Christmas Pottery Workshop for Families

Come and join me for a fun Christmas pottery workshop for all the family, where you can make your own small festive clay sculptures. Christmas Pottery Workshop for Families Join local ceramic artist Helen McCormick for a fun and festive Christmas pottery workshop for the whole family. About the Workshop Celebrate the festive season by creating your own Christmas clay sculptures in a relaxed, friendly, and creative environment. This hands-on workshop is suitable for all abilities and is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time together while making something special to take home. Using air-dry clay, you'll learn simple hand-building techniques to create your own festive mini sculptures, including a gonk, snowman, penguin, or your own unique Christmas character. No previous experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. Workshop Date Monday 21st December Session 1: 9:30am – 11:00am Session 2: 11:30am – 1:00pm What's Included • All materials, tools, and equipment • Air-dry clay • Step-by-step guidance from professional ceramic artist Helen McCormick • Your own handmade festive clay sculpture to take home Who Can Attend? • Suitable for ages 3+ • All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult who must also book • No previous experience necessary Booking Information Tickets are £12 per person and booking is essential. Places are limited and must be booked in advance through Eventbrite. If the workshop is fully booked, please join the waitlist as places may become available if there are cancellations. If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking as soon as possible so that someone else can enjoy the workshop. Venue & Parking Venue: The Walronds, Cullompton Free parking: Available at the rear of the building. Directions: Turn up Tiverton Road from the High Street, then turn left onto Shortlands Lane (just before the fire station). Follow the narrow lane, turn left at the car park sign, and go through the gate. What3Words: ///pets.commutes.arriving Refreshments The Walronds Café will be open throughout the workshop serving a selection of low-cost refreshments. Purchasing refreshments is entirely optional, but every purchase helps support The Walronds Preservation Trust, a local charity dedicated to maintaining and developing this important community building for the benefit of Cullompton residents and visitors. About Helen McCormick Helen McCormick is a ceramic artist, educator, and workshop facilitator with over 30 years of experience working with clay. She is passionate about making ceramics accessible to everyone and inspiring people of all ages to discover the joy of creating with their hands. Helen holds a Master's degree in Ceramics, a PGCE in Art and Design, has over 20 years of teaching experience, and holds an Enhanced DBS certificate and Public Liability Insurance. About the Project This Christmas Pottery Workshop for Families has been part funded by Mid Devon District Council and Visit Mid Devon as part of a programme supporting creative community activities across Mid Devon.