Links to useful websites for potters and pottery students, including pottery suppliers, associations and other interesting resources. Whether you’re continuing after one of our courses or developing your own practice, we hope you find something helpful here.
Pottery Suppliers
CTM Potters Suppliers
A leading UK supplier with an extensive range of clays, glazes and pottery equipment for hobbyists and professionals.
Bath Potters
An independent supplier of high-quality ceramic materials and tools, with technical advice for potters and artists.
Hot Clay
A modern pottery specialist offering fast delivery of kilns, wheels, and a wide selection of clay and studio supplies.
Potclays
A family-run firm based in Stoke-on-Trent, manufacturing and supplying premium clays and ceramic materials since 1932.
Kiln Craft
A UK retailer of pottery equipment, kilns, wheels and craft tools, for hobbyists and professional studios.
Pottery Associations
Westcountry Potters Association
A voluntary network linking makers and collectors who share an interest in clay across the South West of England.
South Wales Potters
Founded in 1964, this is one of the largest and most active regional ceramic associations in the UK
Craft Potter’s Association
The leading national body representing studio potters and ceramic artists in the UK.
Craft Council
The national charity and development agency for contemporary craft in the UK.
Interesting Pottery Site
Contemporary Ceramics Gallery
The Craft Potters Association’s gallery in Bloomsbury, London. Showcasing high-quality studio pottery from world-renowned British potters alongside the most exciting emerging talent.
I Have This Thing With Ceramics
An online community and comprehensive resource for ceramic lovers. A platform that offers a curated guide to pottery events, artisan fairs, and independent galleries across the UK. A celebration of all things clay.
The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Located in Stoke-on-Trent, the historic heart of the British ceramics industry, with an internationally significant collection of Staffordshire pottery.
findacraft.co.uk
UK-based directory and booking platform designed to connect individuals with hands-on creative experiences. It features a selection of ceramics and pottery workshops, classes, and courses, from expert makers.
Ceramic Shows
International Ceramics Festival
Held every two years in July at Aberystwyth Arts Centre in Wales, and one of Europe’s leading ceramics events.
Potfest
A renowned series of ceramic markets and festivals at locations across the UK, including Penrith, Scotland and Melton Mowbray.
Art in Clay, Farnham
Held each November at the Maltings in Surrey, with over 70 individual makers, a highlight of the winter ceramics calendar.
Ceramic Art London
The UK’s premier exhibition of contemporary studio ceramics, usually held in spring and organised by the Craft Potters Association.
Craft Festival Bovey Tracey
Held each June in the heart of Devon, this award-winning event is one of Europe’s most prestigious craft fairs, with over 200 makers.
Craft Festival Wales
A three-day celebration of making at the historic Cardigan Castle each September.
Ceramics in the City
An annual ceramics fair held at the Museum of the Home in London each September.
Celebrating Ceramics, Oxford
A ceramics show held each July in the gardens at Waterperry.
Useful Links for Potters
Whether you are looking for materials, professional networking, or technical research, these resources are essential for anyone practicing ceramics in the UK.
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Duck Lane
Langford
Bristol, North Somerset
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