A student rolling a clay coil at Henfield Pottery Studio, West Sussex

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A terracotta branch illustration with rounded leaves from Henfield Pottery Branding

Whether you're completely new to clay or returning to creativity after years away, our hand building courses will guide you through traditional techniques in a relaxed and welcoming studio. Learn to pinch, coil and slab build while creating beautiful pieces you'll be proud to take home.

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Terracotta illustration from Henfield Pottery Branding
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Green line drawing of a coil pot from Henfield Pottery Branding

PINCHING

COILING

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An illustration of a surface design on a ceramic pot from Henfield Pottery Branding
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Create beautiful sculptural forms.

Build confidence with the basics.

SLAB BUILDING

FORM EXPLORATION

Construct functional and decorative pieces.

Develop skills and deepen knowledge.

GLAZING

SURFACE DESIGN

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Experiment with texture and pattern.

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Bring your work to life with colour.

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Explore, create and build confidence with clay.

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6 Weeks · Small Group

Perfect for complete beginners. Learn the fundamentals techniques of hand-building in a supportive environment.

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Pinching

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Green line drawing of a coil pot from Henfield Pottery Branding

Coiling

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Slabs

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Glazing

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Surface

£315

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6 Weeks · Small Group

For those with some experience. Develop your own ideas with guidance from your tutor and explore new techniques.

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Ceramic pot with surface design illustration from Henfield Pottery

Creative Development

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Surface Design

Form Exploration

Glazing Techniques

£315


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Line drawing of a vase with a wide body and narrow neck

Explore, create and build confidence with clay.

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Curious about pottery but not sure where to begin? Our Hand Building Taster Session is the perfect introduction to working with clay.

ONE-OFF CLASS

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Pinching

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Green line drawing of a coil pot from Henfield Pottery Branding
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Coiling

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Under Glazing

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Slabs

Surface

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Get into the autumn spirit as you create your very own ceramic pumpkin using traditional hand-building techniques. Whether you're a complete beginner or have worked with clay before, we'll guide you through the process of making something wonderfully unique.

Bring along your favourite tipple, enjoy a relaxed evening in the studio and leave the glazing and firing to us!

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An illustration of a peacock from Henfield Pottery Logo
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The perfect gift for a creative soul.

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One-to-one tuition tailored to your goals and experience.

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Whether you come for a class, clay club or a casual clay session, you’ll always find a warm welcome here.

Ready to start your pottery journey?

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A cream illustration of a chessewire pottery tool from Henfield Pottery branding
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A student hand-building with clay at Henfield Pottery studio, in West Sussex
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