Events

Beneath the Surface: A Century of Studio Ceramics in Britain 09 May 2026 – 27 Feb 2027 Museum & Art Swindon Free Admission   Through the collection at Museum & Art Swindon, Beneath the Surface looks at the history of studio ceramics in Britain, from the early 1900s until today.  It examines the foundational ethos of studio ceramics, which placed beauty and…

Christie Brown: Significant Beings Works from 1986 to 2026 Messums West, Place Farm, Court St, Tisbury, SP3 6LW Sunday 10th October  11am to 12pm This exhibition celebrates four decades of work by figurative sculptor, Christie Brown (b.1946). Brown’s practice is informed by an interest in our relationship with objects and the significance and relevance of museum collections and archaic artefacts…

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

Autumn Gathering – Free Members only event Puriton Village Hall, Puriton, TA7 8BP Sunday 25th October – 10 for 10.30 start – finish by 16.00 We’re delighted to invite members to this year’s Autumn Gathering and hope you’ll join us for a relaxed, informative and enjoyable day catching up with old friends, meeting new members and sharing ideas. The main focus of…

Potfest in the Pens – Melton Mowbray is held in the agricultural market within a 5-minute walk of the town centre. For details www.potfest.co.uk

WPA Members Event Sunday 15th November 2026 10.30 am (for 11.00 am start) – 4 .00 pm The Kenn Centre, EX6 7UE We are absolutely delighted that Blandine has agreed to be our demonstrator at the Kenn Centre in November. Many members will be familiar with her unique sculptural work with its delightful portrayal of landscape and the rich variety…

WPA Members Exclusive Event Saturday 5th December 2026 11am – 1.30pm Winner of the Great Pottery Throwdown 2024, Donna has huge experience in image transfer onto clay using various techniques.  From her studio in Northern Ireland, she will give us an insight into monoprinting and forming a decorated vessel. www.otonipottery.com Tickets £5 Please go to the Bookings page in the Members…