What's On? Kid's & Families
We have something for everyone - kids, teens, families and adults. If you don't see something that works for you here or you are looking to book a private event, check out our private booking page.
Come in from the cold.
As cold air starts to fill the air and the nights draw in, there's nowhere warmer than hands in clay. The Old Bank Pottery Studio has a selection of kid an family friendly clubs and classes on offer this autumn and winter— a cosy, screen-free and fun way to spend time indoors.
Just for Kids & Young Potters
Make the most of your half-term holiday and join us in the studio! Each day we spend half of our time on the wheel and the other half letting creativity loose at the hand-building table.
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Got a budding artist at home? Get them a break from screens and let their imagination take shape - literally!
Get ready for some creative clay fun with our Kid's Half Term Clay Club. The Clubs are scheduled 10 am-12 noon Monday-Friday during half term week and each session can be booked independently. Each day, potters aged 8–12 will spend two hours exploring the wonderful world of pottery gaining experience on and off the wheel.
Each session includes:
- Throwing practice – learning to centre, shape, and control clay on the wheel
- Hand-building – focused on fun, achievable projects using pinch, coil, and slab techniques, such as trinket boxes, coiled vases, and decorated coasters
- Painting/glazing - students give the finishing touches to their creations using a selection of slips, underglazes, ceramic crayons, and glazes.
No experience necessary — just curiosity and a willingness to get a bit messy! Firing is included, so every piece your child makes comes home finished and ready to use or show off.
Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.
Price: £40 per session, 20% discount when you book all 5 days.
Age: 8-12
What to bring: All tools and an aprons are provided.
What to wear: Clay is messy, so we encourage casual dress when possible. The stoneware clay used in this class will brush or wash off of most fabrics relatively easily.
Where we meet: 127 High Street, Henley-in-Arden B955AU
Accessibility: We pride ourselves in being accessible. We have a ramped entrance for those with limited mobility and a ground floor toilet. All of our pottery wheels can be operated by hand or foot. We encourage you to contact us to discuss your specific needs prior to booking.
Taster Classes for Families Ages 7+
Taster classes offer a short & satisfying experience and are 100% beginner friendly. For children 7+ & larger family groups, we recommend our 'off the wheel' handbuilding taster or the 1.5-hour Clay Together Family Pottery where you work the clay on and off the wheel.
Taster Classes for Ages 12+
Our short form taster classes for families and older kids are 100% beginner friendly. Our 1-hour wheel throwing taster is open to adults & older children. For mixed age group families, opt for either a 1-hour handbuilding taster or the 1.5-hour Clay Together Family Pottery where you work the clay on and off the wheel.
