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…

A renowned slipware potter, Paul specializes in both domestic and often humorous decorative earthenware pieces. Puriton Village Hall is just off the M5 23. Places are £20 for members, £25 for guests, and will be available via Ticket Tailor, accessed from the members’ area of the website from early April. Members will also be emailed with a booking link.

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…

Event: ‘Soil to Soul’ Retreat Day & Workshop with Sonya Wilkins (MFA Ceramics) and Susannah Crook Pigment Artist When: Saturday 23rd May 10-5pm Where: Mendip Croft, Celtic Way, Bleadon Village, North Somerset BS24 0NA What: Create your own Earth Pigment Painting and Wild Clay Kurinuki Pot Venue:   Two groups of 6 will enjoy creating from Sonya’s yurt and garden…

Ceramics Academy are delighted to be collaborating with Bray Valley Wines for a pottery and wine tasting workshop. Join us for a hand building workshop combined with a guided wine tasting hosted by Kathy from Bray Valley Wines. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned maker, this experience is designed for anyone looking to unwind, get creative, and enjoy…

All WPA members and friends are invited to my Retirement Exhibition and Closing Sale.  After making pots for sale for more than  50 years, I’m finally calling it a day. Arthritis and exhaustion have finally caught up with me. The event will be at Chittlehampton Pottery and Gallery, Chittlehampton, North Devon EX37 9PX on Saturday and Sunday May 30 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…

A new ceramics market in the South West – Dorset Ceramics Market will be held at Dorchester Corn Exchange on 11th July from 10am until 4pm. Come along to Dorset’s historic county town and see a showcase of handmade pottery and meet lots of potters. Last few spaces for stall holders remaining so contact dorsetclaycooperative@gmail.com  or visit @dorsetclaycooperative on Instagram…

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 as well on the Bookings page.

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. Further details and applications can be found at Application for Exeter Potters’ Market (2026) – Westcountry Potters Association

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. Application details are available at Application for Tavistock Potters’ Market – Westcountry Potters Association

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