Raku Mud Club
A small, friendly pottery group for people who could use a calmer, more connected few hours in the week.
This is more than a free pottery class. It's a six-week pottery & wellbeing course for three local adults — a quiet space to slow down, work with clay, learn something new, and feel part of a small, supportive group. No experience needed, and being “good” at it isn't the point.
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Across six Saturdays, you'll try wheel throwing and handbuilding at your own pace.
Each week you'll build a little more skill and confidence — making mugs, bowls and simple sculptural pieces — with plenty of time for tea, conversation and a gentle check-in. The focus is on enjoying the process: slowing down, using your hands, and being part of a friendly group.
By the end, you'll have made a small collection of your own work to be proud of.
On the final week, each person chooses two favourite pieces to be Raku fired — a dramatic outdoor firing that gives glazes their unique, unrepeatable surfaces. You'll take yours home as a lasting reminder.
How to apply
Open to adults aged 45–65. There are just three places. To apply, email me a little about yourself — no diagnosis or personal details needed:
- Your name and age
- Where you live
- Why you'd like to take part
- How a small, creative group might support your wellbeing
- Whether cost would normally keep you from a course like this