Shaping
Clay &
Community
A Space to Slow Down, Create & Connect
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.
Meet Your Pottery Guide, Cáit
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.
Let’s Get Our Hands Dirty
Whether you’ve got a single Saturday or six full weeks, there’s something here for every schedule and skill level.
One-Off
Workshops
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
6-Week Courses
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
Studio
Memberships
For returning students and more experienced makers. Enjoy extended access, priority booking, and community events.
Flexible tiers starting at £100/month
FAQs
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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.
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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. -
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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.
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“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.”
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“We had a great time celebrating our birthday learning how to make pots.”
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“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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