Workshops
Check out our beginner-friendly pottery workshops below.
Dec 4th
2027
2026
What's On?
Each month we work on a different mini project. We also like to call this "The Great Gweek Pottery Throwdown". Come along for one month, or return when you see a unique project you'd love to try. From lamp bases to lemon squeezers, candlesticks and chicken egg holders, you'll be sure to learn something new! Check out what's on for the rest of 2026 and all of 2027 below. For a breakdown of the class schedule, scroll to the bottom of the page.Â
To enquire about attending one of our workshops, press the "Contact Us" button and fill out the form. We will aim to get back to you within 2 business days with payment information.
Feb 6th
Lamp Base
In February, we'll focus on building lamp bases using inspiration from the Cornish coast. We've created some moulds for you to use that have been pressed against the cliffs so that your lamp bases represent the coastline. These can then be glazed with local materials, created from granite and mud from the Gweek creek.Â
July 3rd
Delft Style Platter
In July, we'll paint Delft-style onto pre-made platters. This class is especially great for those that love to paint. We will have some sponges and stamps available, alongside the classic Delft-style cobalt blue oxide paint. Please note that this class does not involve creating the platters themselves.Â
Sept 11th
Lemon Squeezer +Â
Pestle & Mortar
In September, we'll create bowls for your mortar using the slab and coil technique. Your pestle will be made using coils. For your lemon squeezers, we will provide you with a pre-made dome to carve. These can be decorated with stamps or impressed with foliage. They will all be fired to stoneware to make them strong enough for daily use.Â
Finishing Up
Give your piece of pottery its finishing touches, hang up your apron and leave your pottery behind to be fired in the kiln. Collect in a few weeks time, or during next months workshop if you're joining us again.Â
17:00
Coffee & Homemade Cake
We'll stop for a tea, coffee & homemade cake break in the garden mid-way through the class. Get to know each other a little more and enjoy views over the river.Â
15:30
ArrivalÂ
Welcome to Gweek. Wander down through the garden to the pottery studio, perched on stilts above the Helford river. Meet Zoe and your fellow classmates. Grab an apron, and we'll introduce you to the workshop. Â
13:30
The Rhythm of Our Day
Find out what one of our monthly pottery workshops looks like below. You'll see the beautiful Helford river, enjoy some homemade cake, and have plenty of time to create something unique during your visit.