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Come and visit
Oxfordshire’s longest running
Paint-Your-Own pottery
and craft studio

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Enjoy a peaceful, creative time painting

your own ceramic creations. From plates to mugs to vases, there's no end to what you could paint.

You can even enjoy a cuppa and a chat as you do so.

Opening Hours
Mondays - Fridays: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday: 11am - 4pm
01993 704234

Our last seating is

an hour and half before closing.

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Check out our latest creative workshops

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Contact

Email: shop@thepotteryplace.co.uk
When enquiring about a booking, please include your available dates and time, as well as the total number of people joining us in the studio, and the activity you would like to do

We check emails every morning, so for more urgent enquiries, please give us a call in store

Phone: 01993 704234
Our phone lines can get busy during holiday periods and weekends, so please be patient if you cannot get through first time.

If you have a question, check our FAQs and you may find the answers you're looking for!

We recommend when booking a paint or print session you book in advance during peak times (holidays & weekends) to secure a space in the studio. Please give us a quick call before walking in.

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There’s still spaces to book onto our pottery throwing class with @thetouringpotter

Perfect to keep kids busy during the holidays, and anyone who wants to get messy with clay

Availability:
x3 - 10am
x5 - 12pm
x2 - 2pm
x2 - 4pm

There’s still spaces to book onto our pottery throwing class with @thetouringpotter

Perfect to keep kids busy during the holidays, and anyone who wants to get messy with clay

Availability:
x3 - 10am
x5 - 12pm
x2 - 2pm
x2 - 4pm

The weather may have been hot the last few weeks, but that hasn’t stopped some lovely painting from happening!

The weather may have been hot the last few weeks, but that hasn’t stopped some lovely painting from happening!

We’ve got a jam packed summer with lots of exciting workshops, including our pottery throwing day event which is also perfect for children ages 10+

Find out more information on our website

We’ve got a jam packed summer with lots of exciting workshops, including our pottery throwing day event which is also perfect for children ages 10+

Find out more information on our website

Did you know we have a Tik Tok page?

Give us a follow to get a look behind the scenes and more wonderful customer creations!

Did you know we have a Tik Tok page?

Give us a follow to get a look behind the scenes and more wonderful customer creations!

We had a fantastic night at this months paint and Prosecco night 🥂

If you missed out this time around, don’t worry! We have plenty of fun (and boozy) evening events coming up! Check out our website and book your slot

We had a fantastic night at this months paint and Prosecco night 🥂

If you missed out this time around, don’t worry! We have plenty of fun (and boozy) evening events coming up! Check out our website and book your slot

It’s that time of year where the bugs are out in full force! 🦋🐞 But they are far less annoying when they’re beautifully painted on pottery 🪲🐛

It’s that time of year where the bugs are out in full force! 🦋🐞 But they are far less annoying when they’re beautifully painted on pottery 🪲🐛

New Workshop Alert!
We’re thrilled to welcome @thetouringpotter to our store for an exclusive day of hands on pottery throwing!

Learn to Throw on the Pottery Wheel

Join one of four 90-minute sessions on Wednesday, 31st July and get creative with clay under expert guidance.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect chance to try your hand at wheel throwing.

Limited Spaces Available – Book Now!

Workshop will be held in store and spots are filling fast.

Visit our website for full details and to secure your place. www.thepotteryplace.co.uk/workshops

New Workshop Alert!
We’re thrilled to welcome @thetouringpotter to our store for an exclusive day of hands on pottery throwing!

Learn to Throw on the Pottery Wheel

Join one of four 90-minute sessions on Wednesday, 31st July and get creative with clay under expert guidance.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect chance to try your hand at wheel throwing.

Limited Spaces Available – Book Now!

Workshop will be held in store and spots are filling fast.

Visit our website for full details and to secure your place. www.thepotteryplace.co.uk/workshops

Say thank you to your best colleagues, volunteers or ….. with a special personalised gift

Pop into the shop and speak to our artists to create a present perfect for them

Say thank you to your best colleagues, volunteers or ….. with a special personalised gift

Pop into the shop and speak to our artists to create a present perfect for them

Who’s UP for some painting fun this weekend? 🎈 Book your space in the studio through our website

Who’s UP for some painting fun this weekend? 🎈 Book your space in the studio through our website

We are really excited to announce that we are having a guest appearance from Maisie at @thetouringpotter for a fun pottery throwing workshop on the 31st July ⚱️

We are running 4 sessions during the day at our shop for an hour and a half workshop using the pottery wheel. For more information and to book your slot, head to on our website

It is a great opportunity for those who want to try something new, or those who may have already dabbled with pottery throwing. Plus it is available for children ages 10 and above - the prefect activity to get them out the house during the summer holidays!

