Katherine Fortnum Ceramics
Katherine Fortnum Ceramics
Katherine Fortnum Ceramics
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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I run fun Ceramics Workshops for adults & children. Ceramics workshops are great for anyone looking to learn a new skill whilst creating something beautiful and unique in a friendly environment. Whether there's a specific item you wish to make or simply just to have a play and explore the world of clay, I have a range of workshops available designed around you.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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- Nadine C1 contributionI highly recommend booking a ceramic workshop with Katherine. My Mum and I attended a private 2-hour workshop in September 2024, where we made bespoke plaques. We both had such a fantastic time, that we booked again in February 2025 for a longer workshop. Both workshops were informative, fun, and relaxing. We will definitely be booking another session soon. Katherine is such a wonderful lady and a superb teacher. She is very knowledgeable and breaks each step down clearly to help guide you toward your finished item. She is really easy to talk to and is so patient, nothing is too much trouble. The workshops are held in her fantastic studio, which is warm and welcoming and very well-equipped. It is situated within a lovely garden and it is such a relaxing environment to create in. Wonderful experiences, I would definitely recommend!Nadine thank you so much for writing a review of your experience with me, your ongoing support really does mean so much. You are an absolute star for posting your review on both Google and TripAdvisor, thank you so much. Reviews really do make all the difference to small businesses like mine and word of mouth too. Your comments on my teaching ability mean the world and that along with telling people what to expect when they come to my studio will help so many prospective workshop goers. Thank you both so much. All the best. Katherine xWritten March 5, 2025This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited February 2025Traveled with familyWritten February 23, 2025
- Laura L8 contributionsI booked a group class with Katherine for my hen do this year and it was so much better than I anticipated! Right from the first point of contact, Katherine so friendly, polite and encouraging. I was given the freedom to choose my own design for all of my party to make which made it so more personalised and individual compared to other classes I'd researched. Our group was quite a diverse one including children as young as 6 and adults aged up to 60 along with guests with medical needs. Katherine was superb at making sure every single guest received the most out of their experience. She helped the guest with medical needs feel comfortable at all times and ensured they had everything they needed to make the class more accessible for them. Katherine also made the task accessible for all children too and was so kind and helpful when assisting them. Every single one of us loved the class so much! Even the reluctant artists! I can't recommend Katherine highly enough - not only is her own artwork extraordinary, but she makes you feel like you are capable of producing incredible artwork too. I've never been as proud of something I've made before! I cannot wait to book my next class and am even thinking of making this a family tradition! These group classes are worth every penny and Katherine is the friendliest, most welcoming, knowledgeable, inspiring and all round lovely instructor! Thank you so much Katherine!Laura your review was the most wonderful thing I've ever read about one of my workshops, you have made me actually sob tonight... Happy tears! (how do you keep doing this haha) I cant stop reading it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the kind things you've said, reading that makes all the effort worth it one million percent. I strive to give my all in sessions to make you feel comfortable, pass on my knowledge and help you blossom in your making, but most importantly to make you feel confident, happy, and give you an enjoyable experience. I am so glad I could give you everything you deserved for your hen do. Your comments are perfect and answer any queries future workshop goers could be curious about, so thank you for what help your review will give to my business in the future. I hope everyone reads it as it makes me feel so proud, thank you. While we're here a little update on your pieces - theyre drying out nicely, the outsides are dried well but I keep checking every few days and the insides of the characters are still very cold when I put them on my cheek, cold means water still inside, so definitely not ready for the kiln just yet. Taking a little longer to dry than expected but I'm definitely not going to rush them in and risk explosions over another weeks wait! But theyre looking good, not a single problem has shown up so far in the drying so they should come out perfectly! All the best. Katherine 🙂Written November 20, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited September 2024Traveled with friendsWritten November 20, 2024
- Richard L2 contributionsBuying 2 people with no artistic talent a ceramic workshop experience does not give confidence for a successful day out. We needn't have worried. Katherine's expertise, and easy-going approach during the workshop, made this a surprisingly fun day. We did decide on our intended plaque projects in advance within what we thought were our capabilities, and this saved time and proved key to producing items we will actually use and display! Would definitely recommend, even for the non artist!Hi Richard & Andrea, Thanks so much for leaving a review of your experience. 🙂 I'm so pleased that you enjoyed yourselves creating your lovely plaques. Your comments have made my day, thank you. Your experience will no doubt help others to know what experience to expect at my studio, suitable for beginners through to much more advanced. You really both did such a fab job, I cant wait to see how you finish them with the hangings! All the best, KatherineWritten October 27, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 5, 2024
