THE KILN ROOMS 2026 SUMMER SALE: Copeland Park info
Friday 5th June – Sunday 7th June
Our seasonal sales are a fantastic opportunity to showcase and sell your work. We strongly encourage you to invite gallery and shop owners, as well as family and friends. When everyone uses their networks, it benefits us all!
This year’s Summer Sale will run simultaneously across both our Copeland Park and Bellenden Rd studios.
Key Links
Sign up to TAKE PART
Sign up to HELP OUT
Main Info
Studio closed for making: from 7am Friday 5th June to 6pm Sunday 7th June
No firings: from 7am Friday 5th – 4pm Sunday 7th June
Participation fee: £20, to be paid before 11am Friday 5th June
You’ll receive 85% of your sales. 10% goes to The Kiln Rooms (to cover running costs), 5% goes to FiredUp4, a youth ceramics charity (You’re welcome to donate more via their website if you wanted to!)
These sales wouldn’t be possible without everyone lending a hand. If you’d like to help out during the weekend, please use the HELP OUT link above, or sign up in the studio. It’s a great way to meet people and keep everything running smoothly.
Studio Closure & Set-Up Schedule
| Date | Time | What’s Happening |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 1 – Thu 4 June | All day | Bring in your work |
| Thu 4 June | By 9pm | Deadline to bring in work |
| Fri 5 June | 9am–5pm | Cleaning, tidying & sale set-up (studio closed for making) |
| Fri 5 June | 5pm–9pm | Opening Night – everyone welcome! (studio closed for making) |
| Sat 6 June | 11am–5pm | Open to the public. (studio closed for making) |
| Sun 7 June | 11am–5pm | Open to the public. (studio closed for making) |
| Sun 7 June | 4:45pm–6pm | Take-down & collect work. (studio closed for making) |
Studio Preparation
We recommend finishing your making at least 2 weeks before the event.
By Tuesday 2nd June: clean and tidy your storage area. We use the sale as a chance to deep clean, so anything not in your designated space may be cleared.
Deadline to bring in work: Thursday 4th June by 9pm. Late work will be displayed in your personal space only.
Can’t be there in person? Leave clearly labelled instructions on your shelf for staff (e.g. what’s for sale vs what’s in storage).
Promotion
The Kiln Rooms will promote the Summer Sale via socials, mailing list, press coverage & flyering.
But we need your help too! Please take photos, make and share content in the run-up to the event.
Sales, Payment & Pricing
Label each piece clearly with the name you used to sign up — full name or initial + surname (stickers provided).
You may display extra info (blurbs, social handles) in your storage area.
All sales go through the front desk — no individual transactions, please.
After the event, we’ll email you with payment details. Payments will be made via BACs, so we’ll ask for your bank info at that time.
Sadly, theft can happen. Please be vigilant and ensure extra rota coverage where possible. We suggest keeping a record of your stock.
*We reserve the right to remove undervalued work that doesn’t align with our pricing guidelines. Pricing consistency is important across the studios. If you’re unsure, ask a staff member and remember not to undersell yourself!
Wrapping & Extras
We provide stickers, biodegradable bubble wrap, paper bags, and wrapping paper.
Free drinks for members and staff on Friday’s Opening Night!
The event is family and dog friendly
The Kiln Rooms is not responsible for any damage, loss, or theft of work or personal items.
Pricing Guide
Quick reference ranges:
£10–£20: Small gifting items (badges, decorations)
£20–£30: Beakers, small cups, side plates
£30–£40: Mugs, dinner plates, cereal bowls
£30–£60: Small jugs, pasta bowls, cheese plates, lidded jars
£60–£100: Water jugs, vases, serving plates, smaller decorative items
£80–£300: Decorative homewares including large vases, bowls, and plates
Considerations:
Current market, demand, function vs art
Don’t undervalue your work — ask if you’re unsure!