We can’t wait to bring

We are really excited to announce that we are having a guest appearance from Maisie at @thetouringpotter for a fun pottery throwing workshop on the 31st July ⚱️

We are running 4 sessions during the day at our shop for an hour and a half workshop using the pottery wheel. For more information and to book your slot, head to on our website

It is a great opportunity for those who want to try something new, or those who may have already dabbled with pottery throwing. Plus it is available for children ages 10 and above - the prefect activity to get them out the house during the summer holidays!

We can’t wait to bring

Happy ‘Bring your dog to work’ day!

Percy is a fan favourite and loves saying hi to everyone in the shop. He even recently acted as importation for this adorable customer creation

Happy ‘Bring your dog to work’ day!

Percy is a fan favourite and loves saying hi to everyone in the shop. He even recently acted as importation for this adorable customer creation

Shout out to our kiln team who continue to unload the kiln despite the high temperatures 🥵

In the winter this is the only heat we have to warm the shop, but during this time of year it is less of a luxury. So please be aware there may be some delays with collection times in order to give our staff a break from the heat

Shout out to our kiln team who continue to unload the kiln despite the high temperatures 🥵

In the winter this is the only heat we have to warm the shop, but during this time of year it is less of a luxury. So please be aware there may be some delays with collection times in order to give our staff a break from the heat

Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful Dads, Grampys and Uncles out there! We hope you have all been spoilt with lots of lovely gifts, including some unique hand painted pottery

Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful Dads, Grampys and Uncles out there! We hope you have all been spoilt with lots of lovely gifts, including some unique hand painted pottery

Last week we had a fantastic group join Kiela for our Terrabella work shop and the results look amazing! The beautiful emerald green was clearly a fan favourite of the night! 💚

Last week we had a fantastic group join Kiela for our Terrabella work shop and the results look amazing! The beautiful emerald green was clearly a fan favourite of the night! 💚

It’s the start of Men’s Mental Health week and we’re reminding the guys: creativity isn’t just for kids. It’s for clearing your mind, slowing down, and reconnecting with yourself. 💙

Come in, paint a piece, and take a break from the noise. No pressure, just peace.

It’s the start of Men’s Mental Health week and we’re reminding the guys: creativity isn’t just for kids. It’s for clearing your mind, slowing down, and reconnecting with yourself. 💙

Come in, paint a piece, and take a break from the noise. No pressure, just peace.

Today on World Ocean Day we’re looking back at some of the wonderful sea-themed painting we’ve seen

Today on World Ocean Day we’re looking back at some of the wonderful sea-themed painting we’ve seen

With Father’s Day just over a week away, there’s unfortunately not enough time for our artists to paint up any new orders, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make something special for the important men in your lives

Book in a session in the studio to paint your own pottery, and get your glazed and fired pieces back in 5 days

If you still want your little ones hand or feet added to the pottery, we can still assist you getting the perfect prints and you can finish them off yourself and create the ultimate collaboration

With Father’s Day just over a week away, there’s unfortunately not enough time for our artists to paint up any new orders, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make something special for the important men in your lives

Book in a session in the studio to paint your own pottery, and get your glazed and fired pieces back in 5 days

If you still want your little ones hand or feet added to the pottery, we can still assist you getting the perfect prints and you can finish them off yourself and create the ultimate collaboration

Schools are back for their last term before the summer, which means it’ll soon be time to thank your little ones teachers for all their hard work this year 📚

Get in touch to arrange a unique and personal present 🎁

Schools are back for their last term before the summer, which means it’ll soon be time to thank your little ones teachers for all their hard work this year 📚

Get in touch to arrange a unique and personal present 🎁

Book in for a paint your own pottery session and enjoy your favourite meals on a customised hand painted plate or bowl

Book in for a paint your own pottery session and enjoy your favourite meals on a customised hand painted plate or bowl

Don’t leave Father’s Day to the last minute!

