FAQs | The Clayrooms

How long are your workshops?

Our workshops are between 90 minutes and 2 hours.

If I don't manage to turn up will I get a refund?

If you have to cancel for whatever reason, within the week before the event, and that space cannot be filled in time, you will NOT be entitled to a refund.

I want to book onto a course, but can't...what should I do?

We don't have waiting lists for our 5 week courses, so sign up for our newsletter to receive updates.

How much is a 5 week course, when are they held and what will I make?

The 5 week course costs £150 and includes tuition, materials and firings. They run at different times so please check your location for more details. The courses are designed to give you a basic understanding of various techniques such as throwing, pinching, coiling, sculpting and slab work, plus decoration.

I am interested in being a member, what should I do?

If you email us, we will send you more info and arrange for you to have a look round the studio.

Will you fire and finish the things I make on the Throwing Taster?

The session is more about the experience than creating finished objects, we usually take a close look at how well you have done by slicing through your pots and checking your sections. In some circumstances, we can finish and glaze a pot from the session for you to pick up at a later date. Alternatively, you are welcome to take away any clay pieces you make.

Do I get to keep the things I make on the Handbuilding and Sculpting workshops?

Yes! We dry, fire and glaze these pieces, ready for you to pick up after a month.

I am a wheelchair user, is that a problem?

We would highly recommend you come to our Peak Village studio which is fully accessible including toilet facilities. If you would like to attend any of our other studios please check in advance as accessibility varies.

Do you have toilet facilities?

All our studios have toilet facilities but they do vary in accessibility.

Do I need to bring anything with me or wear special clothing?

No! Just bring yourself and, if throwing, tie your hair back, be prepared to remove jewellery and maybe get a bit messy!

I'm coming by car, where should I park?

All our studios are central and have parking nearby, Peak Village even has a large free carpark.

Can you guarantee that my piece will survive the kiln firing?

I'm afraid we can't guarantee anything, but 99% of the time they do! The only exception is when a participant deviates from the tuition...if you follow the directions given it will survive, but if you do your own thing it might not.

What's the minimum age on a workshop?

We encourage our young potters from the age of 8, we also run lots of activities designed specifically for children.

Do you offer anything outside your studios?

Check our our Pottery@The Pubs and Paint@The Pubs tab, we even put on events in cafes and other venues around the country. If you have a special request please let us know!