Members Single Session
For experienced potters to enjoy flexible, self directed studio time with access to all the essentials you need to develop your pottery skills at your own pace.
Join our small friendly group of potters for a relaxing evening.
Share skills over a cuppa and some snacks while making fantastic pottery!
o 2.5 hour session
o £36 per single use
Includes:
o Use of Pottery Wheel or Table Space, clay, tools and house glazes
o Free bisque firings
o Your own studio shelf
o Snacks and refreshments
o Opportunity to sell your pottery in our Studio Gallery
Extra Cost
Glaze Firing charge of £1.00 per 100g (weighed after bisque firing)
Example: 300g pot = £3.00
Booking options:
o A wheel space (for throwing/turning/decorating work)
o A table space (for hand-building/glazing/decorating work)
Membership Options:
o £36 per single session
o 4 sessions - £140
o 8 sessions - £265
Each use includes 2.5 hours of studio access
Allocated dates and times set for members:
Every Mon, Thurs & Sun 6.30pm - 9pm
You are welcome to drop in during daytime opening hours but we recommend booking to avoid disappointment.
Please note:
o We recommend completing the 4-Week Throwing Course before becoming a member.
o You can become a member, doing hand-building, if you have good experience in making and glazing. This option does not include use of Wheels.
o All members work self-directed (no tuition at these sessions)
o Please bring an apron and small towel to each session
o Please respect other potters and guests in the studio by cleaning up after yourself and return all tools and equipment as you would expect to find them.
Collecting your pots
If you haven't collected your pots within 3 months, we will assume you no longer need them, and we will discard them due to space requirements in the studio.
Health and Safety
o Participants must follow all instructions given by studio staff.
o Long hair must be tied back and jewellery must be removed before using the wheels.
o Do not book this class if you have a pace maker.
Keswick Clay Studio reserves the right to refuse participation to anyone whose behaviour may compromise the safety or enjoyment of others.
Arrival
Please arrive 5 minutes before the session starts. Late arrivals may miss important safety information. We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone arriving more than 15 minutes late, and no refund will be given.
Cancellation by Keswick Clay Studio
In the unlikely event that Keswick Clay Studio needs to cancel a session, customers will be offered either
o a full refund; or
o a transfer to an alternative session date (subject to availability)
Postage
While every care is taken, pottery is fragile and we cannot accept responsibility for items damaged in transit.
Breakages
Pottery is made from natural materials and is subject to the risks of drying and firing. Occasionally pieces may crack, warp or break during the making or firing process. While rare, Keswick Clay Studio cannot guarantee the successful firing of any item and no refunds will be provided for work lost due to these circumstances.
Studio Information
Please not that the toilet is located on the first floor.
Health and Safety
Participants must follow all instructions given by studio staff. Long hair must be tied back and jewellery must be removed before using the wheels.
Do not book this class if you have a pace maker.
Keswick Clay Studio reserves the right to refuse participation to anyone whose behaviour may compromise the safety or enjoyment of others.
Acceptance
By booking a session, you confirm that you have read and accepted these Terms and Conditions.
