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Manor Farm Pottery – Flexible Studio Memberships

Key Information for Prospective Members

Our studio memberships offer flexible access to a calm, professional pottery environment while ensuring fairness, safety and high-quality kiln management for all makers.

Membership Options

Flexi 4 Membership – £95 per calendar month

  • Up to 4 hours of studio access per week

  • One personal storage shelf (equivalent to 1.7m²)

  • Access during designated open studio times

  • Ideal for hobby makers and those returning to clay

Flexi 10 Membership – £175 per calendar month

  • Up to 10 hours of studio access per week

  • One personal storage shelf (1.7m²)

  • Priority access during open studio sessions

  • Suitable for regular makers developing their practice

Materials (Pay-As-You-Go)

All materials are charged separately and must be purchased through the studio:

  • White Earthenware Clay – £18 per bag (cost)

  • Underglaze – £3 per 30g jar

  • Decorating Slips – £3 per 30g jar

Only approved studio clay and surface materials may be used to ensure kiln safety and consistent firing results.

Kiln Access & Bookings

  • Kiln access is available to Manor Farm Pottery members only.

  • All work submitted for firing must include a completed firing form.

  • Due to demand, firing times typically range between 6–8 weeks, particularly during busy periods.

  • Larger work, unusual shapes, or higher volumes may take longer.

  • If you are working to a deadline, please discuss this with the team in advance — we will always try to help where possible, but firing schedules cannot be guaranteed.

Full Kiln Hire (Private Firing)

  • Bisque: £70

  • Glaze: £80

Communal Kiln Firings

  • Bisque (1000°C): 70p per litre cubed

  • Glaze (1070°C): £1.00 per litre cubed

Please note: We are unable to accommodate alternative firing temperatures in standard communal firings.

Health, Safety & Cleanliness (Essential Rules)

Safety is a top priority in our shared studio:

  • No dry sanding inside the studio – wet sanding only or outside.

  • Mop, don’t sweep – dry clay dust must never be brushed.

  • Work areas, tools, wheels and surrounding floors must be fully cleaned after each session.

  • No outside clay unless approved for kiln compatibility.

  • PPE is recommended where appropriate.

  • All staff instructions must be followed at all times.

Studio Access & Usage

  • Access is during set open studio hours (not 24/7).

  • Membership is for personal creative practice only — production-scale making is not permitted without agreement.

  • Tools and materials must be stored only on your allocated personal shelf.

  • Unlabelled items may be removed after a notice period.

Kilns, Storage & Finished Work

  • All bisqueware and glaze ware must be clearly labelled.

  • Fired work must be collected within 3 months.

  • Uncollected work may be disposed of after this period due to limited space.

Studio Culture & Conduct

We aim to maintain a calm, respectful and inclusive environment:

  • Courtesy and professionalism are expected at all times.

  • Unsafe, disruptive or inappropriate behaviour may result in immediate termination of membership without refund.

  • Manor Farm Pottery is a teaching and shared studio, not a large-scale production facility.

Communication & Administration

  • Policies and safety procedures are clearly displayed in the studio.

  • Updates on firings, maintenance and access are shared via email.

  • Memberships are billed monthly by standing order or direct debit.

Member Agreement

All members are required to:

  • Read and sign the Studio Handbook & Safety Agreement

  • Follow all studio policies

  • Take responsibility for their own safe working practices