Throwing Taster Session

Learn how to throw on the potter’s wheel in the inspirational setting of Bernard Leach’s Studio.

Leach Pottery workshops & courses are cancelled until at least the end of August, with new dates to be confirmed subject to the current COVID-19 situation. Please check the Leach Pottery website and join the Pottery’s mailing list for updates.

When: monthly on Thursdays (see below)
Where: Bernard Leach’s Studio, Leach Pottery
Places: 5
Duration: 2.5 hours (10am – 12:30pm)
Equipment & materials: provided
This course will: introduce you to throwing
Level: beginner.

Cost: £50 per person per session

This introductory taster session provides a unique opportunity for you to learn how to throw on the potter’s wheel in the inspirational setting of Bernard Leach’s Studio; a great experience for you and your friends and family.

Overview

These introductory taster sessions offer an introduction to throwing for beginners, covering: clay preparation, wedging, centering clay on the wheel and throwing basic cylinders. The workshop is taught by one of our professional potters. Firing is not included but you are welcome to take your pots and have them fired elsewhere.

Dates

13 February 2020
12 March 2020
9 April 2020 (cancelled)
7 May 2020 (cancelled)
11 June 2020
9 July 2020
6 August 2020
24 September 2020
22 October 2020
19 November 2020.