Pottery Wheel Throwing Taster Class

Beginner Pottery Wheel Throwing Class — Try It for Yourself in London



1.5 hours Class size 1 to 8 guests    

  £40 - £60 (£40 for Craft: Make a pot; £60 for Art: Make, paint & fire a pot)

Looking to get creative and try something new? This beginner-friendly pottery class in London is the perfect way to explore the art of wheel throwing — no experience needed!
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of making pottery on the wheel, guided step-by-step by experienced staff, who bring over 17 years of pottery know-how and a relaxed, welcoming teaching style.
With a small class size (max 8 people), you’ll get plenty of individual attention as you learn how to centre your clay, shape your pot, and enjoy the process of creating something from scratch.
Whether you're flying solo, planning a unique date, or coming with friends, you’ll leave feeling proud, grounded, and maybe even a little addicted to the wheel!
Choose Your Creative Experience:
CRAFT – Make a Pot (Take It Home Same Day) Best for one-off experiences & instant creativity.
Use air-dry clay to make your pots, and take them home immediately in a protective box. Once dry, you can paint them at your leisure (we’ll explain how). These are perfect for display — but not food-safe or waterproof.
ART – Make, Paint & Fire a Pot. Perfect for those who want to glaze, fire, and use their creation as it will be food safe, microwave, oven and dishwasher safe once glazed.
This option includes two visits:
  • Your pottery wheel throwing workshop
  • A return visit 1-8 weeks later (Tues 6:30pm - 8 pm or Sat 11 am - 12:30 pm) for a 1.5-hour painting session
We’ll dry and fire your pots twice in our kiln (up to 1220°C) — a process that takes 2–3 weeks. Once fired, your pots will be food-safe, oven- and dishwasher-friendly. You’ll have up to 12 weeks to collect them or request delivery (extra fee applies).
Why People Love This Class:
It’s fun, hands-on, and instantly rewarding
It’s calming and grounding
You create something uniquely yours
Supportive, expert teaching
Perfect for pairs, pals or solo time
A memorable London experience
Location Bonus:
Held at the unique Trinity Buoy Wharf — with river views of the O2, the city’s only lighthouse, and a creative atmosphere — you can explore the wharf, grab a bite at Orchard Café, or head over to Canary Wharf for drinks - this isn’t just a class, it’s an experience.
On 12, 13, 19 & 20 September, we’ll be taking part in London Open House Festival!
It’s a brilliant weekend to visit Trinity Buoy Wharf, with lots of studios open to explore, sculptures coming to life, the lighthouse open to visit and plenty happening across the site 11am-4pm.
Please expect a little extra buzz in the studio, with various activities happening alongside our normal sessions.

Upcoming dates for Wheel Throwing Taster Class

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 4 Oct 2026, 10:20am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

4 upcoming dates between 10 Oct 2026 and 24 Oct 2026.

  • Sat 10 Oct 2026, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Sat 10 Oct 2026, 4:30pm-6pm
  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 2pm-3:30pm
  • Sat 24 Oct 2026, 4:30pm-6pm
What you'll get
All the materials, tools and equipment to make one ceramic pot per person.
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Knowledge required
beginner-friendly
What to bring
We will supply an apron, but it can get a little messy, so please do not wear your best clothes.
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

Location

Art Craft Studios - Studio 2, Trinity Buoy Wharf, Orchard Place, London E14 0JW

Art Craft Studios is located at Trinity Buoy Wharf, 64 Orchard Place, E14 0JW. Our nearest tubes are East India (10min walk) & Canning Town (12 mins walk). Parking is available, but spaces are limited (2 cars at a time).

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Recent reviews of Wheel Throwing Taster Class

