Ceramics Workshop

The Ceramics Workshop has a large worktable and two side benches, suitable for working on hand building and sculpting with clay, and a small amounts of drying space is available.  Please note that our space is not suitable for production pottery.

Kilns: We have two large kilns and one smaller test kiln.

Maximum temperature is 1240 (Degree Celsius).

Kiln dimensions:
Green Kiln:  L: 45.5cm.  W: 38cm.  H: 55.5cm
Blue Kiln:  L: 77cm.  W: 45.5cm.  H: 77.5cm
Test Kiln:  Diameter: 33cm.  H: 35cm

Important note: kilns are only available for use by ESW Members, and are only available for firing work that has been produced at ESW. We are not a kiln hire organisation.

Join to become a Member here.

Kiln booking procedures: on your first session in our Ceramics Workshop, you will have a Ceramics Workshop Induction, and our kiln booking procedures will be described by our Technician, as kilns are often in high demand. Please read our Kiln Use Terms and Conditions here and agree to them during the Ceramics Workshop Induction. Kiln firings are booked and managed by the Technical Team. Members are not able to operate the kilns directly, but can be involved in loading their work. Firings can be shared by up to four users.

Kiln charges: £2.50 per day plus 30p per electrical unit used.

If you have a big project or important deadline coming up, please get in touch to discuss in advance so we can plan ahead.