- Julie D1 contributionI purchased three one to one private lessons with Katherine and thoroughly enjoyed all three sessions. She is a very patient, caring teacher and helps you with your ideas and supporting you when need be. Her workshop is very professionally set up and she clearly explains everything. Katherine has such a wealth of knowledge and has shown me some interesting techniques and helped me to feel more confident with clay. Hopefully I will be able to book on to some of her workshops in the New Year and would not hesitate in giving the gift of a workshop to my friends and family.Hiya Julie, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a review, and on both TripAdvisor and Google, you're an absolute star! Thank you so much for supporting my small business. Your kind comments on my knowledge and teaching mean the world, and will also really help future workshop goers know what to expect when visiting my studio. I'm so glad throughout our time together its helped build your confidence with clay. I hope to teach you again in the future, theres so much we havent yet explored! P.S. Keep your eyes peeled on my website/social media/newsletter for news of the new workshops I'm running next year! All the very best. Katherine. 🙂Written November 27, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2024Traveled soloWritten November 26, 2024
- kanderson224Ampthill, United Kingdom4 contributionsI had a 1 -1 session with Katherine and I wanted to learn how to sculpture a head. Great tuition and I ended up with a random sculpture of Freda Carlos , beads and all. Great experience and it has given me the confidence to go forth and make more random pieces. Really enjoyed it.Hiya Karen, I just wanted to say a big thank you for leaving a review, your support means so much to me. I've had so many comments on your Freda inspired piece! Customers have been loving her colourful jewellery! I'm so pleased you're going off to create by yourself, have fun exploring! :) All the very best. KatherineWritten July 19, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2024Traveled soloWritten July 3, 2024
- Stafford1993Eccleshall, United Kingdom157 contributionsThis was a present from the husband and it did not disappoint. We were spoilt for choice with what option to go for, but decided on Sgraffito bowls. Katherine took the time to demonstrate and then it was our turn, she was there to help us if needed but it was all our own work! We both used the same reference but each came out with our own twist! Would highly recommend! Was a perfect date night. Thankyou again!Hiya Olivia & Alex, Thanks so much for leaving a review of your bespoke couples workshop, your support of my business means so much. I'm so glad you enjoyed your experience and even more that you were proud of what you achieved! Merry Christmas! I hope your month is filled with love and laughter. 🎄 All the best. KatherineWritten December 9, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten November 28, 2024
- Maddison J2 contributionsI was brought a voucher from my partner for my birthday last year. Since having our baby we haven’t had much time together other than with our baby girl. We really enjoyed our afternoon with Katherine. Was such a wonderful environment and she really went into detail and we learnt a lot and had a lot of fun, was so nice to get artistic and do something different. Highly recommend. We can’t wait to see the outcome in a couple of months. Thank you again KatherineHiya Maddie, I hope you and the family are well. Ive just had a check on my tripadvisor and seen your review! Thank you both so much. It means everything to me that you enjoyed yourselves and I provided you with a fun experience. Your lovely comments have put a smile on my face, thank you. 🙂 All the best, KatherineWritten October 27, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited October 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten October 12, 2024
- BoardingPass602354Peterborough, United Kingdom3 contributionsMy daughter booked for us both to do the workshop, as a Christmas gift. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Katherine gave great instructions and advice. We both opted to make a small tray and to have then glazed. We are really excited to see how they turn out one they have been fired and glazed. I would definitely recommend this workshopHi Karen and Kassia, I just wanted to say thanks so much for leaving a review of your experience. 🙂 Thank you for your lovely comments, and I'm so pleased you enjoyed yourselves. Your support really does mean so much and helps small (but mighty) businesses like mine stand out and get noticed. Thank you. All the best, Katherine xWritten February 18, 2025This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited February 2025Traveled with familyWritten February 9, 2025
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Adrian W
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Aug 2023
My Daughter and I had a wonderfull experience making a flower bowl each, Katherine was extremely attentive and patient with us as it was our very first time making anything from clay especially as she had just returned to teaching small groups after an illness. Really looking forward to seeing our creations once they have been glazed and fired. Would highly recommend the experience for anyone looking to do something a little bit different.
