Wick & Ceramic Pottery Workshop

A paint-your-own pottery studio on Kilburn High Road where families decorate pre-made ceramic pieces and take them home. The workshop provides all materials and supplies. Sessions run two hours, with a week's wait for glazing and firing before collection. Aprons are supplied, making it suitable for all ages. Best for creative families and souvenir makers. This is a easy activity lasting 2 hours. Group size: 2-8. You meet at Kilburn High Road studio. Key highlights: No pottery experience needed, Wide selection of ready-made ceramic forms, Professional glazing and firing included.

Price: £18

Duration: 2 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: 2-8

Minimum age: all ages

Best for: creative families and souvenir makers

Best time: Weekday afternoons are quieter. Morning sessions suit younger children better. Allow two weeks total for planning if items are gifts.

Meeting point: Kilburn High Road studio

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

Arrival Select a ceramic piece and receive paint/glaze options - Studio staff shows available items: bowls, plates, mugs, figurines, and tiles.

First 30 min Plan design and start painting your piece - Staff provides guidance on colour mixing and painting techniques.

30-90 min Continue painting with multiple layers and details - Children can paint freely while adults help with finer details if desired.

90-120 min Final touches and cleanup - Staff seals pieces and assigns them for glazing and firing.

Collection (one week later) Return to collect fully glazed and fired pottery - Pieces are ready to take home as keepsakes or gifts.

The whole experience takes 2 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Kilburn High Road studio.

• No pottery experience needed
• Wide selection of ready-made ceramic forms
• Professional glazing and firing included
• Take-home finished pieces within one week
• Aprons and all materials provided
• Accessibility: Ground floor access. Tables can be adjusted for different heights. Stand or sit as needed during painting.

What is included: Choice of ceramic item, Paints and brushes, Apron and protective covering, Glazing and kiln firing, Professional finish.

Not included: Pottery wheel or hand-building clay, Rush firing (standard one-week turnaround), Gift wrapping or packaging. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Comfortable clothes (paint-safe or apron underneath), Hair tie if long hair, Notes on design ideas if planning ahead. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: Weekday afternoons are quieter. Morning sessions suit younger children better. Allow two weeks total for planning if items are gifts..

Tip: Allow extra week for glazing

Tip: Aprons provided

Accessibility: Ground floor access. Tables can be adjusted for different heights. Stand or sit as needed during painting..

Operator: Wick & Ceramic

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• Kiln Theatre (8 min walk)
• Kensal Green Cemetery (12 min walk)

This activity is run by Wick & Ceramic.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 48 hours before. Glazed pieces ready for collection are non-refundable..

Accessibility: Ground floor access. Tables can be adjusted for different heights. Stand or sit as needed during painting..

Best time to go: Weekday afternoons are quieter. Morning sessions suit younger children better. Allow two weeks total for planning if items are gifts..

Can very young children participate in pottery painting?

Yes. All ages can paint pottery with supervision. Toddlers enjoy using brushes despite messy results. Staff recommend washable clothes and expect spills. Parents can guide small hands or let them paint freely.

How long does glazing and firing take?

Standard turnaround is one week from completion of painting. Pieces are fired in the kiln and ready for collection seven days later. Rush firing available for additional fee if requested in advance.

What if I want a specific ceramic item that's not in stock?

Contact the studio in advance to request specific items. Staff can often arrange bespoke pieces or suggest alternatives in stock. Popular items during holidays sell quickly.