CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

CLASSES

 

Pottery Classes at Sofia Ceramics — South London

Think pottery is just spinning clay and hoping for the best? Well, kind of — but it’s also way more fun than that. If you’ve ever dreamed of saying “I made this!” while serving snacks on your very own handmade plates (and maybe impressing your friends or your mum), you’re in the right place.

 

Our ceramic workshops in London are your backstage pass to the wonderfully messy, surprisingly zen, and wildly creative world of pottery. Whether you're a total beginner or you’ve dabbled before, we’ll help you shape your ideas into beautiful, functional art — with plenty of laughs (and maybe a clay-covered apron) along the way.

 

All materials, firing, drinks, and good times included. Just bring your A-game (and maybe an apron).

 

Ready to trade your Netflix binge for some clay-slinging fun? Come join us — because life’s too short for boring plates and clean hands.

 

Let’s shape some magic (and maybe a little chaos). See you in the studio!

 

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✨ Try Our Clay Taster Session

Perfect for first-timers, date nights, or a solo creative escape.
New here? Start with our Clay Taster Session — the perfect intro to pottery in London for beginners. In just 90 minutes, you'll learn the fundamentals of hand-building, working with clay to shape your own small dish, cup, or sculptural piece.

 

Expect muddy hands, big laughs, and a surprising sense of calm. No experience required — just curiosity and good vibes.

 

✨ Date Night Pottery & Private Sessions

Looking for a unique date idea in London that’s more exciting than dinner and a movie? Our Pottery Date Nights are fun, playful, and a little bit messy — the good kind. Sip, spin, and see who throws the best bowl.

 

Want to keep it low-key or go full-on “Ghost” moment? Book a private session for two or more — perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or creative catch-ups.

 

✨ Pottery Parties, Group Events & Team Building

Want to shake up your next birthday, hen or stag party, or office shindig? We’ve got you. Our South London pottery studio is a warm, creative space perfect for team-building events, creative group experiences, or just doing something different with your crew.

We provide everything you need for a memorable hands-on experience — fun, relaxing, and just the right amount of challenge to get everyone talking (and laughing).
Drop us a line and we’ll craft a bespoke event for your team, party, or celebration.

 

Under the Clay-Light: Explore Our Pottery Experiences in South London

Whether you're after a one-off creative escape, a thoughtful gift, a new hobby, or the ultimate date night idea our hands-on pottery workshops offer something for every mood, milestone, and maker. All held in our Stockwell studio, led by ceramicists who believe great pottery is messy, magical, and made to last.

 

So what does a Sofia Ceramics workshop actually look like? Glad you asked! 

All classed are taught in our cosy Stockwell studio by working ceramicists who love what they do (and know how to teach it). These are small, intimate sessions inside a real working studio, the same one where we handcraft dinnerware for some of the UK’s top restaurants. 

 

Want to make it extra special? We offer options for drinks, snacks, and even cake on request 🍰 — perfect for birthdays, date nights, or just treating yourself.

 

 

🍽️ Clay Taster Class | 2 Hours

Welcome to your first step into the wonderful world of clay!
Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to try their hand at hand-building pottery in London, this session will guide you through making 2–3 pieces of handmade dinnerware using traditional techniques.

 

What to Expect:

• A quick intro to key pottery techniques and tools

• Time to make a plate, bowl, and/or cup using hand-building methods

• Guidance from our friendly team of professional ceramicists

• Explore trimming, carving, and surface textures

• Endless encouragement, baked snacks, and bottomless tea & coffee

 

After the Class:

• Choose your favourite pieces for glazing and firing

• We’ll contact you in 4–6 weeks when they’re ready to collect or ship

• (Yes, they’re dishwasher-safe and made to last!)

 

Need-to-Know:

• Max 10 people = calm, cosy vibes

• No experience needed — just curiosity

• All materials, firings, and aprons provided (or bring your own!)

• Ideal for: creative dates, chill solo time, pottery gift experiences

 

Looking for a fun London pottery experience or a creative gift? This is your moment.

 

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🍵 Make Your Own Dinnerware | 2.5 Hours

Get ready to make your own ceramic dinnerware — from clay to keepsake.

Choose your favourite combo (mug & plate or bowl & plate) and learn to create it from scratch, guided by the same expert makers who craft tableware for Ottolenghi, Kiln, Koala, and Rosewood Hotels.

 

What To Expect:

• A 3-hour hands-on class in our Stockwell pottery studio

• Learn key hand-building techniques — no pottery wheel required

• Try jiggering on the wheel to create a plate

• Trim, carve, and texture your own functional ceramic pieces in leather condition

• Paint / Decorate an already bisque fired plate. 

• Small class sizes = loads of personal attention

• Fired, glazed, and returned to you in 4–6 weeks

• Yes, it’ll be dishwasher and microwave safe!

 

Need to Know:

• No experience needed — perfect for beginners or creative friends

• Clay can get messy — dress accordingly

• Great as a ceramic workshop gift or couples experience

• Can’t collect your finished piece? We can post it (UK only)

 

This is pottery in London that feels less like a class and more like a slow art date with your hands.

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📍 Visit Us

Sofia Ceramics Studio
Stockwell, South London
Easy access from Clapham, Brixton & Vauxhall
Looking for "pottery classes near me"? You're already close.

 

🎁 Gifting a Class?

All our workshops are available as ceramic class gift cards the perfect present for birthdays, anniversaries, new homeowners, or that friend who’s watched every episode of The Great Pottery Throw Down. Choose from digital or physical gift options. Perhaps even pair a class with a Sofia Ceramics gift card for a thoughtful, memorable experience.

Gift idea: Handmade mug + workshop voucher = warmest gift ever.

 

🎁 Looking for a thoughtful experience gift?

We offer Pottery Class Gift Vouchers — perfect for birthdays, holidays, weddings, or just because. Give a little mud, magic, and memory-making.

 

📸 Don’t forget to tag us

Love seeing your work in the wild? So do we.
Share your creations and behind-the-scenes shots with @sofiaceramics — we might just feature your piece next.

 

 

📩 Email us at info@sofiaceramics.co.uk to plan your next pottery party, corporate workshop, or private class.