There are a few ways to spoil the special men in your lives with personal and unique presents this year

Drop us an email if you have any questions, or check out our website to book in painting sessions

Don’t leave Father’s Day to the last minute!

There are a few ways to spoil the special men in your lives with personal and unique presents this year

Drop us an email if you have any questions, or check out our website to book in painting sessions

Today our star painter goes to Amelia who has worked hard on this beautifully detailed milk carton 😍

Today our star painter goes to Amelia who has worked hard on this beautifully detailed milk carton 😍

Did you know we offer gorgeous silver jewellery options in store? The process is quick and messy free, and after a few weeks you will be able to collect a beautiful personal accessory with your little ones prints

Ask in store to see our catalogue

Did you know we offer gorgeous silver jewellery options in store? The process is quick and messy free, and after a few weeks you will be able to collect a beautiful personal accessory with your little ones prints

Ask in store to see our catalogue

It’s not long until another bank holiday and the school half term which means we’re in for a busy week in the studio

Secure your spot next week by booking online and enjoy a fun and relaxing time painting with the family or friends

It’s not long until another bank holiday and the school half term which means we’re in for a busy week in the studio

Secure your spot next week by booking online and enjoy a fun and relaxing time painting with the family or friends

Mid Week Puppy Prints!
Would you love a keepsake to remember your pup’s tiniest paws? 🐾 Whether you’re a proud dog parent or gifting something special to new puppy owners, we’re here to help you capture those precious moments in clay.

✨ These little paws don’t stay little for long — book your puppy print session today and create a memory that lasts a lifetime!

📞 Call the studio or email us to book now !

Mid Week Puppy Prints!
Would you love a keepsake to remember your pup’s tiniest paws? 🐾 Whether you’re a proud dog parent or gifting something special to new puppy owners, we’re here to help you capture those precious moments in clay.

✨ These little paws don’t stay little for long — book your puppy print session today and create a memory that lasts a lifetime!

📞 Call the studio or email us to book now !

Well done to everyone who earned a place as our star painters this week!

Well done to everyone who earned a place as our star painters this week!

What better way to celebrate your family’s birthdays with a unique and personal hand painted plate, perfect for a slice of cake (or two)

What better way to celebrate your family’s birthdays with a unique and personal hand painted plate, perfect for a slice of cake (or two)

There’s still a few spaces left on our Mamma Mia themed night on the 23rd for a fun evening of pottery painting, accompanied by the sound track from the musical 🤩🕺🏻

Book your spot on our website - tickets include the option to paint a mug or plate and the event runs from 7pm to 9pm

There’s still a few spaces left on our Mamma Mia themed night on the 23rd for a fun evening of pottery painting, accompanied by the sound track from the musical 🤩🕺🏻

Book your spot on our website - tickets include the option to paint a mug or plate and the event runs from 7pm to 9pm

We’ve had a great couple of weeks seeing lots of great paintings come through the kiln

We’ve had a great couple of weeks seeing lots of great paintings come through the kiln

We asked, you responded and we’ve listened! 🪩 ☀️

Thank you to everyone who voted on our recent poll for what evening workshops you want to see next.

Join us in June for a fun Mamma Mia themed night for the perfect opportunity to unwind, and sing along to your favorite musical soundtrack.

Book your slot via our website and keep an eye out for more updates coming soon 👀

We asked, you responded and we’ve listened! 🪩 ☀️

Thank you to everyone who voted on our recent poll for what evening workshops you want to see next.

Join us in June for a fun Mamma Mia themed night for the perfect opportunity to unwind, and sing along to your favorite musical soundtrack.

Book your slot via our website and keep an eye out for more updates coming soon 👀

This Sunday we’re having a look back at some of the great creations from our studio over the last few weeks 🤩

This Sunday we’re having a look back at some of the great creations from our studio over the last few weeks 🤩

The clocks have gone forward and spring has made an appearance!

With Easter holidays here, get the kids out of the house and spend some quality time as a family with some creative fun! We’re filling up fast so book your space in the studio through our website to avoid any disappointment

The clocks have gone forward and spring has made an appearance!

With Easter holidays here, get the kids out of the house and spend some quality time as a family with some creative fun! We’re filling up fast so book your space in the studio through our website to avoid any disappointment

Swipe through the fun from our Paint, Pizza & Prosecco nights! 🎨🥂 If you missed out, don’t worry – we’ve got more creative events coming up soon! Check out our website to sign up!

