'Tis the season to get creative! Join us at The Old Bank Pottery Studio and craft your very own tealight lantern house — the perfect handmade addition to your festive décor, or a heartfelt gift for someone special this Christmas.

During this cosy three-hour workshop, instructor Robyn Holmyard will guide you through the art of slab building, using templates to handcraft your own unique lantern house, ready to glow through the winter nights.

We'll start with a warm welcome to the studio, alongside an introduction to the craft. You'll browse our example pieces for inspiration, sparking ideas for your own design.

Using a carefully designed template, you'll cut and assemble your lantern house with gentle guidance on tools and techniques along the way. Add your own personal touches — doors, windows, and intricate details — to create a one-of-a-kind piece full of festive charm.

Your finished lantern will be fired and glazed in a beautiful speckled white finish, evoking the look of freshly fallen snow. Lit from within by a flickering tealight, it makes an enchanting centrepiece for your mantel or table — or a truly thoughtful, handmade Christmas gift.

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced potters, and all materials and tools are provided. Please note: lanterns take around 4 weeks to dry, bisque fire, and glaze fire, so allow time before Christmas if gifting!

Duration: 3 hours

Age: 15+

What to bring: All tools and 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.