Written August 21, 2023
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Hi Adrian,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review of your experience, it really does mean a lot. I'm so happy to her that you enjoyed yourselves.
You and Emily did a wonderful job with your 3D flower heads, they're going to look fab once fired. I cant wait to see them.
All the best,
Katherine :)
Written August 29, 2023
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Owen M
4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
I booked a 3 hour session for my partner and myself, neither of us done ceramics before but Katherine was extremely helpful and explained how to create what we wanted step by step. She was really friendly and was always on hand to help if needed. She advised what would be possible to in the 3hrs and was spot on. We created masks to hang in the house/garden and they look great!
I look forward to picking them up once they’ve been fired.
Thanks so much!
I look forward to picking them up once they’ve been fired.
Thanks so much!
Written December 3, 2023
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Hi Owen,
Thank you so much for leaving a review of your bespoke ceramics experience. I’ll have a smile on my face all day now. 😊
I'm so pleased I provided you with an enjoyable experience, you were both a pleasure to teach. You both did a fab job with your creature, and Honour with her pink face, both really well made and so unique!
Keep well, and Merry Christmas!
Katherine x
Written December 7, 2023
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Katrina
2 contributions
Nov 2022
I purchased a 2 hour workshop experience via Buyagift for my mum and daughter for Christmas last year. Katherine allowed me to pay extra so that I could join in also.
You follow a fairy light pathway to Katherine's studio, once inside the time just disappears. Katherine is kind, patient and calm, you totally lose yourself for 2 hours. We all made something different, using various stamps and tools.
I cannot rate this experience highly enough, for anyone who just needs a little me time, please visit Katherine and complete one of her workshops, you will not be disappointed. Plus you have something to keep to remember your day. Win, win.
You follow a fairy light pathway to Katherine's studio, once inside the time just disappears. Katherine is kind, patient and calm, you totally lose yourself for 2 hours. We all made something different, using various stamps and tools.
I cannot rate this experience highly enough, for anyone who just needs a little me time, please visit Katherine and complete one of her workshops, you will not be disappointed. Plus you have something to keep to remember your day. Win, win.
Written December 14, 2022
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Morning Katrina,
I've just read your absolutely wonderful review, huge thank you. It has absolutely made my day! Your description of my studio has given me a smile that will last all day... fairy trail! 😊
Your lovely comments will certainly help future workshop goers know what to expect when visiting my studio. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your time with me. Thank you again for leaving your thoughts, it really does go such a long way with small handmade businesses like mine to receive such fab reviews!
Katherine
Written December 15, 2022
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Jennifer R
8 contributions
Oct 2021 • Friends
I think the demonstration should be outside your time for workshop. We ran out of time and was charged £12.50 for extra 15 minutes. Also, colours limited unless you pay more. Glazing also extra cost. You also have to provide your own bubble wrap when it’s ready for collection. There was pressure to pay more and increase your time. Take your own drinks as we didn’t and wasn’t offered one.
Written November 14, 2021
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Hi Jennifer,
Thank you for voicing your concerns, I am very sorry your experience wasn’t as you expected.
I provide a variety of colours which are included in your workshop session cost, along with a wide array of tools and techniques for you to choose from. I do have the optional extra of additional colours and glazing should you wish to go for them, I do email this to you prior to your session. As emphasised throughout my workshop any extras are completely optional as pieces look lovely in their bisque form and in the included colour selection, it is all on personal preference of what you imagine for your created pieces.
