Pottery Slowdown Courses
Join us for an immersive pottery experience in the serene surroundings of the New Forest.
Our Pottery Slowdown Courses are open to all abilities, but are especially well-suited to improver potters – those who’ve already found their way to the wheel and want to deepen their skills. With two tutors and small class sizes, we offer plenty of individual guidance and space to grow.
Each course is relaxed and flexible, tailored to the people in the room. Whether you’re working on technique, confidence, or creative direction, we’re here to support your next step.
Courses are for ages 16 and over.
If you have any mobility or respiratory conditions, please get in touch – we’re happy to talk through how we can make your time here comfortable and accessible.
Included in Your Course:
- Small group sizes for lots of one-to-one support
- All materials, tools, and firings (up to 2kg of work – approx. six small finished pieces)
- Postage available for £15 if needed
- A warm, encouraging atmosphere – free from pressure or judgment
2025 Courses
All of our currently listed courses are fully booked, but don’t worry. We’ll be releasing Autumn 2025 and 2026 dates soon, and cancellations do happen from time to time.
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No last-minute spaces available at the moment.
Two-Day Course
A weekend to focus, explore and reconnect with clay
Two-Day Pottery Course
Our two-day course is designed to give you space and time to develop your skills in a supportive, relaxed setting. Whether you’re fairly new to the wheel or returning to clay after a break, you’ll receive thoughtful, one-to-one guidance tailored to where you are in your pottery journey.
Day One begins at 9:30am with a warm welcome and a series of demonstrations. We’ll take you through the fundamentals of throwing on the wheel – how to centre the clay, throw cylinders and bowls – before you settle into your own rhythm with plenty of time to practise. After a home-cooked vegetarian lunch, the afternoon offers more studio time, with Jo and Lyndsey gently guiding you as you work.
Day Two is all about refining your work. You’ll learn how to turn and trim your pots, pull and attach handles, and explore decoration using coloured slips. The day finishes with tea, cake, and a sense of pride as you see your creations lined up on the shelves.
This course is about more than just technique – it gives you time to focus, make progress, and build confidence in your skills at the wheel.
Fees
Residential (with Bed & Breakfast) – £450 per person
(based on two people sharing an en-suite room or a single person sharing a bathroom)
Non-residential – £330 per person
Camping and glamping options also available
Three-Day Course
More time, more confidence, more clay
Three-Day Pottery Course
Our three-day course offers the chance to go deeper with your practice, with time to build on your skills, develop consistency, and really settle into the rhythm of working with clay. It’s ideal if you’re already familiar with the wheel and want to push your making a little further, with plenty of support along the way.
Over the three days, you’ll follow a similar structure to our two-day course, with additional time to revisit the wheel, explore more advanced forms, and refine your technique based on what you’ve already made. This slower pace also allows for more decoration, more experimentation, and more chances to try something new without feeling rushed.
As always, the focus is on individual guidance, a welcoming atmosphere, and the chance to really build on what you’ve already learned – whether that means refining your forms, improving consistency, or trying something new with confidence.
Fees
Residential (with Bed & Breakfast) – £675 per person
(based on two people sharing an en-suite room or a single person sharing a bathroom)
Non-residential – £495 per person
Camping and glamping options also available
Evening & Dayime Classes
A weekly rhythm of clay, conversation, and creative progress
Evening & Daytime Pottery Classses
Our regular classes are at the heart of our pottery community – gentle, welcoming sessions where potters of all abilities come together to develop their skills, explore new ideas, and enjoy the quiet satisfaction of making.
Whether you have your own wheel at home or are just beginning to feel confident centring clay, these sessions offer ongoing support and inspiration. You’ll work at your own pace on personal projects, with demonstrations, guidance and encouragement from Jo and Lyndsey along the way.
Each class has a relaxed, friendly feel. The space is full of quiet chatter, shared tips, and the occasional celebratory cheer when a tricky pot finally comes together.
Class Times
Wednesday & Thursday Evenings – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday & Thursday Mornings – 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Please note: Our regular classes are currently full, but we do hold a waiting list. If you’d like to join our lovely little clay community, just get in touch – we’d love to hear from you, or join our newsletter and we’ll keep you updated.
Lunches & Refreshments
Good food, shared moments, and a welcome pause
Lunches & Refreshments
We keep things simple yet fun and nourishing at Angel’s Farm. When not globe-trotting, our vegetarian lunches are made by Penny from Travels with Lemons, using seasonal, homegrown ingredients wherever possible. Her cooking is creative, fresh, and always appreciated after a morning at the wheel.
All meals are chef-prepared, so you can be sure of a mouthwatering meal!
There are regular tea breaks – always with homemade biscuits or a slice of cake. If it’s not homemade, it’s not on the menu!
Booking & Cancellations Policy
We understand that plans can change, and we’ll always do our best to be fair and flexible.
- Your booking is confirmed once we’ve received your payment and completed booking form.
- If you need to cancel more than eight weeks before your course, we’ll refund your payment minus a £75 admin fee.
- If you cancel within eight weeks of the course start date, we’ll refund your payment (minus the £75 fee) only if we’re able to fill your space, which, thankfully, we usually can.
If you have any questions or need to make changes to your booking, just get in touch. We’re always happy to help.
Book A Course
Two-Day Course Dates
Our two-day course is designed to give you space and time to develop your skills in a supportive, relaxed setting. Whether you’re fairly new to the wheel or returning to clay after a break, you’ll receive thoughtful, one-to-one guidance tailored to where you are in your pottery journey.
If accommodation is required, you can choose from a house stay, camping in the garden (bring your own tent) or glamping in our bell tent. Breakfast is included with all options.
Three-Day Course Dates
Our three-day course offers the chance to go deeper with your practice, with time to build on your skills, develop consistency, and really settle into the rhythm of working with clay. It’s ideal if you’re already familiar with the wheel and want to push your making a little further, with plenty of support along the way.
Option to include accommodation and breakfast within Angels Farm House.
If accommodation is required, you can choose from a house stay, camping in the garden (bring your own tent) or glamping in our bell tent. Breakfast is included with all options.
