Explore the Joy of Crafting with Clay
Welcome to Clayfolk
a welcoming community ceramics studio in Folkestone
A space to learn, create, and connect. Whether you’re picking up clay for the first time or developing your practice, you’ll find the tools, guidance, and freedom to shape your own ceramics journey.
sessions, workshops & master classes for makers of all levels
Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, shaping, refining, and glazing your own masterpiece is a fun, relaxing, and social way to unwind.
Dive into the world of ceramics with our hands-on pottery sessions. Gain confidence using the studio and explore endless creative possibilities.
We offer 2 main styles of session - self directed Freedom Sessions for those with some experience looking to develop their own work, or guided Studio Inductions and Workshops ideal for beginners or anyone wanting structured learning. Click below to find out more…
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Our self-directed sessions give you full creative control. Bring your own projects and work at your own pace - throw, hand-build, glaze, refine, all on your terms.
The studio is your space to experiment, with professional equipment and experienced support on hand if you need it.
Choose a 2-hour, 4-hour or full-day session, check availability, and book your spot.
Settle in, make, and let the magic unfold.
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Our guided sessions range from shorter inductions to multi-week workshops, all led by experienced tutors who demonstrate techniques and provide step-by-step support - helping you create finished pieces to take home.
Studio Inductions:
Perfect if you’re new to clay or ready to rekindle your love of making. Our induction sessions are designed to help you feel confident using the Clayfolk studio safely and independently. You’ll explore the basics of wheel throwing, hand-building or glazing while learning essential studio practices, from handling materials to understanding the making and firing process. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the studio and ready to start creating in your own way.
Improver Workshops:
Ready to deepen your skills? Join focused sessions on surface decoration, glaze making, advanced throwing, and more. We also host specialist classes with visiting ceramic artists, offering fresh inspiration and professional insight.
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Discover Guest Potter sessions, Clayfolk Members' private views, Clayfolk Socials and other Folkestone events we think you'll love.
We are Clayfolk
Discover the story behind Clayfolk, a community ceramics studio in the heart of Folkestone.
Founded by makers who wanted more space to create, Clayfolk brings together people who love working with clay, from curious beginners to experienced potters. Learn how we started, meet the team, and see why we’re building more than just a studio - we’re building a creative community.
The Clayfolk Studio
Explore our studio and get a feel for the Clayfolk space.
Our fully accessible studio is equipped for every stage of the making process, we have six Shimpo and two large ride on wheels in the throwing area, generous hand-building benches stocked with tools, an extruder and roller, a large reclaim station with batts and vatts to recycle clay. A well stocked glazing bay with buckets of slips and glazes and finally our two trusty kilns that fire work from the drying racks to completion. As our gallery evolves we hope to capture the life of the studio - the people, the process, and the creativity that defines Clayfolk.
