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At a glance

Now
Open nowUntil 17:00
Age
Pottery painting is suitable for all ages and abilities. Pottery throwing is for ages 12+ and some making courses are adults only.
Price
Medium (££) — guide only; check official prices
More about prices

Pottery pieces are individually priced, generally around £10 to £40 depending on size.

Location
Newcastle upon Tyne
People painting pottery around a shared studio table.
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More to know

Booking
Booking recommended
Indoors or outdoors
Indoors
Visit length
Half a day
Price band: Medium · How we use price bands

These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.

Free
No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
Low
Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
Medium
A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
High
Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.

About this activity

A family-run pottery studio in Jesmond where visitors of all ages can choose and paint ready-made ceramics. Pottery painting is available during normal opening hours, with pieces glazed and fired for later collection.

Opening hoursVisitor hours · Current schedule
monday
10:00–17:00
tuesday
Closed
wednesday
10:00–17:00
thursday
10:00–17:00
friday
10:00–17:00
saturday
09:30–17:00
sunday
09:30–17:00

Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.

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Plan your visit

Location

81 Fern Avenue, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 2RA
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