Taster Pottery Wheel Throwing Experience

Enjoy a taste of throwing on the wheel at this beginner friendly pottery class in Torquay.



1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 4 (public classes), 5 to 12
  £45 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Demonstration

Demonstration

Your instructor will show you how to throw your pot start to finish.


It's Your Turn

It's Your Turn

Have fun spinning your own pots on the wheel.


Guidence

Guidence

Your instructor will be on hand to help if needed.


Choose Your Favourite Pot

Choose Your Favourite Pot

Once your session is finished, choose your favourite pot.


We Kiln Fire To Blank Pottery

We Kiln Fire to Blank Pottery

We'll kiln fire your favourite pot to bisque (blank pottery)


Optional Extra Return To Paint

Optional Extra Return to Paint

You can return to paint your pot in our special vibrant underglazes once fired to blank pottery. We'll fire your pot once more to make it shiny & food/water safe.


Join this pottery class in Torquay and discover the therapeutic joy of creating with clay.
You'll start your session with a friendly rundown of the basics before watching a live demo that reveals the magic of throwing on the potter's wheel. Then, it's your turn to get hands-on. You'll jump in and explore the rewarding experience of shaping your own pot – or perhaps even two! Once you've finished, you can pick your favourite masterpiece for us to fire in the kiln. We're always on hand to offer as much or as little assistance as you need, making this a low-pressure environment perfect for anyone who has always fancied giving the wheel a spin.
Everything is set up for you to have fun, including aprons to protect your clothes, though it's still a good idea to wear something you don't mind getting a little messy. You should allow up to 1.5 hours for this experience, ensuring you have plenty of time to find your flow.
By the end of the session, you'll have gained a newfound confidence in your creative abilities and a unique keepsake to cherish. Your finished pottery will be ready to collect in approximately 6 – 8 weeks, or we can arrange to post it to you for an additional charge.
Optional extras – Available to choose or purchase on the day:
  • Return to paint
  • Additional pots made
  • Packing and posting
Please note: This class is suitable for up to four people, with one person per wheel so you get the full experience. You'll receive a text when your creations are ready for collection.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 2 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.
What you'll get
Their finished artwork.
Knowledge required
This workshop is beginner-friendly. Your instructor will be on hand to help if needed.
What to bring
Clothes you won't mind getting a little messy.

FAQ

What age is this suitable for?
This workshop is for 18yrs+
Can I request other dates?
Yes, we also run these sessions on Saturdays & Sundays. Please message us and we'll see if we have space in our weekend sessions.
Is there parking onsite?
No there is not parking onsite however the is a carpark a few minutes walk from us. There is also free on street parking nearby.
Location

Poppins Pottery - 52 Fore Street, St Marychurch, Torquay

We reccommend parking in the Chilcote Close Car Park or nearby on street parking. Our studio location is What3words - / / /hood.spots.code

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We are a family run business set in the lovely St Marychurch area of Torquay. We have been operating from our current studio for nearly two years now but have been running Poppins Pottery for 15 years in total (time flies). We love what we do and create everything we make with care - 95% of pottery available to paint is made by us and there's always something quirky ready to go. Our workshops are held in our studio, at schools and local fairs/other events. You can rest assured your hosts are knowledgeable, experienced and friendly.
Pottery wheels, clay sculpting and Pottery painting are all on offer to relax, have fun and get a little creative!

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