Try a Pottery Wheel

Ever watched a potter transform a spinning lump of clay into a beautiful bowl and wondered if you could do the same? Here's your chance to find out. At Clay Hands, a welcoming pottery studio in Woodstock, you can roll up your sleeves, get wonderfully muddy and discover the strangely addictive art of throwing clay on a wheel. Learn how to centre, shape and coax your clay into something resembling a bowl (even if it starts out a little wonky). With patient guidance and absolutely no experience necessary, it's a chance to slow down, get creative and make something with your own two hands.

BEFORE YOU GO
Book the beginner-friendly Wheel Throwing Taster Workshop, which includes guidance, refreshments and two finished ceramic pieces. All equipment is provided, and your creations will be ready for collection a few weeks later, once they've been fired. Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting muddy, and keep your fingernails short if possible. Workshops run on selected dates, so booking in advance is essential. The studio doesn't accommodate unbooked drop-in visitors.