Shaping

Clay &

Nestled in the heart of Newbury, our open access ceramics studio is a relaxed, inspiring space designed to help you reconnect with your creativity.

Whether it’s been decades or just a few months since your last hands-on art class, you’ll feel right at home.

Led by ceramist and mentor Cáit Gould, the studio offers playful, low-pressure teaching and a community of likeminded makers.

Whether you’ve got a single Saturday or five full weeks, there’s something here for every schedule and skill level.

Perfect for beginners or as a gift day out. Try wheel throwing, hand-building or decoration techniques in a friendly, no-pressure setting.

From £55

Build confidence, refine skills, and make a collection of your own. Includes guided tuition and plenty of studio time.

Evening and daytime courses available

From £165

For returning students and more experienced makers. Enjoy extended access, priority booking, and community events.

Flexible tiers starting at £100/month

With over 20 years of experience in ceramic art and teaching, Cáit brings wisdom, warmth, and a deep love for the process of making.

Her calm, nurturing style helps beginners and seasoned makers alike feel seen and supported.

Her philosophy? There’s no such thing as a mistake in ceramics, only happy accidents and new ideas.

Absolutely!
Our workshops are designed to be welcoming and beginner-friendly. No prior experience needed.
If you're interested in becoming a member, some experience is required as the studio is largely self-managed, but we’re happy to chat and see if it’s the right fit for you.
For one-off workshops, we’ll glaze and fire your pots after the session – you’ll be able to collect them in 3–5 weeks, and we’ll give you a collection date before you leave.
If you're on a 6-week course, you’ll do your own glazing in the final weeks. We’ll then fire your pieces, ready for collection once they're out of the kiln.

Either way, we’ll give you a collection date at the end of your visit.
Yes!
We offer private throwing lessons and group parties for kids and adults. Perfect for birthdays, unique dates or just for fun.
Absolutely – we offer digital gift vouchers, perfect for last-minute gifts.
If you’d like something to give in person, you can add a printed voucher and greetings card, available for collection from the studio or delivered to your door.

“I hadn’t touched clay since school. Now, I can’t imagine my week without it.”

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“Thank you so much for a wonderful pottery experience yesterday - it was so much fun and I really enjoyed it!”

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“It’s the highlight of my week—somewhere I feel present, playful, and proud.”

– Josie
“We had a great time celebrating our birthday learning how to make pots.”

L&S
“I didn’t expect to love it this much — now I’m completely hooked on pottery!”

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“Such a warm, welcoming space. I learnt so much and had the best time.”

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“Cáit is a great teacher, made it fun, and we cannot wait to pick them up.”

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“My favourite part of the week. The classes are fun, calming and brilliantly taught.”

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