Clayability | Our Pottery Studio in North Somerset near Bristol

Clayability workshop studio set up for a throwing course with potters wheels near Bristol

Our professional pottery and teaching studio

The Studio at The Pottery, Elm Farm, Duck Lane, Langford is set in the beautiful North Somerset countryside, within easy reach of Bristol, Bath, and Weston-super-Mare.

We deliberately keep our courses small so everyone gets genuine one-to-one attention throughout the day. There are up to six students on the One and Two Day Throwing Courses, seven on the Raku course and only five on the Three Day Pottery Throwing Masterclass.

In our bright and spacious studio every student has their own dedicated wheel and access to all the tools and equipment they need. Aprons are provided, although students are welcome to bring their own apron and tools if they’d prefer.

On Raku firing days a lot of the action takes place outdoors where students get hands-on with the full fire-and-smoke Raku process.

All clays and materials are included, as are hot drinks and sweet treats throughout the day. As part of our courses we also include a sit-down communal home-cooked lunch – a highlight for many of our students!

The interior of the Clayability studio workshop, pottery courses, North somerset near Bristol

Getting to the studio

Ahead of each course we provide students with detailed directions for finding the studio and we have plenty of free on-site parking available. Public transport options are limited but nearby, Langford is on the U2 bus route between Bristol and Weston-supe-Mare. Also Yatton station is a 15 minute cab ride away. We can also help to coordinate car-sharing between students where helpful. Where to find us.

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   Mary 
 3 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really enjoyed my day learning the basics from  Bill.  He’s a great teacher and we all improved enormously in the short time he was teaching us.  Delicious lunch was a bonus and I look forward to another session soon.  Many thanks.
  
 
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   Keith 
 12 days ago
 
 
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A really enjoyable couple of days increasing my experience of Raku pottery.  Friendly and knowledgeable Bill made it fun and Sarah treated us to lovely soup for lunch. Definitely recommend this for anyone interested in trying something different.
  
 
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   Sarah 
 12 days ago
 
 
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Had a fabulous time on the 2 day Raku course in September.   Improved on my hand building skills.  Great tutorial & information from Bill.  Loved the glazing and firing experience 👌.  If you've always wanted to try Raku,  whether you're a novice or have experience of pottery, do it.  You won't be disappointed 😃👍
  
 
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   Pip 
 16 days ago
 
 
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Had the most amazing couple of days at Clayability😁 Bill is a fantastic teacher really helpful with loads of tips and always on hand to give advice. The Raku course I cannot recommend highly enough as it was an incredible experience for beginners and more experienced. There  was a real range of people on the course from those of us who have done nothing to others who had done the course before and just wanted the magic experience again. You are well fed and watered throughout the two days and can’t wait to book another course with them absolutely loved it.
  
 
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   Julia 
 79 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had an incredible time on the Raku course with Bill and Sarah! We made incredible pots, and Bill was so helpful supporting our ideas, whilst Sarah provided warm hospitality and made delicious lunch. One of the best courses I have ever done!
  
 
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   Kath 
 108 days ago
 
 
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What a fantastic 2 days doing the raku course.  Bill is an excellent and experienced tutor.  He supports everyone and teaches the group a range of skills to try out with success.  Sarah provides you with the most delicious lunch and snacks too. A wonderful setting and it felt good value for money.   I will definitely sign up again next year.  Would highly recommend Clayability.
  
 
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   Penny 
 132 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Day 1 of two-day pottery throwing workshop at Clayability.  I already feel I have improved technique & learnt new things. Bill is a very good teacher- gives one confidence, clear practical demos, attentive to everyone in the small group, & very nice guy. And Sarah’s lentil soup was to die for!
  
 
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   Simon 
 150 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently completed a two-day raku course with Bill. Mud, fire, smoke, steam, alchemy. And a lovely lunch. What's not to love.
  
 
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   Nicola 
 150 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A lovely, 2 day, friendly and informative pottery course in a beautiful location. I came away with a selection of pieces I was really pleased with. I would recommend this course.
  
 
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   Victoria 
 167 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Bill’s courses are amazing, he’s a master potter. I’ve been ‘potting’ for a while now and he is one of the few teachers who always teaches me something really helpful. He’s also a thoroughly good bloke who, with his wife Sarah, make the course so enjoyable.

It’s definitely worth the hour long drive there and back for the time with Bill in his studio. Highly recommended.