Swipe through the fun from our Paint, Pizza & Prosecco nights! 🎨🥂 If you missed out, don’t worry – we’ve got more creative events coming up soon! Check out our website to sign up!

🚨 New Colours Alert 🚨

Make your pottery stand out with our new range of patterned paint 🌈

🚨 New Colours Alert 🚨

Make your pottery stand out with our new range of patterned paint 🌈

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful women out there

We hope everyone’s enjoying their day and getting spoilt with lots of lovely presents!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful women out there

We hope everyone’s enjoying their day and getting spoilt with lots of lovely presents!

This weekend we’re celebrating our shop dog Percy’s 6th birthday! 🎈

He loves making friends and getting lots of attention so make sure next time you see him, make sure you show him lots of love

This weekend we’re celebrating our shop dog Percy’s 6th birthday! 🎈

He loves making friends and getting lots of attention so make sure next time you see him, make sure you show him lots of love

We had another fantastic night on Wednesday at our terrabella workshop and the final results look amazing!

We had another fantastic night on Wednesday at our terrabella workshop and the final results look amazing!

You may notice some changes happening to the shop recently! 🤩

At the beginning of the year we started revamping the inside of the shop a little, and now it’s time to give the outside some love. There still more to come so keep an eye out on the high street as you pass by!!

You may notice some changes happening to the shop recently! 🤩

At the beginning of the year we started revamping the inside of the shop a little, and now it’s time to give the outside some love. There still more to come so keep an eye out on the high street as you pass by!!

⭐ Fully booked for Mother’s Day weekend ⭐

We have a busy weekend ahead of us and unfortunately we are fully booked for any new bookings

If you’re looking for a special hand painted present for a lucky lady, Tuesday 25th will be the last day for paint your own items to be ready in time for the weekend 🌷

If you’re still looking for ideas, why not gift her a spot on one of our upcoming evening workshops? Or how about a gift voucher (e-vouchers also available) she can spend however and whenever she wants 🎁

⭐ Fully booked for Mother’s Day weekend ⭐

We have a busy weekend ahead of us and unfortunately we are fully booked for any new bookings

If you’re looking for a special hand painted present for a lucky lady, Tuesday 25th will be the last day for paint your own items to be ready in time for the weekend 🌷

If you’re still looking for ideas, why not gift her a spot on one of our upcoming evening workshops? Or how about a gift voucher (e-vouchers also available) she can spend however and whenever she wants 🎁

Mother’s Day is on its way!

We’ve extended our deadline for commissioned pieces to be ready in time for the special day

If you’re looking at getting personalised items painted by our in-house artist, you have until Sunday 23rd to place your order for a guaranteed collected before 30th March

Whether you are looking to spoil your partners with precious keepsakes with your child’s hand prints, or surprise your Nan with a custom hand painted item, pop by the shop, or give us a call this week to make your order

You can also come by the studio to paint your items yourself, which is a 5 day turn around so plan your visit to allow enough time! Book in your slot via our website

Mother’s Day is on its way!

We’ve extended our deadline for commissioned pieces to be ready in time for the special day

If you’re looking at getting personalised items painted by our in-house artist, you have until Sunday 23rd to place your order for a guaranteed collected before 30th March

Whether you are looking to spoil your partners with precious keepsakes with your child’s hand prints, or surprise your Nan with a custom hand painted item, pop by the shop, or give us a call this week to make your order

You can also come by the studio to paint your items yourself, which is a 5 day turn around so plan your visit to allow enough time! Book in your slot via our website

One thing we hear the most in the shop is ‘wow it looks so different!

From matt and chalky to smooth shiny and bright - the firing process completely transforms the appearance of the pottery. And it’s always so nice to see your reactions when you collect your pottery!

One thing we hear the most in the shop is ‘wow it looks so different!

From matt and chalky to smooth shiny and bright - the firing process completely transforms the appearance of the pottery. And it’s always so nice to see your reactions when you collect your pottery!

Our team have been busy recently visiting local nurseries doing some prints getting ready for Mother’s Day. But we’re always looking for new groups to visit for all occasions!

