at throwing two pots, this time also includes a short drink break and clean up time at the end! Courses consist of 4 sessions.  If I miss a session, can I reschedule? It's important that you attend all four sessions of the course. If you miss any, unfortunately you will not be able to reschedule or receive a refund for that session.  When will my pot be ready? Your pots will be ready 3-4 weeks after your session, we will email you when it's ready for collection! Can I paint my pot after firing? Absolutely! You can book a session with our friends at Cafe Ceramica to paint your pots. There is a £10 studio fee per person with this option. Alternatively, you can take your pot as it is or you can have use glaze it clear for no extra charge! What should I wear? Make sure don't wear anything fancy, clay is very messy! Your nails will need to be short and make sure long hair is tied back.  I need to cancel my session/course, can I get a refund?  Cancellations and exchanges can be offered up to 7 days prior to the date of a taster session or the start of a course.