Workshops & Events 2025 - 2026
Summer Clay Days
Our Summer Workshops have become a tradition here at Menston Pottery, and are an opportunity to embark on a larger project or just have a full day of pottery.
This years theme are either "Making a caserole dish with lid" or a "Solar water fountain for the garden".
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The workshop will last from 10:00 until 4:30 and we will have a fuddle for luch. Please note, basic pottery skills are required for this workshop. All materials and tools will be provided, firing cost are extra and dependent on the size of your piece.
Dates:
Week commencing 3rd August and 10th August 2026.
Fee:
£75
If you are interested, get in touch with me: MenstonPottery@gmail.com
Christmas Pottery Workshop
Join us for a festive and hands-on experience that captures the Christmas magic. You will be able to make a hanging angel and some lovely gift tags for your loved ones that can be used again and again. Alternatively, you can bring any project you might like. We will be a small group of maximal 5 students, and you can create pieces with your own unique style.
The workshop will last ca 2 to 2.5 hours and once your pieces are dry and fired, we will glaze them for you. You will be able to pick them up ca 3 weeks after the workshop. This workshop is suitable for all skill levels and we will provide all materials and tools.
Date:
Wednesday, 11th November 2026 19:30 to 22:00, the fee is £55
If you are interested in booking a private event, please get in touch with us.
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Terms and Conditions
Payment and Deposits:
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Full payment is required in advance of the course, payable to Nadine Blakemore.
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Workshop costs include all materials, clay and glazes as well as firing 1 item.
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Firings and Costs:
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Problems with firings are part of ceramics and can be due to a variety of reasons. I will guide you through the making process and support you as much as possible. However, there are many reasons why pieces do not turn out as hoped or sometimes break in the kiln. These can be out of our control. The ultimate risk of failure lies therefore with you, although we do offer re-firings in case of glaze problems (where possible).
Sessions:
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Classes are for adults only (14 years and above) and children over 12 accompanied by an adult.
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Collection of items:
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Your pieces will be stored for up to 2 months, unless agreed otherwise.
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After 2 months, we reserve the right to dispose of your items.
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Food & Drink:
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Mr Health and Mrs Safety are with us in the studio at all times, hence I do not allow any food to be consumed.
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You can bring yourself a drink, but I ask that this is kept in a flask or a container that can be closed securely.
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Cancellations:
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Please understand that I am a small business and cannot offer refunds for cancelation on short notice. Cancellations need to be agreed at least 2 weeks in advance to give me a chance to fill your space.