Our Courses
Starting in October 2021, Croft Pottery will offer a range of wheel throwing and hand building courses aimed at different levels and age groups.
We will run weekly evening and day time courses, one day courses as well as weekend and residential courses.
We will also run advance courses in making, Glazing and firing.
About Us
Situated in the conveniently located village of Rainton, in the heart of North Yorkshire, Croft Pottery is a purpose built teaching studio that offers wheel throwing and hand building classes, courses and clubs.
Whether you are a total beginner looking to try pottery for the first time, an enthusiast wanting to develop further through a course or club, or a seasoned potter looking for a master class with some of the best Potters in the business, Croft Pottery has something for everyone.
Our highly experienced team provides expert tuition in a warm and welcoming environment, offering the perfect space to learn and develop. With over 70 regular students per week attending our courses and clubs we are the largest, most creative and supportive potting community in the county.
We also offer private hires for groups and families, individual tuition and studio hire for schools.
What our customers say
"I first attended one of Joe's throwing courses three years ago and was immediately impressed by his skill, enthusiasm, and ability to teach. His guidance and support have played a huge role in my pottery journey, and thanks to his encouragement, I'm now preparing to start a master's degree in the field this October. I can’t recommend his teaching enough." - Mel Armsby
“Arranged a pottery class for my birthday for myself and 9 friends.
Morag and Joe were excellent teachers, and everyone finished with some great pieces. Fantastic hosts and an amazing experience for a special event”
– Eleanor Brown
“Had an amazing time on the beginners taster class. We've never thrown before but were able to make 2 pots. Friendly and an amazing teacher, can really recommend”
– Matthew Smithson
"I tell everyone that coming to Croft Pottery provides me with a form of meditation. It’s the perfect way to relax in the middle of a busy working week. It’s a beautiful, relaxed learning environment. The teacher is brilliant: knowledgeable and supportive, and I love my fellow students: we have fantastic fun every week while we work on our creations." - Rachel Leech