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Tool Training: Introduction to the Potters Wheel (STRATFORD)

Past event

Location
Stratford
Date
Friday 17th October 2025
Time
10:00 — 12:00

Learn how to throw clay on the potter's wheel!

What to expect

This 2-hour induction will show you how to prepare clay for throwing, and to begin practising to throw forms on the wheel. We'll go through relevant tools and techniques, and the rest is up to you and some practice time. You will then be able to book it via the website.

This induction will also go through the ceramics area for our Bloomsbury Workshop.

Event location

Institute of Making Stratford
UCL Marshgate Building
7 Sidings Street
London
E20 2AE

Please note that entering our postcode into Apple Maps will take you to the wrong address. Instead, please find us by searching 'UCL Marshgate Building' if you use this software.
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Attendee information

We would recommend wearing clothes that can get dirty and flat, closed-toe shoes. Any long nails may be broken!

Please let us know if you have any access requirements in order to attend this event by emailing members@insituteofmaking.org.uk

IMPORTANT: Latecomers will not be admitted - if you can't attend, please log in and cancel, and let us know via members@instituteofmaking.org.uk

Do you have specific access requirements?

If you have specific access requirements, please contact members@instituteofmaking.org.uk in advance of your session.