One-off Wheel-Throwing Workshop


A one-off, guided introduction to pottery wheel-throwing for learners at Beginner (A1) level.
About this course
The workshop introduces the basic process of throwing clay on a pottery wheel. Participants are guided through the technique and practise making several forms, with cups and bowls among the suggested examples. It is structured as a single introductory session, giving learners an opportunity to try wheel work and produce a selection of pieces.
What you'll learn
- Apply basic pottery wheel-throwing techniques with guidance.
- Shape clay into simple forms such as cups and bowls.
Is this course right for you?
The course is labelled Beginner (A1), indicating an introductory level for learners starting to develop pottery wheel-throwing skills. The source does not state whether previous experience is required.
Before you go
- Selected pieces are fired and glazed, then made available for collection around four weeks later.
Class teachers
Jonathan Ashworth
Class teacher
Robert Hume
Class teacher
Where this course runs
Turning Earth
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2 classes
Selected date
Sat 5 Dec 2026
14:30 – 17:30 • 1 day
£85
Turning Earth Leyton, Leyton
Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 Dec 2026 Saturday | 14:30 - 17:30 | Workshop1 day | JonathanAshworth | Turning Earth Leyton11 Argall Avenue, London E10 7QE | £85.00 | Book now |
12 Dec 2026 Saturday | 14:30 - 17:30 | Workshop1 day | RobertHume | Woodside WorksSummersby Road, London N6 5UH | £85.00 |
Sat 12 Dec, 14:30 - 17:30
1 day1 daySat 14:30£85RobertHumeWoodside Works