How it works: we will send the staff at the baby group or nursery an order form with 9 different pottery items and colours to choose from. Once this form is filled out and returned, we will get together all the pieces and bring them along to a pre-assigned slot at the group and take the prints of your child in your preferred colour. We will then take it back to our studio where our artists will personalise the items with multicoloured stars, writing and a rim. It will then be returned to the baby group within a couple of weeks where they will be handed out for you to take home

If you’re local to Witney and work for a baby group, or think your child’s nursery might be interested, give Holly an email on Holly@thepotteryplace.co.uk to enquire

Our team have been busy recently visiting local nurseries doing some prints getting ready for Mother’s Day. But we’re always looking for new groups to visit for all occasions!

How it works: we will send the staff at the baby group or nursery an order form with 9 different pottery items and colours to choose from. Once this form is filled out and returned, we will get together all the pieces and bring them along to a pre-assigned slot at the group and take the prints of your child in your preferred colour. We will then take it back to our studio where our artists will personalise the items with multicoloured stars, writing and a rim. It will then be returned to the baby group within a couple of weeks where they will be handed out for you to take home

If you’re local to Witney and work for a baby group, or think your child’s nursery might be interested, give Holly an email on Holly@thepotteryplace.co.uk to enquire

Please be aware of our new opening hours on Saturdays - we are now open 9:30am-5pm (instead of 5:30pm)

Please be aware of our new opening hours on Saturdays - we are now open 9:30am-5pm (instead of 5:30pm)

Have you felt inspired by The Great Pottery Throwdown and want to learn some hand building techniques as seen in the show?

Join us on the 16th April for our artist clay mug workshop where you can try your hand at slab building or coiling a unique and handmade mug

Starting at 7pm, you will have 1.5 - 2 hours to construct your clay creation, and once it has been fired you have the opportunity to book into our studio to paint your masterpiece.

Have you felt inspired by The Great Pottery Throwdown and want to learn some hand building techniques as seen in the show?

Join us on the 16th April for our artist clay mug workshop where you can try your hand at slab building or coiling a unique and handmade mug

Starting at 7pm, you will have 1.5 - 2 hours to construct your clay creation, and once it has been fired you have the opportunity to book into our studio to paint your masterpiece.

Send this to your other half / husband / partner so they don’t leave Mother’s Day until the last minute!

Book a session in our studio to get some special keepsakes made for the important women in your and your children’s lives.

Leave the hard work to our artists to add your desired personalities for one-of-a-kind and unique present

Send this to your other half / husband / partner so they don’t leave Mother’s Day until the last minute!

Book a session in our studio to get some special keepsakes made for the important women in your and your children’s lives.

Leave the hard work to our artists to add your desired personalities for one-of-a-kind and unique present

The sun has been out this week, but that doesn’t stop some fantastic painting in the studio

The sun has been out this week, but that doesn’t stop some fantastic painting in the studio

As a female owned and run business, we want to celebrate our fantastic team today on International Women’s Day.

Over the last 24 years, we have had the opportunity to work alongside some amazing and inspirational women. From our phenomenal owner and awesome manager, to all our talented pottery artists, studio assistants and not forgetting our kiln wizards! We are extremely lucky and proud to work with passionate and gifted women!

As a female owned and run business, we want to celebrate our fantastic team today on International Women’s Day.

Over the last 24 years, we have had the opportunity to work alongside some amazing and inspirational women. From our phenomenal owner and awesome manager, to all our talented pottery artists, studio assistants and not forgetting our kiln wizards! We are extremely lucky and proud to work with passionate and gifted women!

Loading the kiln is like playing a game of Tetris.

And our kiln wizards have to make sure everything this spaced and secure in order to have a successful firing!

Loading the kiln is like playing a game of Tetris.

And our kiln wizards have to make sure everything this spaced and secure in order to have a successful firing!

Bring your favourite book and comic characters to life and into your home this World Book Day

Bring your favourite book and comic characters to life and into your home this World Book Day

Who’s excited by the new sneak peak of Shrek 5 coming next year?

Who’s excited by the new sneak peak of Shrek 5 coming next year?

Friday night we hosted another great Pizza, Paint & Prosecco Night ! The next workshop is 28 Mar 2025, 19:00 – 21:00. (Book via our website)

Friday night we hosted another great Pizza, Paint & Prosecco Night ! The next workshop is 28 Mar 2025, 19:00 – 21:00. (Book via our website)

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