Pottery classes - Bristol and Experience Gifts
Pottery classes in Bristol are always a good choice in 2024, whether you’re a keen crafter looking for your next creative adventure or just someone searching for fun things to do this weekend! From soothing pottery classes for beginners and adventurous wheel throwing workshops, to delicate ceramic painting classes and relaxing clay sculpting experiences, there really is something for everyone. Planning something fun for your creative gang? From pottery parties for your best pal's birthday to team building activities that will really break the ice, Bristol pottery classes will tick all the boxes!
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Hand Building Pottery Class: 3D Christmas Decorations
2k followers
Only 2 dates left
Bristol
1 to 10 guests
£28
BYOB Hand Building Pottery Class
2k followers
4 years in business
Runs regularly
Bristol
1 to 10 guests
£30
Sculpt and Sip Workshop
5.0 (1)
5k followers
Runs regularly
Cardiff
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£30 - £36
Hand Building Pottery Class: Vase
2k followers
4 years in business
Runs regularly
Bristol
1 to 10 guests
£40
Hand Building Pottery Class: Oven Dish
2k followers
4 years in business
Only 2 dates left
Bristol
1 to 10 guests
£38
Bubbles and Butter Dish Pottery Class
2k followers
4 years in business
Runs regularly
Bristol
1 to 10 guests
£38
Hand Building Pottery Class: Oil Burner
2k followers
4 years in business
Only 2 dates left
Bristol
1 to 10 guests
£35
Sculpt and Sip Workshop
4.5 (2)
5k followers
Only 2 dates left
Bristol
/ Mobile
1 to 30 guests
£30 - £36
4 Week Pottery Course: Dinner Set
2k followers
4 years in business
Only 1 date left
Bristol
1 to 10 guests
£140
Plant Pot Ceramic Painting Workshop
5k followers
Your choice of time
Bristol
4 to 7 guests
£30
Pottery Workshop: Clay and Play
4k followers
1k likes
Your choice of time
Bristol
/ Mobile
10 to 30 guests
£32
Pottery Workshop: Pot Heads at the Pub
4k followers
1k likes
Your choice of time
Bristol
/ Mobile
10 to 20 guests
£32
Ceramic Painting Workshop
3k followers
Your choice of time
Bristol
10 to 100 guests
£40
Mug Making Pottery Class
5.0 (1)
1k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
10 to 40 guests
£40
Air Dry Clay Decoration Making Workshop
Your choice of time
Cardiff
/ Mobile
5 to 30 guests
£25
Festive Ceramic Painting Class
4.9 (30) (for this teacher)
4k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
10 to 50 guests
£36 - £40
Hen Party Ceramic Painting Workshop
4.9 (30) (for this teacher)
4k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
10 to 50 guests
£36 - £40
Team Building Ceramic Painting Class
4.9 (30) (for this teacher)
4k followers
Your choice of time
Comes to you
10 to 50 guests
£36 - £40
Dickorate - Ceramic Penis Painting Workshop - Bristol
3k followers
Your choice of time
Bristol
10 to 100 guests
£35
Hand Building Pottery Class: Halloween
2k followers
4 years in business
Sold out - join waitlist
Bristol
1 to 10 guests
£40
Looking for more options? Please message us or call us on 0488 839 505, and we'll quickly organise a class for your group
Make Mini Plant Pots at Home
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 60 guests
£68
Make Your Own Wand
5.0 (2)
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 40 guests
£57
Clay Crafted Vase Creations
Only 2 dates left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
£64
Paint a Mug at Home
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
£56
Mindful Pottery Making
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 12 guests
£160 - £185
Hand-paint Your Own Jewellery Course
1k followers
Runs regularly
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 25 guests
£42 - £45
Make a Decorative Clay Dish at Home
98% recommend (100+)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 30 guests
£45 - £85
Make Pinch Pots at Home
98% recommend (100+)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 30 guests
£45 - £85
Make a Clay Coil Vase at Home
98% recommend (100+)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 30 guests
£45 - £85
Paint a Mug - Kids
7+ years & Adults
Only 1 date left
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 50 guests
£60
Festive Pottery Painting at Home
4.9 (30) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 98 guests
£27
Kintsugi Box & Repair Kit
4.9 (264) (for this provider)
2k followers
Ships to you
£19 - £29
Ceramic Painting at Home
4.9 (30) (for this teacher)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
1 to 95 guests
£21
Kids' Pottery Party at Home
98% recommend (100+)
5+ years & Adults
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
2 to 30 guests
£40 - £70
Mindful Clay at Home Pack
4k followers
Ships to you
£29
Pottery Painting Craft Kit: Jewellery Dish
1k followers
Ships to you
£19 - £25
Christmas Fridge Magnets for Groups and Team Building
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
6 to 60 guests
£70
Ceramic Christmas Decorations Craft Kit
4.9 (30) (for this provider)
4k followers
Ships to you
£24
