Me and my friend had a great experience at Social Pottery Making. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable even as beginners. The painting session was fun. All the staff are lovely and welcoming. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested.
POTTERY MAKING
Wheel throwing & hand-building.
Wheel throwing and hand-building for complete beginners, guided sessions where you shape real clay from scratch and keep what you make. Available at our making and full studios.
WAYS TO DO IT
Pick your experience
WHERE
Available at 4 studios
SESSIONS
Every session, every studio
Taster1-Hour Wheel TasterStudio 221TasterHand-building & Wheel TasterStudio 221TasterIntroductory Wheel TasterStudio 221Workshop · waitlistExpressive Face Sculpting WorkshopStudio 221WorkshopHand-Build & DecorateStudio 221WorkshopMatcha Bowl MakingStudio 221Workshop · waitlistPottery Decorating SessionStudio 221Course6-Week Beginner Wheel Course (L1)Studio 221Course6-Week Improvers Wheel Course (L2)Studio 221WorkshopHandbuilding & Decoration WorkshopWhite CityTasterWheel Throwing TasterBalhamWorkshopHandbuild & Decorate CeramicsBalhamTaster1 Hour Pottery Wheel ExperienceStudio 150TasterHand-building & Wheel TasterStudio 150TasterIntroductory Wheel TasterStudio 150WorkshopClay and Coffee MorningStudio 150WorkshopKids Summer Clay CourseStudio 150WorkshopPaint Your Own PotStudio 150Course · waitlist6-Week Pottery CourseStudio 150
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What two hours actually makes
Not stock photos, real pieces from real first-timers at our making studios. You throw it, we trim, glaze and fire it, and three to four weeks later it's on your shelf.
CLAY MAKING GUIDES
50 making tutorials, free
Hand-building and wheel techniques on video, from your first pinch pot to trimming and finishing. Useful before a taster, and after one.
why people love us
Reviews from curious hands.
★︎★︎★︎★︎★︎ 4.6 · 1,000+ Google reviews across 5 studios
Social Pottery helped us organize a beautiful pottery painting workshop for 30 students! Everyone had a great time. Chloe was especially helpful through the process, and extremely accommodating to all our requests! A must do for anyone looking for a nice decompression workshop!
KADRA made us feel so welcomed and gave us a tutorial at the beginning. She kept on checking up on us too. I ordered a hot chocolate with oat milk and it was really nice. Overall wholesome vibe 😊. Will 100% recommend this to friends and will come again🙌🏾🥳
Such a lovely Sunday afternoon spent here. Ying was so lovely and so helpful- she made sure we were happy, had what we needed, and ensured even when she left that we had everything. Would totally recommend!
Came here twice in the space of two weeks!!! Just shows how much I love this place , the staff are all incredible and so friendly I couldn’t recommend enough!! Made sure we had everything we needed and I had such great conversations with some will definitely see me again soon!
We were a group of 4, had a lovely experience. Definitely recommend, its a little treat. The staff is friendly and polite, theres also a mini coffee ‘shop’ inside if you get thirsty 🥰
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Pottery, answered.
What is pottery painting?
You choose a ready-made ceramic piece and decorate it however you like. We glaze it and fire it in our kiln, and it comes back a finished, food-safe keepsake. No wheel involved, the painting is all yours.
How much does pottery painting cost?
You pay for what you paint: the price depends on the piece you choose, and it covers your paints, tools, glazing, firing and VAT. A studio fee reserves your seat on top. Both vary by studio, so the current prices are listed on each studio page and at booking.
How do I pay?
Online or over the phone when you book. Anything you add on the day, an extra piece or an upgrade, you pay by card in the studio.
Where can I do pottery painting in London?
Studio 136 in Kentish Town, White City inside Westfield, and Balham in South London, plus Studio 150 in Milton Keynes. Camden (Studio 221) is a making studio: wheel and hand-building only.
Do I need experience to try the wheel?
None, wheel classes are designed for complete beginners. A 90-minute guided session with a tutor produces two thrown pieces. Available at Camden, Balham & Milton Keynes.
Can I bring my own drinks?
Yes, on Sip & Paint and late-night sessions. Adult sessions are 18+, and 13–17 year-olds may attend with a guardian. Drinks must be in cans, maximum two per person.
Is Social Pottery pet-friendly?
Yes, our studios are pet-friendly and your furry friend is welcome. If you are unsure whether a particular session suits them, contact the studio before you book.
How long until I get my pottery back?
Painted pottery is ready in 2–3 weeks, sooner at some studios, and we message you the moment it is. Pieces you made from clay take around 3–4 weeks, since they have to dry right through before they can be fired and glazed. You then have 30 days to collect from the studio where you made it.
Do you offer student, charity or NHS discounts?
Yes: 10% for students and registered charities, 15% for NHS teams, Tuesday to Friday and on painting sessions only. Bring a valid student ID or supporting information when you book or visit. Community organisations and larger groups, contact us directly and we will work out a group rate.
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