Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks
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This Introduction to Pottery course, running from July 25th to August 16th at Westcliff Library in Southend-On-Sea, offers six weeks of beginner-friendly handbuilding sessions. Conducted by various potters, it's aimed at those curious about working with clay and is priced at £90 per session.
This 6-week Introduction to Pottery course is a beginner-friendly handbuilding course designed for anyone curious about working with clay.
You will learn the foundations of pottery through pinch and coiling techniques, whilst developing an understanding of how to shape, build, and control clay by hand.
During the sessions, you will make your own vase or vessel, and explore texture and surface decoration.
This course is perfect for beginners looking to explore working with clay and enjoy a relaxed, creative environment.
The workshops are designed for adults, but can be open to all ages if under-18s are accompanied by an adult.
6 week course. Classes will be on these dates:
25 Jul 2026 | 2pm -4pm
01 Aug 2026 | 2pm -4pm
08 Aug 2026 | 2pm -4pm
A WEEK BREAK
22 Aug 2026 | 2pm -4pm
29 Aug 2026 | 2pm -4pm
05 Sep 2026 | 2pm -4pm
Location:
Westcliff Library,
649 London Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea,
Southend-on-Sea, SS0 9PD
The venue is on the ground floor and wheelchair-accessible
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks takes place on Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 15:00. The event runs until Saturday, 5 September 2026.
Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks is held at Westcliff Library in Southend-on-Sea (649 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 9PD).
Tickets for Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks are priced at £90. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks
Editorial Summary
This Introduction to Pottery course, running from July 25th to August 16th at Westcliff Library in Southend-On-Sea, offers six weeks of beginner-friendly handbuilding sessions. Conducted by various potters, it's aimed at those curious about working with clay and is priced at £90 per session.
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Organiser’s full description
This 6-week Introduction to Pottery course is a beginner-friendly handbuilding course designed for anyone curious about working with clay.
You will learn the foundations of pottery through pinch and coiling techniques, whilst developing an understanding of how to shape, build, and control clay by hand.
During the sessions, you will make your own vase or vessel, and explore texture and surface decoration.
This course is perfect for beginners looking to explore working with clay and enjoy a relaxed, creative environment.
The workshops are designed for adults, but can be open to all ages if under-18s are accompanied by an adult.
6 week course. Classes will be on these dates:
25 Jul 2026 | 2pm -4pm
01 Aug 2026 | 2pm -4pm
08 Aug 2026 | 2pm -4pm
A WEEK BREAK
22 Aug 2026 | 2pm -4pm
29 Aug 2026 | 2pm -4pm
05 Sep 2026 | 2pm -4pm
Location:
Westcliff Library,
649 London Rd, Westcliff-on-Sea,
Southend-on-Sea, SS0 9PD
The venue is on the ground floor and wheelchair-accessible
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Westcliff Library649 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 9PD
Westborough, Southend-on-Sea
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When is Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks?
Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks takes place on Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 15:00. The event runs until Saturday, 5 September 2026.
Where is Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks taking place?
Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks is held at Westcliff Library in Southend-on-Sea (649 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, SS0 9PD).
How much are tickets for Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks?
Tickets for Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks are priced at £90. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks?
Tickets for Introduction to pottery - 6 weeks can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Price
£90
Date
Until Saturday, 5 September 2026
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