Hopewell Studios
ENTRY
from £172
WHERE
Knaresborough
What it’s like
A pottery and craft studio where kids can try hand-building, painting or screen printing over a proper course rather than a one-off session.
This isn't a paint-a-mug-and-go set up. The studio runs actual courses, pinch pots and slab work in the beginners' hand-building course, plus painting, drawing and screen printing workshops if pottery isn't the draw. It's a place for a child who wants to get properly stuck into a craft over several weeks, not just fill an afternoon.
That shapes the cost. The four week beginners' hand-building course is £172, and if your child gets the bug there's an eleven session ceramic studio pass at £418 for independent practice. Firing is charged separately too, £11 a kilo for bisque and glaze, £10 a kilo if you bring your own clay. It adds up, so this suits a family who's decided pottery is worth investing in rather than one testing the water for an hour.
There's indoor seating and food on site, so a course session doesn't mean going hungry, and outdoor space too if anyone needs a break from the wheel. Parking's there if you're driving over, and toilets are on site. Because everything's structured as courses and sessions rather than drop-in visits, you'll want to think about which weeks you can commit to before booking anything.
Facilities
Plan your visit
How much does it cost?
The beginners' hand-building course is £172 for four weeks. An eleven session ceramic studio pass is £418 if you want ongoing access.
Is firing included in the price?
No, firing is extra: £11 a kilo for bisque and glaze, or £10 a kilo if you're using your own clay.
What kind of things do kids actually make?
Pinch pots and slab work in the hand-building course, plus there are painting, drawing and screen printing workshops on offer too.
Is there food available?
There's on site food and indoor seating, so you're not stuck finding lunch elsewhere between sessions.
Do we need to book ahead?
Courses and studio access are structured as set sessions rather than drop-in, so you'll want to sort your dates before turning up.
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