With the ongoing global pandemic of COVID19 I must adhere to the current guidelines and as a shielded person I must do my best to keep myself and my family, and my customers and their families safe. I am currently not providing drinks in order to keep everyone safe; I do let my customers know this in advance of attending.
Taking into account feedback about time, I ensure throughout the class regular reminders to encourage efficient time management, allowing your pieces to be created within the workshop timescale. You can decide to extend for longer should you choose if your pieces are not complete.
I will take on board your feedback and hope to see you in the near future. As a gesture of goodwill, please contact me for 15% off, of a bespoke one-to-one workshop.
Kindest Regards, Katherine
Written November 15, 2021
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Sandy B
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Jul 2021
My daughter bought me a 2h private session with Katherine Fortnum for Christmas. We had a great day with Katherine, who made us feel very safe (with all the Covid safety rules obeyed) and welcome.
We made 2 pots between us, which took just over 3 hours, starting from a ball of clay through rolling out, shaping, decorating, adding the base, and painting. We were given a demonstration at the start, and one to one attention throughout to ensure we made the best pots possible.
The room was very spacious, clean and tidy, and held a huge range of objects and methods for decorating the pots. We could chose a good range of colours for the painting, with additional ones at a small cost. We could also choose to glaze or not glaze our pots (additional cost for glazing).
We enjoyed the day with lots of giggles and are now waiting for the pots to be fired, glazed and returned to us.
I can safely say this has been one of my best Christmas presents ever, and I'm looking forward to trying out another of the workshops or individual sessions in the future.
We made 2 pots between us, which took just over 3 hours, starting from a ball of clay through rolling out, shaping, decorating, adding the base, and painting. We were given a demonstration at the start, and one to one attention throughout to ensure we made the best pots possible.
The room was very spacious, clean and tidy, and held a huge range of objects and methods for decorating the pots. We could chose a good range of colours for the painting, with additional ones at a small cost. We could also choose to glaze or not glaze our pots (additional cost for glazing).
We enjoyed the day with lots of giggles and are now waiting for the pots to be fired, glazed and returned to us.
I can safely say this has been one of my best Christmas presents ever, and I'm looking forward to trying out another of the workshops or individual sessions in the future.
Written August 4, 2021
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Hi Sandy,
I'm so pleased that you and Vicki enjoyed yourselves creating away in what I feel it as my baby, my little slice of heaven where I can get creative and forget the world, my creative ceramics studio. You did such a wonderful job of your pots, both of your designs were so unique, both beautiful. :)
Thank you so much for taking the time to write me such a wonderful review, it definitely put a smile on my face. I'm not ashamed to say that I have now got a huge smile on my face reading that it was one of your best Christmas presents ever! 😊
All the best,
Katherine
Written August 25, 2021
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Chris P
3 contributions
Sep 2022
Margaret and I discovered Katherine and her studio earlier this year after we were gifted a morning session and we soon realised out how difficult it is to make those wonderful designs. After our session we noticed a green forest man tile on a wall and in August I bought it as a present.
In September I commissioned Katherine to design and make a leafy thing to put on the wall to compliment our forest man. Three months later the creation was completed, just in time for Christmas and our two pieces look beautiful attached to our lounge wall.
I cannot recommend Katherine highly enough. All of her work is totally unique and provides a real talking point for visitors. Anyone out there wondering what on earth to buy there spouse for their birthday need look no further than this talented ceramicist.
Chris
In September I commissioned Katherine to design and make a leafy thing to put on the wall to compliment our forest man. Three months later the creation was completed, just in time for Christmas and our two pieces look beautiful attached to our lounge wall.
I cannot recommend Katherine highly enough. All of her work is totally unique and provides a real talking point for visitors. Anyone out there wondering what on earth to buy there spouse for their birthday need look no further than this talented ceramicist.