Make a Clay Lantern at Home
5.0 (3)
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
5 to 20 guests
£80
Make a Clay Coil Pot at Home
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
5 to 20 guests
£40 - £70
Make a Clay Hanging Decoration at Home
Your choice of time
LIVE STREAMING
Craft kit delivered
5 to 20 guests
£35 - £65
Ceramic Painting Craft Kit
4.9 (30) (for this provider)
4k followers
Ships to you
£21
Egg Cup Painting Kit
4.9 (30) (for this provider)
4k followers
Ships to you
£22
Ceramic Bird Feeder Kit
4.9 (30) (for this provider)
4k followers
Ships to you
£24
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Fun Pottery classes in Bristol
Why pottery classes in Bristol make it easy to get started in ceramics
Our pottery classes in Bristol are a brilliant place to start your clay-making journey. This gentle hobby can be totally absorbing and it’s a great way to get creative with your hands and have fun with your friends. Feeling frazzled after a busy week? Come and find some sensory serenity at one of the brilliant pottery classes Bristol creatives are waiting to share with you!
There’s no need for any previous experience either; your talented instructor will teach you everything you need to know on the day, so whether you’re a seasoned creative looking for ways to spread your wings or a complete beginner, you’ll be in safe hands. Along the way, you'll learn plenty of new techniques to aid you in your creative journey, so whether you want to start gently with a clay sculpting class or throw yourself in at the deep end with one of our teachers' in-depth Bristol pottery courses, you’ll be well-catered for. Fancy something a little different? Why not try your hand at the mindful art of Japanese Kintsugi pottery, or let your hair down at a sculpt and sip experience — the world is your (ceramic) oyster at pottery courses in Bristol!
So if you’re searching for cool things to do in Bristol in 2024, you’d like to get a little creative in your spare time or The Great Pottery Throwdown has just inspired you, roll up those sleeves, tie on an apron and come and unleash your inner potter with us!
Pottery classes in Bristol — what can you expect?
Located at a beautiful, airy artists’ studio in the city (or just outside if you've booked a pottery class in Bath), your Bristol pottery workshop will begin with a quick meet and greet with your instructor and your fellow students. You’ll then be given an introduction to the world of handmade pottery – so whether you’re starting slowly with a little slab building or heading off on a wheel throwing adventure, you’ll have the opportunity to learn all about the craft through some expert demonstrations.
Then, it’s sleeves up, aprons on and time to get those hands dirty! Your teacher will guide you through the process and will show you step-by-step how to transform a lump of clay into a beautiful bowl, perfect plate or gorgeous vase. Feeling wobbly? Not to worry! These Bristol pottery experiences and ceramic painting classes are designed with the beginner in mind, and your teacher will stay by your side the whole time to help you make something amazing.
Don’t fancy starting your pottery making journey alone? Our pottery classes in Bristol make ideal group activities, so whether you’re looking for a creative way to spend time with friends, or there’s a special occasion coming up, a pottery class is the ideal choice! From hen do activities for an adventurous bride to date night ideas that'll surprise and delight your partner, our selection of pottery courses in Bristol will give you plenty of ideas to make it a day to remember!
What you should try for your first pottery class
With all the options available for Bristol pottery classes, you might be looking for inspiration for what to make for your first class. For your initial session, we suggest creating a simple yet beautiful piece - a ceramic mug. It's the perfect start for beginners as it introduces you to core techniques such as shaping, glazing and finishing in an exciting, hands-on way. Plus, not only will you experience the joy of moulding clay into a functional object, but once complete, you'll have a unique handmade mug to take home - proof of your newfound skill and a symbol of your creative journey.
As well as making beautiful things, did you know that spending a little time getting creative is great for your physical and mental health? Getting stuck into a pottery class is a soothing but active way to switch off, relax and escape the stresses and strains of everyday life – you’ll be able to knead and smooth your cares away from the comfort of a beautiful artists’ studio in the city.
Not only will you leave feeling completely rejuvenated, you’ll have had a physical workout too! Pottery and clay making are great for keeping those joints supple and wrists strong, as the repetitive kneading and moulding actions really help to keep them in shape. So whether you’re wheel throwing, hand building or ceramic painting, you can count on our pottery classes in Bristol to boost your wellbeing!
