Events

Many members will know and greatly admire Doug and Hannah’s wonderfully vibrant slipware with its strong  links to traditional British pottery. We are hugely fortunate that they have agreed to do the first Zoom demonstration of the year.  There is no better way to spend a Saturday morning in February than to be entertained and inspired by them. Booking for…

The event is selected and run by and for the makers, and our aim is to provide an unpretentious and affordable platform that nonetheless showcases only the finest makers working in clay today. No commission is taken on sales, and this is a chance to buy directly from the maker and support the sector. For more information : https://www.yorkceramicsfair.com/

Russell will be running a workshop covering the sgraffito techniques he uses to produce his unique pieces. Places will be limited and for members only.

For more details https://www.ceramicartlondon.com/

A renowned slipware potter, Paul specializes in both domestic and often humourous decorative earthenware pieces.

Potfest – Glynde Place is set in parkland immediately in front of a grand Elizabethan country house on the doorstep of the South Downs. The show is within easy access by road and rail from Brighton, Eastbourne and Lewes. Over 90 makers have been selected to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that is guaranteed to delight and…

Throwing with Wood Firing in mind Pete Montgomery and Lena Butschek will share their vast knowledge and experience of making functional wheel thrown pots aimed at withstanding the rigours of wood firing. For further details contact kigbeare@gmail.com www.kigbeare.co.uk/courses

Potfest in the Pens – Penrith is the UK’s original ceramics market. Held in the agricultural market on the outskirts of Penrith. Exhibiting space is a large metal barred cattle pen, the front gates of which will have been removed. For details www.potfest.co.uk

SET IN THE BEAUTIFUL GROUNDS OF SCONE PALACE, PERTH – THE HOME OF THE STONE OF DESTINY. Under large marquees across the palace lawns, meet the 90 studio ceramics artists taking part. Wander Scone’s grounds, gardens and pinetum. Talk to the makers, discover what fuels their passion for clay and buy direct. Make a full day of your visit and…

We have once again applied to host the WPA Exhibition Gallery at the Bovey Craft Festival in June 2026 with over 20 members represented displaying a wide variety of work. Applications will open early in the New Year.

Potfest by the Lake – Compton Verney will showcase outstanding ceramic artists under a number of large, open-sided marquees on immaculate lawns, overlooking the stunning lake. Compton Verney is an historic house and well-established, award-winning, arts venue set in 120 acres of stunning Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown parkland. Located just fifteen minutes from both Stratford upon Avon and Royal Leamington Spa,…

Potfest South West will be held in the show field for the Gillingham and Shaftesbury country fair, just off the B3081, Shaftesbury to Gillingham road. Over 90 makers will be selected to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that is guaranteed to delight and inspire. Discover functional and decorative ceramics to suit all tastes and budgets and buy…

Following previous years successful events we are returning to Tarka Pottery again this year over two consecutive days so that more members may take part. This is a very popular activity and always sells out very quickly. For the benefit of those taking part there are some guidance notes which you can find by clicking the links below: Your Pots…

Prestigious venue with an excellent gallery space for a 2-week selling event. Booking details in March magazine

All with very distinctive, individual styles. Set in the magnificent backdrop of Hutton-in-the-Forest on the edge of the beautiful Lake District National Park. Potfest in the Park takes place under large marquees on parkland in front of this magnificent country house. The potters’ special competition pieces are displayed on the lawns in front of the house, juxtaposing ancient architecture and…

This year’s Exeter Potters’ Market will again take place in the Transit Shed on Exeter Quay. This is a great annual WPA tradition featuring a wide selection of members displaying and selling their work.

POTFEST SUFFOLK – HAUGHLEY PARK will be set in the parklands adjacent to this magnificent Jacobean Manor House. Over 90 makers will be selected to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that is guaranteed to delight and inspire. Discover functional and decorative ceramics to suit all tastes and budgets and buy direct from the makers. For more details…

The 2026 Tavistock Potters’ market will take place on Saturday 17th October and will once again feature over 20 WPA members exhibiting a wide variety of their original work.

The late autumn version of the original market but at a time of year when visitors are beginning to think about buying for Christmas. Held in the agricultural market on the outskirts of Penrith. For details www.potfest.co.uk

This year’s Autumn Gathering returns to Puriton in Somerset, with an exciting range of activities and the chance to meet and catch up with fellow members. Further details will be published nearer the date.