Weekly Courses
Looking to dive a little deeper into clay? Our weekly pottery courses are designed to help you build confidence, develop technique, and create a beautiful collection of handmade ceramics to take home.
Each course runs at the same time each week for a set number of weeks, allowing you to progress step-by-step in a relaxed, supportive environment. With expert tuition, small class sizes, and all materials and equipment included, you’ll learn at your own pace while enjoying the creative process.
We currently offer two course levels:
Level 1 – Beginners:
Perfect for complete beginners, these courses cover all the fundamentals of working with clay. The skills taught differ depending on the course you choose.Level 2 – Intermediate:
Designed for those who have completed our Level 1 courses (or have equivalent experience). If you’re unsure if your previous experience is accepted, feel free to give us an email at info@clayworkshop.co.uk
We currently offer Level 2 for throwing only, but plan to expand our intermediate options later in 2026.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or ready to take your skills further, our weekly courses are the perfect way to grow your pottery practice in a calm, creative setting.
Please Note: Due to the nature of the course and set-up, it is difficult to reschedule certain sessions. Please be aware we are a small business and pottery is a time sensitive process so in some cases rescheduling is not possible. However, If we are able to accommodate we will try our best to arrange another session.
Unsure of what course to do? Take our quiz to see which works best for you!
5 Week Throwing Course
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Learn the art of wheel throwing in this structured 5-week course designed to build your confidence and skills at the potters wheel.
From centring and pulling clay to trimming, handles, and glazing, each session guides you step by step toward making your own functional pottery.
Suitable for all beginners - no experience needed.
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£300 per person (includes VAT).
We offer monthly payments via Klarna. Email us at info@clayworkshop.co.uk to pay via this option.
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All clay, tools, glazes, and firing costs.
Expert tuition in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Use of your own dedicated wheel during each session.
The opportunity to create multiple pieces throughout the course.
All glaze is food safe, meaning you can use it for dinnerware at home!
PDF including all techniques and processes with a week by week breakdown.
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We have different course dates throughout the year.
With both daytime (1pm -4pm) and evening (6pm - 9pm) options available, you can find a course time that works perfectly around your week.
5 Week Everything Course
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Discover the joy of clay in this hands on 5-week course covering the fundamentals of both hand building and wheel throwing.
Perfect for complete beginners, you’ll learn techniques such as pinch, coil and slab building, before moving onto the potters wheel.
With expert guidance, you’ll create, decorate and glaze your own unique ceramics to take home and treasure.
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£280 per person (includes VAT).
We offer monthly payments via Klarna. Email us at info@clayworkshop.co.uk to pay via this option.
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All clay, tools, glazes, and firing costs.
Expert tuition in a relaxed, friendly environment.
The opportunity to create multiple pieces throughout the course.
PDF including all techniques and processes with a week by week breakdown.
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We have different course dates throughout the year.
With both daytime (1pm -3:30pm) and evening (6pm - 8:30pm) options available, you can find a course time that works perfectly around your week.
10 Week Everything Course
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Immerse yourself in the full pottery experience with this comprehensive 10-week course exploring hand-building, wheel-throwing, coloured clay and decorative techniques.
You’ll develop both creative and technical skills as you design, make and glaze your own ceramics. Ideal for beginners ready to dive deeper into the world of clay.
Please note: There is a scheduled break between Week 5 and Week 6, making the course 11 weeks in total.
During this break, the studio will be closed. It’s a chance to pause, reflect on what you’ve learned so far, and start planning your glazing choices for Week 7, when we’ll glaze the pieces made in the first half of the course.
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£570 per person (includes VAT).
We offer monthly payments via Klarna. Email us at info@clayworkshop.co.uk to pay via this option.
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All clay, tools, glazes, and firing costs.
Expert tuition in a relaxed, friendly environment.
The opportunity to create multiple pieces throughout the course.
PDF including all techniques and processes with a week by week breakdown.
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We have different course dates throughout the year.
We currently over have an evening slot available for this course (6pm - 8:30pm), but will be putting daytime options in in the future.
10 Week Level 2 Throwing Course
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Take your throwing to the next level with our 10-week intermediate level 2 course for students who’ve completed our 5-week beginner course (or equivalent).
You’ll refine your technique, explore advanced forms like bottles, lidded jars and teapots, and gain a deeper understanding of surface decoration and glazing.
Perfect for those ready to build confidence and consistency on the wheel.
Please note: There is a scheduled break between Week 5 and Week 6, making the course 11 weeks in total.
During this break, the studio will be closed. It’s a chance to pause, reflect on what you’ve learned so far and have tutor feedback.
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£600 per person (includes VAT).
We offer monthly payments via Klarna. Email us at info@clayworkshop.co.uk to pay via this option.
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All clay, tools, glazes, and firing costs.
Expert tuition in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Use of your own dedicated wheel during each session.
The opportunity to create multiple pieces throughout the course.
All glaze is food safe, meaning you can use it for dinnerware at home!
PDF including all techniques and processes with a week by week breakdown.
-
We have different course dates throughout the year.
We currently over have an evening slot available for this course (6pm - 9pm), but will be putting daytime options in in the future.