Lessons in 2010

Booking and Costs

Booking enquiries should be made by email using the contact page on this website.

The reply email will confirm your booking and give details of payments, which can be made by cheque or alternatively payment can be made on-line using PayPal (you do not have to have a PayPal account, just a working credit or debit card - follow this link

6 Session Cards : Adults £48 : Under 16's £32

Additional Charges

The above charges include all clay and tools provided.

There is an addition charge per item when it is fired, £1 per item up to 7 inches tall and £2 per item for all larger pieces.

There is no charge for non potting adults who accompany under 16's.

Refreshments, snacks etc on sale at Portland workshop.

Refridgerator and microwave available for use.

Materials and equipment.

A Spencroft or Commercial Clay stoneware clay is used for throwing whilst a Spencroft clay is available for handbuilders.
The electric wheels used for each lesson are two Discus Craftsman potters wheel and four of the new electronic Cowley Hush potters wheels.

Beginners Throwing Course.

During the beginners course the following elements will be taught, although individuals may find it altered to suit their ability:

Wedging, centring & coning.
Opening and lifting
Throwing a simple bowl.
Turning
Repetition throwing
Using bats
Throwing deep bowls
Throwing a Vase
Mugs, jugs and cups
Handles and Lids
Plates and footrings
Making glazes

Alternatively hand building skills are taught by David & Cherry, involving press moulds, coiling, slab building and sculpture.

For news of places available and further details please contact Hundred-aker-wood pottery via the contact page by email, phone or post.

David with 4 new Wheels