Studio membership is designed for independent makers who would like regular access to the studio outside of taught courses. Members can work on their own projects, develop skills learned in classes, and be part of a supportive ceramics community.
 

About the Studio and Site
The Studio is located on Wellington Yard, at the corner of Picton Road and Wellington Road, L15 4JN.

The studio is based within a light industrial environment. Some noise from neighbouring units may be present during weekday working hours.
Quieter times are Friday after 2pm, Saturday and Sundays all day, Bank Holidays.

Opening Hours
The studio is open 7 days a week, including Bank Holidays, and members can access the studio 7am to 10pm, subject to teaching times*.
As a member, you do not need to stick to the same day or time. You can freely use the studio whenever it is open, however, you must book sessions via the Members' pages on the website to manage capacity.

*Teaching usually takes place on Monday 6-8pm, Wednesday 6-8pm, Thursday 6:30-8:30pm, and Saturday 10am-1pm but times are subject to change, and some sessions certain equipment is not in use (e.g. wheels), so are able to be booked by members.. 
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Facilities
There are 5 pottery wheels and plenty of space for hand-building or decorating. I would encourage anyone who is interested in pottery to practice with different techniques to gain experience.

2 large workbenches for handbuilding
2 smaller workbenches for handbuilding/glazing
Slab roller
5 pottery wheels
Glazing area, with 10+ studio glazes
Large number of tools
Kitchen area
Toilet

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Membership Tiers

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Casual Maker
£70 per month
Includes:

• 8 hours studio access per month or 8 sessions. Each bookable session is 1 hour.

• Access to pottery wheels (subject to availability)

• Use of studio tools

• Use of studio glazes

• Use of stoneware clay (fair use policy applies)

• Kiln firings included for standard studio work

• Access to reclaim clay when available

• Personal shelf space (approx. 40 × 60cm) for work in progress

Studio Maker
£130 per month
Includes:

• 18 hours studio access per month or 18 sessions. Each bookable session is 1 hour.

• Access to pottery wheels (subject to availability)

• Use of studio tools

• Use of studio glazes

• Use of stoneware clay (fair use policy applies)

• Kiln firings included for standard studio work

• Personal shelf space (approx. 40 × 60cm)

• Small lockable locker for personal tools and materials

Resident Maker
Resident memberships will be released in limited numbers once the studio is up and running
£220 per month
Includes:

• Unlimited access within opening hours and subject to booking availability

• Access to pottery wheels (subject to availability)

• Use of studio tools

• Use of studio glazes

• Use of stoneware clay (fair use policy applies)

• Kiln firings included for standard studio work

• Access to reclaim clay when available

• Personal shelf space (approx. 40 × 60cm)

• Small lockable locker for personal tools and materials

• Opportunity to sell selected pieces in the studio shop area

Materials from Outside
To ensure compatibility with the studio firing process, if purchasing clay to bring into the studio, this must be approved by studio staff first.

 

Firing Policy
Kiln firings are included for normal studio work.

Very large or unusually thick pieces may require a small firing contribution depending on kiln space.

Kilns are operated by studio staff only.

 

Security Deposit
A refundable security deposit equivalent to one month’s membership fee is required.
 

Booking & Membership Terms

• Studio sessions must be booked in advance via the members section on the website. You will book either a pottery wheel or general session

• Membership hours reset each month

• Unused hours do not roll over

• A minimum membership term of 3 months applies, then 7 calendar days’ notice after that for cancellation

• The studio reserves the right to manage capacity to ensure a safe and comfortable working environment
   

Terms & Other Important Information
Before you sign up as a member, you will receive a contract and studio guidelines, which much be adhered to for the duration of membership.