  • 5/5 from Jay Goodall, attended Aug 2026: Great class and Amanda was lovely, very attentive and helpful throughout. The session itself was well designed with plenty of time playing on the wheel and learning how to throw a bowl or pot. Looking forward to going back to paint!
  • 5/5 from Esther, attended Aug 2026: Did a wheel-throwing taster class and it was absolutely the best! The teacher was so lovely, patient and attentive, and of course an excellent teacher too. I had such a great time and I’m already excited to come again!
  • 5/5 from Sebastian Otero, attended Aug 2026: It was such a fun class! Amanda was great at explaining all the techniques patiently and with great care. Would totally recommend!!
  • 5/5 from Sophie Banerjee, attended Aug 2026: It was a great intro class! Exactly the right level, really kind and knowledgeable instructor. Would recommend!!
  • 5/5 from Roberta Piani, attended Jul 2026: It was a birthday gift. I am not creative, so I took it as a challenge…..but it enjoyed it. Clear steps of the process.
  • 5/5 from Reza Mafi, attended Jul 2026: First time trying wheel throwing, and we absolutely loved it! Amanda is a fantastic teacher, very patient and took the time to help my parents every step of the way, making sure they felt comfortable and kept up with the class. Definitely recommend it!
  • 5/5 from Alexandra Boldijar, attended Jul 2026: Loved it! Both me and my best friend done it for the first time and it was amazing. Amanda was very patient and gave us all the help we needed. Can’t wait to come back for the painting session. I really recommend it to everyone. Best way to celebrate my best friend birthday! ️
  • 5/5 from Evelyn Korankye, attended Jun 2026: What a fab class! Amanda is a super skilled, very lovely, patient teacher. This taster session was a real pleasure and 100% gave me the itch to have regular classes. As a first timer, the pace was perfect for me. I have chronic pain and Amanda provided adjustments for me that were very welcomed. I'm looking forward to returning to Amanda's studio to decorate my piece. Highly recommend!
  • 5/5 from Farhana Akhtar, attended May 2026: I went with my 12 year old daughter. It was a fantastic way to spend a couple of hours. Great fun and very patient and friendly teacher. We both had a lot of fun and would definitely recommend!
  • 5/5 from Diana Rocha, attended May 2026: Amanda was lovely and so helpful! It was my first time and it is definitely harder than it looks. The class was full and I believe everyone had fun. Can't wait to get back to paint it and fire it in the kiln. Thank you so much Amanda. X
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended May 2026: It was my first time wheel throwing, it was so fun and healing touching the clay, and the teacher is friendly and helpful, would recommend to friends.
  • 5/5 from Jess Lammin, attended May 2026: Fantastic pottery wheel throwing class. Lovely studio and location, Amanda was a great teacher, informative, thorough and helpful. My husband and I booked it for a special occasion and both thoroughly enjoyed it. Looking forward to going back to decorate in a few weeks. Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Deepen Patel, attended May 2026: An amazing wheel throwing pottery class with an excellent teacher! Learned how to throw, centre and make an cup! Loved the experience and had so much fun! Would definitely recommend
  • 5/5 from Carmen Thomas, attended May 2026: Was not sure what to expect but it was a great class. Harder than I thought (when I watch on the TV). Great teacher, small group, so if you needed help she was always available. Will definitely book again..
  • 5/5 from Monika Konwinska-Bakaj, attended May 2026: We had such a wonderful experience at the wheel throwing class! My daughter and her friends absolutely loved every moment. The teacher was kind, patient, and maden the class so fun and engaging for the girls. They were all so proud of what they created and have been talking about it ever since. We would definitely love to come back again for another session. Thank you for such a lovely experience! Monika
  • 5/5 from Carlo de Filippis, attended Apr 2026: The teacher was really professional and welcoming it was such a nice experience
  • 5/5 from Kathryn Hampson, attended Mar 2026: Was a lot of fun! I think it was good that you got a couple of tries once we had the talk through. I would recommend and go again!
  • 5/5 from Belema Wakama, attended Mar 2026: I totally loved and enjoyed this class. The teacher, Clare was so patient and kind - she made us feel comfortable and free while learning. She took her time to teach us and work us through the process.
  • 5/5 from Melanie Oak, attended Mar 2026: What a fantastic class we attended this weekend. Great place, fun environment and the teacher was fantastic. She made sure we all knew what we were doing and was very attentive. I managed to throw a terrific pot together. Can't wait to go back and paint it. Would highly recommend to anyone.`
  • 5/5 from Zack, attended Mar 2026: The teacher was very encouraging and knowledgeable, I particularly liked the fact I was able to experiment but had someone to turn to for advice and assistance
  • 5/5 from Jessie Harper, attended Feb 2026: Really good fun
  • 5/5 from Haruka Fujita, attended Feb 2026: We took the class for part of our anniversary celebration. It was quite unique and fun experience which was perfect to spend afternoon! We are excited to come back for painting our pottery.
  • 5/5 from Ivana Lavrin, attended Feb 2026: Such a great fun experience teacher super nice and helpful also love that it’s a smaller class, also in a really cool area
  • 5/5 from Joshua Cargua, attended Feb 2026: Teachers were friendly and very helpful but also let you get on with it on your own so you can make your own piece of art. Very enjoyable with friends or a date!
  • 5/5 from Jane Thompson, attended Feb 2026: A friendly and fun class!
  • 5/5 from Andrea A, attended Feb 2026: We had a great time during the class; the activity was really relaxing and a lot of fun, and the teacher had a lot of patience and was very helpful. Totally recomendate in any ocasion
  • 5/5 from Richard, attended Feb 2026: We joined a Valentine's Day special class with my partner and we had a fantastic time. Claire was very friendly and provided us with a good mix of guidance and hands on experience. Looking forward to joining back again.
