Cornish Chimney Making Workshop

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until approx 2pm

Carthew, Saint Austell, UK

Tickets

Per person £45

Location

Wheal Martyn, St Austell

Dates

Mon 16th November, 2026
10:00 am |
until approx 2pm

About this event

This workshop offers you the chance to make a creation inspired by Cornish industrial heritage.

During this workshop you will be shown how to make a piece inspired by the iconic Cornish chimney stack. You will be shown how to roll out coils of clay and build them up into shape and then carve and decorate the chimney to look like stone. You could even take it one step further and make a handle to turn it into a mug. Once assembled you will get to paint it with coloured slips. Once dry, your chimney will be fired in our kiln, then a clear glaze will be applied and it will be fired again ready for you to come back in to collect. This usually takes between 10 to 30 days. No experience necessary, just a willingness to try.

Equipment and materials: Clay, coloured slips and tools are provided. We recommend that you bring an apron along and a snack as this workshop runs over lunch.

You will produce: A ceramic chimney stack.

Collection/delivery: Your item will usually be ready within 10 to 30 days. You can either collect your item from Wheal Martyn or we can post it to you. If you would like it posted, please select this option when you book online.

Combine with a visit: If you are not an annual pass holder but would like to combine your workshop with a visit to the museum you can purchase a reduced-price admission ticket at the point of booking.

Level: Beginners, ages from 10 up to any age welcome. Any child under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Workshop duration: Four hours (end time may vary slightly).

Postage and packaging: £5.00 per item

Contact

01726 850 362 | https://www.wheal-martyn.com/