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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
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Q: Do I need any previous pottery experience?
No. Our classes are beginner-friendly and no previous pottery experience is required.
Q: What happens to my pottery after the class?
If you choose to keep your pieces, they will be fired and glazed in our kiln. Finished pieces are usually ready for collection 4–5 weeks after the class. We’ll email you when they’re ready, so please check your inbox and spam/junk folder
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We can store your finished pieces for one month from the date of our collection email. Due to limited storage space, pieces not collected within this period may be disposed of.
Q: Will my pottery definitely survive the firing process?
Cracking, warping or breakage can occur naturally during firing. We only refund the £5 materials and firing fee if a piece explodes during firing.
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Please arrive 10 minutes before the class starts. If you arrive 30 minutes or more after the scheduled start time, we reserve the right to refuse entry. In this situation, no refund or rescheduling will be offered.
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Participants must be aged 11 or over. This is an adult-paced class, so participants aged 11–17 must be able to work independently. Please contact us if you have any questions before booking.
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Learn how to make your own handmade pottery at this South London class!
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Finding the Studio – Step 1
Facing Taplow House, head to the far right-hand side of the building.
Finding the Studio – Step 2
At the corner of East Street and Thurlow Street, you will find a spiral pedestrian ramp (double layer) leading up to the 2nd floor.
Finding the Studio – Step 3
At the top, turn right and walk along the balcony. Look for Unit 9 (B on the door), next to the white wall. Please knock on the studio door when you arrive!
Welcome to Cernamic
Welcome to our Elephant and Castle studio! 🏺✨
Get comfy, grab an apron, and get ready to get creative!
Clay, tools and aprons are all provided, so all you need to bring is yourself. Feel free to bring your favourite drink, too! ☕️🥤
Watch & Learn
See how it’s done!
Our tutor will give you a live demonstration, showing you how to transform a lump of clay into your very own pot.
Your Turn!
Time to get your hands dirty!
We’ll make your first pot together, step by step, with plenty of guidance along the way.
Don’t worry if it doesn’t go perfectly the first time — you’ll have more chances to try!
Make your own bowls, cups, jugs and more on the wheel.
Get Creative (3 Hour Session)
Want to make even more?
3-hour session only: Enjoy an extra hour of handbuilding!
You can explore different techniques and create pieces such as incense holders, dishes and other fun designs.
Pick Your Favourites
Choose your favourite pieces to keep!
Firing and materials are £5 per piece. Choose from our blue, white or transparent glaze, and we’ll take care of the rest.
(Natural variations in glaze and texture are to be expected.)
Take Home Your Creations
We’ll fire and glaze your pieces, ready to collect in approximately 4–5 weeks. Finished pottery is food-safe, microwave-safe and oven-safe.
We’ll email you when your pieces are ready!
(As ceramics are handmade, natural variations in glaze, texture and size (approximately 15% shrinkage) are to be expected. In rare cases, pieces may crack or break during firing.)
- A minimum of 4 participants is required for the class to go ahead. If fewer than 4 are booked, we may cancel or reschedule.
- A £5 materials and firing fee applies per piece you choose to keep.
- No cancellations or rescheduling are permitted. This does not apply if we cancel the class.
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Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 7 Oct 2026, 3:16am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
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What you'll get
- Clay, aprons and pottery tools are provided.
- Create your own pottery pieces with guidance from our tutor.
- If you’d like to keep your pieces, a £5 materials and firing fee per piece is payable on the day by cash or bank transfer.
- Your pieces will be fired and glazed, and are usually ready for collection 4–5 weeks after the class. We’ll email you when they’re ready.
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Knowledge required
No previous pottery experience is required. This class is suitable for complete beginners.Age RequirementParticipants must be 11 years or older.Participants aged 11–17 are welcome, provided they can work independently in an adult-paced group class. Please read our FAQ before booking for anyone under 18.
What to bring
- Please wear comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting clay on.
- Please keep fingernails short for health and safety reasons.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the class starts to sign in and get ready for the demonstration.
- During warmer weather, we recommend bringing water.
- During colder months, please bring an extra layer as the studio can be cool.
Suitable for
This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hen do.
This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.
FAQ
Do I need any previous pottery experience?
No. Our classes are beginner-friendly and no previous pottery experience is required.
What happens to my pottery after the class?
If you choose to keep your pieces, they will be fired and glazed in our kiln. Finished pieces are usually ready for collection 4–5 weeks after the class. We’ll email you when they’re ready, so please check your inbox and spam/junk folder
How long will you keep my finished pieces?
We can store your finished pieces for one month from the date of our collection email. Due to limited storage space, pieces not collected within this period may be disposed of.
Will my pottery definitely survive the firing process?
Cracking, warping or breakage can occur naturally during firing. We only refund the £5 materials and firing fee if a piece explodes during firing.
Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Bookings are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled or rescheduled, regardless of the reason. This includes illness, injury, transport delays, traffic, emergencies, work commitments, weather conditions or changes to personal circumstances.
What happens if I arrive late?
Please arrive 10 minutes before the class starts. If you arrive 30 minutes or more after the scheduled start time, we reserve the right to refuse entry. In this situation, no refund or rescheduling will be offered.
Can I bring my child?
Participants must be aged 11 or over. This is an adult-paced class, so participants aged 11–17 must be able to work independently. Please contact us if you have any questions before booking.
What happens if my class is cancelled by the studio?
We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a class due to low bookings or circumstances beyond our control. We will always make every effort to provide as much notice as possible. Our usual no-refund/no-rescheduling policy does not apply when a class is cancelled by us.
Your teacher
A rare and hidden pottery Eden in the heart of east London, Stoke Newington. Cernamic studio in Stoke Newington was founded, created, and built during the first lockdown of the pandemic, through hard work, blood, sweat, and tears. Nam and Susi two professional ceramicists run this fun and affordable pottery studio open for everyone from all walks of life.Nam Tran is an award-winning practitioner who gives lectures and demos at universities and exhibits internationally. A ceramic lecturer and head of the departments in design and multi-media with Kensington and Chelsea college. Nam specialises in wheel-thrown raku, bringing years of experience and craftsmanship to every object made.Tran's work is focused primarily on exploring the physical properties of clay and material experimentation is a strong characteristic of his work. He has been developing making enclosed forms that are much stronger than open forms and therefore resonates well with the alternative firing technique he uses. His work is dominated by thrown pieces that subtly echo the urban roots and conceptual design. Nam Tran first made pots as a teenager on a wheel in his own bedroom and remembers being captivated by the experience. With his unique alternatives methods and approach to ceramics, Nam Tran identifies rules and manipulates and bends them.
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