🏺 Clay Studio Membership

Monthly studio memberships for independent clay makers

Our Clay Studio memberships are monthly subscriptions that allow you to book studio time to develop your pottery skills independently in a calm, well-equipped environment.

Memberships are designed for people who already have core skills in hand-building or wheel throwing and are confident working without step-by-step instruction.
Basic glazing knowledge is required, but studio staff are always available if you need help.

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Is Clay Studio Membership right for me?

Clay Studio membership is suitable if you:

• Have some prior pottery experience

• Are happy working independently

• Want regular access to clay facilities

• Are developing skills over time rather than attending one-off classes

If you’d like to join but feel you need more instruction first, please contact us about our classes or 1:2:1 sessions — we’re happy to guide you to the right starting point.

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Entry requirements (important)

All Clay Studio members must:

• Be 18+ (see Teen Membership below)

• Have completed one or more of the following:

  • Introduction to Pottery Wheel Workshop

  • Introduction to Clay Building Workshop

  • 8 Week Introduction to Pottery Course
    OR

  • Have previous clay studio experience and be able to provide examples of work or demonstrate ability in the studio

This ensures the studio remains a safe, calm and productive space for everyone.

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Membership options

Choose the membership that best fits how often you want to make.
All memberships are monthly subscriptions.

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🔹 Pay-As-You-Go Membership

£30 per month

Best for: Occasional makers who want flexible studio access.

Includes:

• Bookable studio sessions (3 hours per visit)

• Communal drying and storage space

• Access during studio opening hours

Firing (payable separately):

• Bisque firing: £12 per kg

• Glaze firing: £12 per kg

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🔹 Bronze Membership

£72 per month

Best for: Regular makers attending weekly.

Includes:

• 8 studio hours per month

• Personal drying and storage space

• 1 shelf bisque firing per month

• 1 shelf glaze firing per month

• Access during studio opening hours

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🔹 Silver Membership

£96 per month

Best for: Makers wanting more flexibility and extended access.

Includes:

• 12 studio hours per month

• Personal drying and storage space

• 1 shelf bisque firing per month

• 1 shelf glaze firing per month

• 24/7 studio access

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🔹 Gold Membership

£140 per month

Best for: Highly committed regular makers.

Includes:

• 20 studio hours per month

• Personal drying and storage space

• 2 shelves bisque firing per month

• 2 shelves glaze firing per month

• 24/7 studio access

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🔹 Platinum Membership

£260 per month

Best for: Advanced makers producing larger volumes of work.

Includes:

• 40 studio hours per month

• Personal drying and storage space

• 1 kiln bisque firing per month

• 1 kiln glaze firing per month

• 24/7 studio access

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🔹 Unlimited Membership

£480 per month

Best for: Full-time makers or production potters.

Includes:

• Unlimited studio hours

• Personal drying and storage space

• 1 kiln bisque firing per week

• 1 kiln glaze firing per week

• 24/7 studio access

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Teen Membership (ages 14–17)

£48 per month

Includes:

• 8 studio hours per month

• Personal drying and storage space

• 1 shelf bisque firing per month

• 1 shelf glaze firing per month

Access times:

• Term time:

  • Friday 12:30–17:30

  • Saturday 10:00–17:00

• School holidays:

  • Studio opening hours, 5 days a week

Teen members must work independently and follow studio rules at all times.

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Visiting with a member

Members are welcome to bring a single guest with them (including children aged 8–17) to visit the studio during opening hours at the Pay-As-You-Go rate.

• Children must be fully supervised by their adult member

• The supervising member remains responsible at all times

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What’s included in all memberships

All memberships include:

• Use of pottery wheel

• Use of studio tools and equipment

• Access to:

  • Mayco Stroke & Coat glazes

  • Mayco Stoneware glazes

  • Clear food-safe dipping glaze (Scarva or Mayco)

• Storage space and kiln firing capacity based on membership tier

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What’s not included

• Clay (sold separately in 12.5kg bags from our local supplier)

• Bringing in new clays or glazes without prior approval

• Additional firing beyond your membership allowance

• Extra studio hours beyond your monthly allowance

• Food and drinks from the coffee shop

Important:
All new clays and glazes must be test-fired before use to protect the kiln.
Test firing: £60 per firing.

Additional firing:

• £20 per shelf

• £60 per whole kiln

Additional studio time:

• £10 per extra hour

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Studio policies (please read)

• Membership hours and firing allowances do not roll over

• Memberships can be paused, skipped or cancelled at any time

• Pre-booking is essential to ensure adequate workspace

• Membership numbers are limited

• CCTV is in use for safety and security

• All members must follow the studio code of conduct and clean shared areas

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Discounts & work exchange

• 10% student discount with valid college or university ID

• Membership fees may be reduced in exchange for regular studio work
  (kiln loading/unloading, glazing, order sorting).
  Please contact Mhairi to discuss.

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Join the Clay Studio

If you’re ready to make clay part of your routine, choose the membership that suits you and book your studio time online.

👉 Join the Clay Studio