  • 5/5 from Awura-Adjua Eshun, attended Feb 2026: Great class! Teacher explained everything well - was much harder than expected but we were guided and given 2 chances. Very friendly environment and great value for money :)
  • 5/5 from Ansar, attended Jan 2026: Amazing tutor! Great teaching style, warm and encouraging and fantastic studio set up - will be back for more!
  • 5/5 from Umar Khan, attended Jan 2026: Clare was a wonderful instructor and this was a great class to learn the basics of pottery wheel throwing! Clare was supportive and helpful throughout, providing guidance and helping out where I struggled. I can highly recommend this session and look forward to the final result once I finish the painting!
  • 5/5 from Vicky Adnitt, attended Jan 2026: My partner and I had a great time at the Pottery Class. We are absolute beginners but the teacher guided us through making our first two pots! Relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I hope to revisit in the near future.
  • 4/5 from Sukhjeen Kaur, attended Jan 2026: Teacher was very knowledgeable and enjoyed how relaxed the session was and getting to see each stage of the making process.
  • 5/5 from Diana Kazharova, attended Nov 2025: Amanda was amazing, giving very clear instructions! Loved the piece that I’ve ended up with after the first session
  • 5/5 from Dori, attended Nov 2025: Really loved the session and the pot we created. The instructor was really helpful and hands on, would definitely recommend.
  • 5/5 from Jason Bloor, attended Nov 2025: A very informative first class. We both really enjoyed the session. We will be returning with friends.
  • 5/5 from Bhavika Vazirani, attended Nov 2025: Amazing experience, warm environment and unlimited space was given to explore our craft. Amanda was encouraging.
  • 5/5 from Mahnaaz, attended Oct 2025: We had a work social at the Art Craft Studios and everyone had an amazing time! The staff were so lovely and welcoming adding to our experience. We all felt very comfortable in trying new techniques and skills, will definitely return! Thank you for providing such a great space to learn but also relax.
  • 5/5 from Swetha Thayalasamy, attended Sep 2025: Amanda was so patient and clear with her instructions. She was also so lovely which helped make this experience so fun and relaxing. The studio is so adorable and it was a lot of fun and I will definitely be going back. It was honestly such a relaxing and calming experience.
  • 5/5 from Coralie Michel, attended Sep 2025: The class was great, tought by Amanda who was very informative and showed us how to work the wheel and make our own piece to bring home. The studio is nice with lots to see around. I would recommend this class, even for children. My 7 year old loved it!
  • 5/5 from Heather, attended Sep 2025: I have never learned how to do pottery and wanted to learned. Class was taught. Learned a lot and had a lot of fun. Pottery is harder than I thought and want to try again. The venue was very welcoming.
  • 5/5 from Paul Jenkins, attended Sep 2025: We had a fab time making our pots. We were a family of 4 with two under 12 and Amanda took the time with all of us so that we knew what to do. The kids said it was awesome.
  • 5/5 from Fiza Akram, attended Aug 2025: The class was extremely informative and we got a lot of hands on experience. I would highly recommend this class to everyone as the instructor was very encouraging.
  • 5/5 from Surbhi Chaturvedi, attended Aug 2025: Class was very insightful and fun, learnt a lot and the teacher was amazing!!
  • 5/5 from Ashley Dean, attended Aug 2025: Wonderful experience! As a beginner Amanda was super easy to follow and also very patient. We loved it!
  • 5/5 from Irina Zubkova, attended Jul 2025: Well explained and interesting class, thank you!
  • 5/5 from Rachel Pearce, attended Jul 2025: Was a father and daughter day out together, and Amanda has a great space that’s very calming and inspirational. She’s a natural teacher and very patient. We both loved our time making our pots and vases! Will love to come back.
  • 5/5 from Emma Taylor, attended Jul 2025: Wow, what a fantasitic afternoon in Amanda's studio! I booked a team-building afternoon there, everyone really enjoyed the class, a perfect mix of learning the technical skills of pot throwing, and a relaxed environment where we could all enjoy the session. We can't wait to return to collect our pots!
  • 5/5 from Mary Drexel Maquiling, attended Jul 2025: Very lovely instructor and very accommodating. Explained the details well enough for us to understand as first timers. Will be back again for another sessions soon. We love the ambiance of the place. Recommend!
  • 5/5 from Sandra, attended Jun 2025: Amazing introduction to throwing clay on the wheel. With help from Amanda I managed to make a cute charcuterie bowl :D It's functional! I will definitely come back for booster lessons!
  • 5/5 from Daniel Samuel, attended Jun 2025: A really fun experience, the time just flew by! Didn’t really know what to expect at first but I really enjoyed myself. It’s also much harder than it looks! Amanda (the teacher) was very helpful and friendly too. I would definitely recommend this activity to others!
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Art Craft Studios
Art Craft Studios

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At Art Craft Studios, we’re all about sparking creativity, building skills, and offering a space to try something new — whether you're flying solo or bringing along friends and family. No matter your experience level, you're always welcome here.
Our London-based studio offers a wide range of hands-on workshops, from pottery to textiles, all set in a warm and inspiring environment. The studio is run by Amanda — a ceramicist with a Master’s degree and over 17 years of experience — who leads all pottery sessions with care and expertise, alongside talented guest teachers Valeria & Clare.
We keep our workshop sizes small to ensure a more personal, relaxed experience. You can also book private sessions or family-friendly group classes designed to be as fun as they are enriching.
We're based in a unique London Location at Trinity Buoy Wharf, this riverside creative hub features London’s only lighthouse, amazing views of the O2, and a buzzing art scene. Make a day of it — explore the wharf, grab coffee at Orchard Café, or hop over to Canary Wharf for drinks afterward.
We look forward to welcoming you to the studio. See you soon!
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