Chris
Written December 31, 2022
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Hey Chris,
Thanks so much for leaving a review of your bespoke commission that I created for you for Margaret. Your wonderful comments have left me beaming! I'm honoured that I could create this special piece for you, and I'm so very pleased you both love it.
Your recommendation means everything, thank you.
All the best.
Katherine :)
Written January 5, 2023
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E L
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Solo
I was given a voucher for a 1:1 workshop session with Katherine as a leaving present from work so wasn't really sure what to expect but had a very enjoyable and creative afternoon with Katherine. She explained the ceramics process very clearly and was extremely patient with me as I tried to decide what to make! In the end I came up with a 'pinch pot' decorated with colourful flowers and I will look forward to collecting the finished item in the new year. Definitely a 5 star experience!!
Written December 3, 2023
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Hi Eleanor,
Thanks so much for leaving a review, your comments are just lovely and have left me with a beaming smile. 🙂 I'm so pleased I provided you with an enjoyable experience. You did a fab job with your wavy pinch pot.
Keep well, and Merry Christmas!
Katherine x
Written December 7, 2023
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Sai K
30 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
I had three sessions with Katherine, this was funded through work as part of my Wellbeing. I found Katherine through a local search and saw the various workshops she delivers.
Her studio is nestled in between lovely countryside and nice part of Leicestershire. It was very easy to get to, and hidden away in her garden is this delightful, and well- equipped studio! There are so many different elements of ceramics that I didn't appreciate, but now having experienced this firsthand it is no wonder why it is so important to support local businesses than Product mass produced in China. I feel so much pride in the pieces I have created and they each have a story. She was very professional and both personal, in teaching me and you can tell she has she is so skilled in her profession, she was a great teacher. She helped me create my fabulous pieces and I am so proud of them! Thank you so much for giving me your time xx
Her studio is nestled in between lovely countryside and nice part of Leicestershire. It was very easy to get to, and hidden away in her garden is this delightful, and well- equipped studio! There are so many different elements of ceramics that I didn't appreciate, but now having experienced this firsthand it is no wonder why it is so important to support local businesses than Product mass produced in China. I feel so much pride in the pieces I have created and they each have a story. She was very professional and both personal, in teaching me and you can tell she has she is so skilled in her profession, she was a great teacher. She helped me create my fabulous pieces and I am so proud of them! Thank you so much for giving me your time xx
Written January 31, 2024
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Hiya Saira,
I hope you've been well. I'm just emailing to say a huge thank you for leaving such a wonderful review on TripAdvisor! Your comments are just wonderful and have left me beaming with pride. And that you're so pleased with your pieces and with your newly discovered skills. I really hope you're doing well now too. You must display your pieces proudly and show them off!
All the best,
Katherine 🙂
Written February 7, 2024
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Lottie P
1 contribution
Feb 2022
Katherine is a great teacher taking you though each stage of the process. She was able to advise me on the best way to achieve my desired piece and very accommodating to make sure I had the time need to achieve it. Would highly recommend for people wanting to try out pottery.
Written March 1, 2022
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Morning Lottie,
Thank you so much for popping a review on both Google and TripAdvisor, you’re an absolute star! 😊
I’m so pleased that you enjoyed your time learning about sgraffito ceramics and creating your wonderful fish themed platter, I was so impressed with your design skills.
I’ll keep you updated on the firing progress.
Best Regards,
Katherine
Written March 2, 2022
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Emma A
2 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
We really enjoyed our time with Katherine, myself and husband received a Virgin gift experience voucher for the Ceramics workshop for two. Katherine was so lovely and patient taking us step by step making Christmas decorations. The time flew and we were very proud of our creations which look forward to collecting once they have been fired. Thanks again!
Written October 29, 2022
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Hi Emma,
Thank you for leaving a review of your couples workshop, it means so much that you've taken the time, thanks for your support.
It means so much that you and Luis enjoyed yourselves, and even more so that you're proud of what you achieved. You both did a fab job with your decorations. :)
I'll be in touch before Christmas.
All the best,
Katherine
Written November 3, 2022
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