Q: How do I start learning pottery?

Pick a technique that excites you! You can begin with wheel throwing or hand-building . Both are equally accessible and enjoyable for beginners. Many students start with one and later go on to explore the other as their confidence grows. There’s no right or wrong place to begin - just start with what interests you most.

Q: What are the course fees and what's included?

Your course fee includes: Expert tuition in a friendly, relaxed studio Use of a professional pottery wheel As much clay as you need for practice and project work Storage and wrapping of your work between sessions Prices: Winter Term (Jan - Feb) 2026 // 6 weeks - £180 Spring Term (Feb - Mar) 2026 // 5 weeks - £150

Q: How much does it cost to fire my pottery?

Fired work is charged by weight at £7 per kg , which covers: Clay Glaze Electric kiln firing Example cost: A standard mug usually costs between £2-3 to fire, depending on size.

Question 1

How do I start learning pottery?

Accepted Answer

Pick a technique that excites you!
You can begin with wheel throwing or hand-building. Both are equally accessible and enjoyable for beginners. Many students start with one and later go on to explore the other as their confidence grows.

There’s no right or wrong place to begin - just start with what interests you most.

Question 2

What can I expect from a beginners pottery course?

Accepted Answer

Here’s what you’ll find in our beginner pottery classes at The Clay Mill:

✔️ A warm welcome and relaxed, creative atmosphere
✔️ Over 40 years of combined professional pottery experience
✔️ High-quality materials and well-maintained equipment
✔️ Skilled tuition tailored to beginners and all ability levels
✔️ A supportive community to help you grow your skills
✔️ And of course… a few surprises along the way!

Question 3

What are the course fees and what's included?

Accepted Answer

Your course fee includes:

Expert tuition in a friendly, relaxed studio
Use of a professional pottery wheel
As much clay as you need for practice and project work
Storage and wrapping of your work between sessions

Prices:

Winter Term (Jan - Feb) 2026 // 6 weeks - £180

Spring Term (Feb - Mar) 2026 // 5 weeks - £150

Question 4

How much does it cost to fire my pottery?

Accepted Answer

Fired work is charged by weight at £7 per kg, which covers:

Clay
Glaze
Electric kiln firing

Example cost: A standard mug usually costs between £2-3 to fire, depending on size.

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