Date: Sunday 8 Feb 2026: Nature inspired small bonsai/cactus & accent pots
Time: either morning 9.45 arrival for 10am start until 12.30 (£55) or afternoon session 1.00 arrival for 1.15 start until 3.45pm (£55).

We will be concentrating on two techniques- informal slab construction and carving a block of clay to create two small pots.

Date: Saturday 14 March 2026: Industrial inspired small bonsai/cactus pots
Time: either morning 9.45 arrival for 10am start until 12.30 (£55) or afternoon session 1.15 arrival for 1.30 start until 4pm (£55).

We will be concentrating on two techniques- informal wrapped slab and base construction and carving a block of clay to create two small pots.


There will be a short demo of each technique followed by guidance and help. Materials are included and both pots will be dried and later fired to stoneware temperatures (suitable for outside use). They will be ready for collection (or posted at additional cost) within 4-6 weeks. Please note that the pots will not be glazed but can be washed with a brown/black oxide wash to pick out any decorative features. The courses are designed for beginners or those with more experience. It is recommended to wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty or bring an apron.

For any further information, to book and pay for a course please contact me using this website's contact form.

Please note that the workshops are a private arrangement and not organised by Barnsdale Gardens so these workshops do not appear on their website. If you want to visit the garden before or after the workshop you can purchase entrance fee direct from the ticket office. More information on Barnsdale Gardens location etc can be found on www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk. The cafe normally opens between 9-4pm.