6-Week Introduction to Pottery Throwing Course

This 6-week hands-on pottery course is perfect for beginners who want to dive into the art of wheel throwing.



2.5 hours Class size 1 to 8 guests       £260

If you have ever wanted to learn how to use the pottery wheel, this six-week course is the perfect activity for you. In this extended workshop, you will learn everything you need to know about the fundamentals of wheel-throwing, guided by expert instructors at every stage. It doesn't matter if you have never even touched clay before – this course will take you through all the basics and intricacies.
Each week of this supportive course builds on the last, allowing you to steadily grow your skills and confidence.
Your journey will begin with learning how to wedge and centre clay, progressing to throwing different forms, before learning trimming techniques and how to add handles. The course culminates in a glazing session where you will add colour and finish your beautiful pieces. By the end, you'll have gained the skills and confidence to officially call yourself a potter!
The course structure follows a clear progression:
Week 1: Throwing, wedging and centring
Week 2: Throwing
Week 3: Throwing
Week 4: Trimming
Week 5: Handles
Week 6: Your pots will be fired this week (no class)
Week 7: Glazing
This course runs every Tuesday or Sunday for six weeks, with the seventh week reserved for glazing. Please arrive promptly, ready to start at 6:30 pm.
You’ll finish this course with a wonderful new skill set and a collection of your very own finished, glazed pieces, representing a truly rewarding creative transformation.
The course is taking place at Our Station Road Studio: 150A Station Road, MK178SG.
Please note, our making area is on the first floor, only accessible via stairs.
What you'll get
Finished pots to take home at the end of the course - all handmade by you!

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 6 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

Upcoming dates for 6-Week Introduction to Pottery Throwing Course

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 4 Oct 2026, 12:13am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 27 Oct 2026 and 5 Jan 2027.

  • Tue 27 Oct 2026, 6:30pm-9pm
  • Tue 5 Jan 2027, 6:30pm-9pm
What you'll get
Finished pots to take home at the end of the course - all handmade by you!
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Knowledge required
Beginner Friendly
Location

150A Station Road, Woburn Sands, Milton Keynes

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Recent reviews of 6-Week Introduction to Pottery Throwing Course

  • 5/5 from Nikita Roach, attended Jul 2026: I decided to do this course because I love pottery and have wanted to learn how to throw for quite a while now. The first lesson was really great, there was a lot of information and we got straight into the process which was really fun. The teacher Fred is really kind, patient and very informative, I am looking forward to the coming weeks of the course and seeing how I i progress. It is a nice intimate class and there is only 4 of us so I feel we all get a good amount of support whilst we learn. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone who has been considering learning some new skills, it is enjoyable.
  • 5/5 from Emma Siddon, attended Jun 2026: Great 1st class, learnt so much and can’t wait for the next class!
  • 5/5 from Andrea Swinsco, attended Feb 2026: First lesson in a six week throwing course. Everyone was very helpful and the atmosphere was very relaxed and friendly
  • 5/5 from Helena Buchanan, attended Sep 2025: I really enjoyed my first class and can’t wait for next week!
  • 5/5 from Nicky Candler, attended Sep 2025: Brilliant class - great fun and already successfully thrown 4 pots and it’s only the first lesson!
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