Pottery Classes & Workshops
Get Hands-On, Have Fun, and Make Something Beautiful — Pottery Workshops in Exmouth
Come and play with clay, try something new, and leave with your very own handmade creation. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a more experienced maker, our friendly studio offers long courses, short tasters, children’s sessions and social evenings — all designed for hands-on fun and real results.
Everyone welcome — from first-timers to regulars.
Learn with your hands: wheel throwing & handbuilding.
Meet people, have laughs, and make keepsakes.
All work fired & glazed — take home your pieces.
Long Courses & Skill Development
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7 Week Handbuilding Course
£200
Tactile handbuilding fun
Explore slabs, coils, pinching; perfect for hands-on clay lovers.
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7 Week Handbuilding & Throwing Course
£225
Combine techniques
Handbuilding + wheel throwing skills with a diverse collection of pieces.
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7 Week Throwing Course
£315
Step-by-step wheel throwing.
Learn basics to fully formed pots, take home your creations.
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4 Week Throwing Course
£180
Quick creative boost
Fundamentals of wheel throwing in a short 4-week course.
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Private Throwing Lessons
From £70
1:1 personalized tuition
Tailored to your skill level for focused guidance and practice.
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The Great Clay Challenge
£225
8-week hands-on creative journey.
Inspired by The Great Pottery Throwdown, culminating in a special exhibition of your work.
One Day Courses & Taster Sessions
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One Day Throwing Course
£140
Full-day intro at the wheel
Learn fundamentals and take home your piece.
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Two hour Throwing Taster
£55
Fun intro session
Ideal for first-timers, dates, or birthdays. Create 2–4 pots.
Pottery Workshops at the Pub
£35pp
Enjoy a relaxed, hands-on pottery experience in the welcoming surroundings of Crossed Anchors Brewery pubs — hosted at The Grapevine, Exmouth and The Old Fire Station, Topsham. With a freshly brewed pint or your favourite drink from the bar in hand, it’s the perfect way to unwind, get creative, and have a laugh with friends.
Choose from a range of beginner-friendly workshops, from mugs and vases to bowls, tankards, and seasonal projects. Every session is designed to be fun, social, and totally achievable in one sitting, with step-by-step guidance throughout — no experience needed.
Bring friends, plan a relaxed date night, or simply treat yourself to a creative evening out. You’ll design and hand-build your piece during the session, then we’ll fire and finish it for you to collect later.
A feel-good night of clay, craft, and craft beer — hosted by Crossed Anchors Brewery. What could be better?
Children & Family Workshops
Children’s Throwing Taster — 1.5 Hours
£35
A brilliant introduction to the pottery wheel for young creatives. In this fun and relaxed session, children learn the basics of throwing, try out the wheel for themselves, and make one or two small pots to be fired and finished. Ideal for curious beginners and kids who love getting messy and trying something new.
Family Handbuilding or Throwing Workshop
From £55
A joyful clay experience for families looking to make memories together. Learn the basics of wheel throwing or handbuilding side-by-side, create your own pots, and enjoy a shared creative moment that everyone — from kids to grown-ups — can take part in. A wholesome, hands-on way to connect and create something unique as a family.
Pots & Tots — 1-Hour Make & Paint Sessions
£10
A playful clay session designed especially for little makers. Children can handbuild a simple pot or sculpture, then paint it in bright colours before it’s fired in the studio. A gentle, sensory, hands-on workshop that’s perfect for building creativity and confidence — with a finished piece to proudly take home.
Summer Handbuilding Drop-In Sessions
£10
Relaxed, creative drop-in workshops running throughout the summer holidays. Perfect for parents and children, these 1-hour sessions explore simple handbuilding projects — pinch pots, small sculptures, tiles, and more. No booking pressure, no long commitment — just easy, summery creativity with clay.
Bring a Bottle — Pottery & Prosecco Nights at the Studio
£35pp
A fun, feel-good clay workshop with your favourite tipple in hand. Bring a bottle, pour a glass, and settle in for a relaxed evening of handbuilding — from mugs and pinch pots to small sculptures and personalised creations.
