ClayLife Pottery - It's no life with clay life!

Have you ever wondered how your pottery at home gets made, or are you a fan of the Pottery Throwdown and want to give it a go yourself? Now's your chance.

Come on down to ClayLife Pottery, situated within the historic walls of the old post office and discover a place where creativity comes to life. Artisan crafters will be on hand to answer all your questions, from the different types of clays, where they come from and the different ways they need to be handled. You can even ask specific questions, like how long it takes to make a tea-cup. Every piece is handmade and will always be unique.

You can even get your hands on some of our raw clay and become a potter yourself. Try your hand at pulling and shaping clay, and for children there will be some fast-drying clay which they can shape and take home as a keepsake.

There is a long history of terracotta pottery in Appleby-in-Westmorland and the surrounding areas, dating back to the medieval period, and it was once the main source of employment in the area. Discover the stories of the past and how the pottery industry shaped the local landscape.

Timings

Friday 11 September:

1000-1530

Location & directions

Claylife pottery 26 Boroughgate, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6UZ

Directions:

Situated in the heart of the town of Appleby with free parking and access to cafes restaurants and shops, for a fun day out for all of the family. Dog friendly.

Contact on day:

Fran Roberts

Telephone number:

+447553372700

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Disabled toilets across the road key available from the TIB. On the high street convenient for free parking and other amenities, you can find Clay Life Pottery in the old post office building.

Additional information

All equipment materials and aprons provided.

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