Our teaching studios are extremely versatile spaces which can be used for all sorts of activities. We host a variety of events such as; team building days, group classes, corporate events, parties, masterclasses and photoshoots. Check out examples of our private sessions and get in touch to receive a hires info pack!
This is our most popular session as it provides a great introduction to ceramics. Everyone has about 2 hours of throwing on the wheel and around 2 hours of getting to grips with a range of hand building skills, with demonstrations and support from our teachers. After the session we glaze and fire 3-4 pieces from each person that can be collected around 3-4 weeks afterwards. It’s similar to our ‘one-off taster session’: more info The session can be between 4-4.5 hours in length and costs around £100 pp depending on how many people are in the group. All prices include materials, firings and VAT, so there are no additional costs.
This is our most popular session as it provides a great introduction to ceramics. Everyone has about 2 hours of throwing on the wheel and around 2 hours of getting to grips with a range of hand building skills, with demonstrations and support from our teachers. After the session we glaze and fire 3-4 pieces from each person that can be collected around 3-4 weeks afterwards. It’s similar to our ‘one-off taster session’: more info The session can be between 4-4.5 hours in length and costs around £100 pp depending on how many people are in the group. All prices include materials, firings and VAT, so there are no additional costs.
For people who are interested in a shorter session and would like to focus on the wheel. Ideally it would be 2.5-3 hours in length and after the session we glaze and fire 2-3 pieces from each person that can be collected around 3-4 weeks afterwards. Cost around £90 pp depending on how many attending. All prices include materials, firings and VAT, so there are no additional costs. We can’t host as many people on a purely throwing session, the max we could have in a studio is 12 at a time.
For further details or to come and see the studios please email or call (11am-4pm, Mon-Fri) :
It depends on the size of the group and the length of the session, however as a general rule we have the following availability:
Peckham studios: Fridays & Saturdays after 2pm and Tuesdays & Thursdays during the day, finishing by 5:30pm.
Farringdon studio: Monday – Friday after 2pm and some weekends
*If you’re looking for a different day / time, please get in touch to discuss and we will try to accommodate!
The maximum we can host in a studio is 22 people. However, our Peckham studios are only 5mins walk from one another, so we can host a group of 22 in one studio whilst simultaneously hosting a session for 16 in another studio, totalling 38 people.
Discounts may be available when more than 18 people book a session.
The minimum group size is 5 people. We can host sessions for 4 people or less, but prices would increase significantly per person.
Our typical 4 – 4.5 hour session might feel long but we build in a 10-15min break half way through and time flies!
It’s also possible to have a longer break for lunch and some groups prefer the following schedule: morning session 10:30am-12:30pm, break for lunch 12:30pm-2pm, afternoon session 2pm-4pm.
You are free to bring food / drink to the session. However we recommended that if you want any substantial food, your group book somewhere to eat as our class areas are not geared up for a sit down meal.
2 studios are based in the heart of Peckham, where there are loads of great places to eat + drink. Here are some of our favourites.
Our Farringdon studio is also surrounded by a vibrant food scene. We’re still scouting out our personal favourite haunts, but here’s a guide to give you an idea!
Work is generally ready for collection between 3-4 weeks after the session has taken place.
It’s a lengthy process as all the work must fully dry before being bisc fired, then glazed, then fired a second time, before finally being wrapped and packed.
We will send an email when it’s ready to collect. Each person can collect their own work from the studio, or you could arrange an Uber to collect the work.
You may either:
Pay the full amount upfront, or
Pay a £500 deposit, with the remaining balance due no later than 3 weeks before the session date.
Payment is usually made via BACS transfer. If you would prefer to pay by credit card, this can be arranged, however an additional processing fee will apply.
Group numbers can be adjusted up to 2 days before the session:
12 people or fewer: we can add or remove 1 person
13 people or more: we can add or remove 2–3 people
8 people or fewer: the original number booked must remain
We’ll do our best to accommodate and the earlier we are informed of any changes, the better.
Changes to the length of a session can be made up to 3 weeks before the session date. Longer sessions or additional activities will incur extra cost.
Minor changes to the itinerary can be made up to 2 days before the session. These should not affect the agreed hire cost.
Requests to amend timings or activities should be made as early as possible.
If participants do not attend or arrive late, it is not possible to provide alternative studio time or partial/full refunds. Hire sessions run at fixed times to cover tuition, materials and space hire. The studio cannot be used outside the agreed hire time.
Once the full balance has been paid (3 weeks before the session), the booking is fixed and a full refund is not possible. If cancelled with 3 weeks or less notice, the £500 deposit will be retained and the remaining balance refunded.
Sessions may be rescheduled up to 3 weeks before the booked date, subject to studio availability. With 3 weeks or less notice, a new date may be discussed but cannot be guaranteed. In this case, the cost of the original studio hire and teacher’s fee will be additional to the cost of the rescheduled session.
All material costs are included in the session fee, unless a supplementary glazing session has been booked. Firing and material costs are based on the number of pieces made by each person (typically 3–4 pieces during longer sessions and 2–3 pieces during shorter workshops). This can be changed if specified in advance when arranging a quote.
You will receive an email when your work is ready for collection, usually 3–4 weeks after your session. From the date of this email, you have 4 weeks to collect your work. Any work remaining after the collection deadline will be thrown out or donated.
We always take great care of everyone’s work; however, we cannot guarantee that work won’t be damaged during the firing process. Any work damaged during firing is not the responsibility of The Kiln Rooms.
Group delivery can be arranged to one location. We recommend booking an Uber or courier, and we can assist with loading at the studio.
If anyone in the group has a disability, please let us know before the session. We can accommodate many disabilities, but advance notice allows us to prepare properly to support you.
All participants must respect health and safety rules, signage, staff, members and local residents.
Key points:
The Kiln Rooms cannot be held responsible for injuries caused through misuse of the studio or equipment.
If you are unsure about any health and safety matter, please ask your teacher or a member of staff.
The Kiln Rooms is not responsible for damage to work, or for belongings that are lost or stolen.
