12 Week Beginners Pottery
Wheel Throwing Course
£450 per person, all materials and firings included.
Next Course Dates:
- Term starts: Week beginning 22nd September 2025 
- Structure: 6 weeks of classes, then 1-week break (3rd November), then 6 more weeks 
- Total: 12 weeks of classes over 13 weeks 
- Options: Thursdays 6:30pm-9:00pm OR Sundays 5:00pm-7:30pm 
Course Information: This course guides you through all the essential techniques for making functional pottery on the wheel - mugs, bowls, dishes, and more. All materials included, plus glazing and firing of up to 16 items (other potteries charge per piece!). Extra pots can be fired for a small fee to cover materials and firing costs.
You'll Master the Foundations:
- Preparing clay properly and getting comfortable with the wheel 
- Good posture and wheel setup 
- Centering, pulling even walls, and shaping pots 
- Trimming (turning) your pieces 
- Surface decoration using slips and glazes 
Your tutor will demonstrate extra techniques and take requests - if there's something you're keen to make, just ask!
Past Projects Include:
- Chip & dip platters 
- Candlestick holders 
- Lemon juicers 
- Dog bowls 
- Pasta bowls 
What you make depends on your individual ability - we'll adjust projects to suit your level.
What to Bring:
- Comfortable clothes and shoes you don't mind getting dirty 
- Important: Trim fingernails short, tie back long hair, remove hand jewellery 
Class Details:
- Each session: 2.5 hours (2 hours creating + 30 minutes team clean-up) 
- Please ensure you can attend most sessions before booking - we'll catch you up if you miss a class, but cannot swap days as all classes are at capacity 
- All tools, equipment, and aprons provided 
Bonus Opportunities: Regular weekly "drop-in" sessions available for extra practice! Book up to 6 weeks in advance - these run throughout the week during term time.
By booking, you agree to our T&Cs.
 
                        