The Highlights

A 2 hour pottery session learning how to handbuild with clay
You'll be taught simple handbuilding techniques such as slabbing and coil building
You'll also learn simple surface decoration techniques
You could create a mug, bowl, vase or ornament
Ideal for everyone, even those who've never done pottery before
There's the option to have your pieces fired and glazed (for an additional cost)
Exchangeable Experience Gift

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Margate

The Main Event

This Introduction to Handbuild Pottery Experience is perfect for anyone who's ever wanted to get their hands dirty and try something new. This two-hour session is the ideal way to explore the world of pottery.

Whether you're a complete beginner or simply looking to have fun with the kids, this hands-on pottery experience offers a welcoming and relaxed environment to start your creative journey. You’ll be guided step by step through the basics of handbuilding techniques, such as slabbing and coil building, and you’ll even get to try your hand at surface decoration.

In just two hours, you’ll create your very own functional pottery piece, like a mug, bowl, vase, or ornament, all while enjoying the process of shaping and sculpting the clay. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you can learn to craft something special! It’s an ideal experience for anyone who loves crafting, getting creative, or just wants to try something new in a fun and social setting.

Perfect for families, friends, or individuals, this session is great for all ages, and the whole family can enjoy creating together.

Important Bits

Important to Note

At the end of the session you can decide if you would like to have your pieces fired and glazed for an additional cost of £4-£12/piece depending on the size and volume, which is payable on the day.

Or if you're not interested in keeping your clay pieces, the clay can be recycled.

When

Available on Saturdays 10:30am to 12:30pm.

Other days can be booked for groups of 2 or more.

Please allow 2 hours for this pottery experience.

Validity

Your voucher is valid for 12 Months from the date of issue.

Please note you must have booked and taken your experience before the expiry date.

Who Can Go

There is no minimum age however under 16's must be accompanied by a participating adult (18+)

What about Insurance?

The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

How it Works

All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.

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