With music playing, plenty of laughter, and a friendly, easygoing atmosphere, this workshop is perfect for girls’ nights, birthdays, date nights, or just a much-needed creative escape. You’ll shape and decorate your own piece, and we’ll fire and finish it for collection later.
Clay, conversation, and a cold drink — the ultimate unwind.
What People Say About Our Workshops
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Highly recommend being taught by Chloe! The studio is light and airy, and class sizes are small which is perfect for beginners. Sessions are well-structured and Chloe is very attentive, but she also lets you be autonomous in your work and supports your ideas. Chloe is someone you can always have a laugh with, so even if your hands are getting tired, it’s still fun! If you’re debating it, just go for it - you won’t regret it!!
Nel Bramwell
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Absolutely amazing pottery class! It’s not that easy like you think it would be but you will definitely have a lot of fun and create something unique!
Monika Snuszka
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Such a great workshop with Chloe, i did the class with a group of friends the Vase & Vino. 100% recommend we had so much fun, can’t wait to get booked in for another
Lily Davey-Presland
FAQs
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The studio is ground floor with ramp access.
If you have a disability or specific requirements, please contact us prior to your lesson so we can accommodate you.
Mobile workshops are also available — contact hello@clodpots.com for details.
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No prior experience is required for our courses and taster sessions. Everyone from complete beginners to more experienced makers can enjoy the workshops. Class sizes are small which allows me to tailor tuition to the individual therefore most classes are mixed ability.
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Wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy. We provide aprons, but clay can sometimes find its way onto clothing. Closed-toe shoes are recommended in the studio.
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For social workshops (BYOB, pub nights), feel free to bring/purchase your own drinks. Some workshops may include tea, coffee, or water. Always check the session description for details.
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Absolutely! We offer tailored private lessons, corporate workshops, and birthday parties. Contact us to discuss dates, group size, and special requests.
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Can I cancel or change my booking?
Rescheduling / Transfers:
Changes to your booking can be made up to 14 days before the course start date at no extra cost.
Transfers are subject to availability, and Clod Pots is not obliged to offer a suitable alternative.
Each booking can only be transferred once; further transfer requests will be treated as a cancellation.
If you do not attend after the 14-day period, we cannot provide alternative booking slots.
Payments:
All course payments must be made in full via our website booking system, including any booking fees.
Delegate Substitution:
You may nominate a substitute delegate at any time before the course at no additional cost.
Cancellations & Refunds:
All cancellations must be sent by email to hello@clodpots.com.
If a participant fails to attend, full course fees are payable.
Under the Consumer Protection (Distance Selling) Regulations 2000, you may cancel your booking within 7 working days of receiving your confirmation.
There is no right to cancel if the course begins within this 7-day period.
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Pieces that require firing are usually ready 6–8 weeks after your session.
We will contact you by email to arrange pickup or delivery.
Please check your spam/junk folder if you don’t see our email.
We hold finished pieces for up to 2 months after notification; uncollected items after this period may be disposed of.
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Yes! Gift vouchers are available and can be redeemed for any workshop. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or special occasions.
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Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
They cannot be redeemed for cash and are non-refundable after 24 hours of purchase.
If gifting a voucher, we recommend checking with the recipient after a couple of months to ensure they’ve used it.
To use your gift voucher you will need to email us directly at hello@clodpots.com they cannot be used at the checkout online unless purchasing handmade ceramics from the shop.
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Yes. By booking or attending a class, you are deemed to have read, understood, and accepted Clod Pots’ Terms & Conditions and Advice & Safety information.
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Some workshops include firing for up to two pieces; extra pieces are £5 each.
For self-directed sessions, additional firing costs may vary by size — check the booking page.
Finished work is held for up to 2 months after firing; uncollected work may be recycled.
Postage is available at £7 per item.
Clod Pots cannot guarantee against damage during firing and offers no compensation for breakage.
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Pieces are usually ready within 6–8 weeks.
Occasionally delays may occur due to kiln faults or engineer availability.
If you haven’t received a collection email after 8 weeks, please contact hello@clodpots.com.