Review by Diane Allpress
One of the best days out. A combination of interesting facts and information, first class food and drink and hands on fun. All the staff were wonderful.
10 May 2019
Double tap to zoom Play VideoAn experience for lovers of ceramics, design and English heritage or those looking for an insight into the world famous Wedgwood brand, this Wedgwood Ceramic Experience and Afternoon Tea for Two will get you to the heart of high-class pottery making with a tour and a session of hands-on crafting.
You’ll see the Wedgwood factory process up close as pieces are made by hand before being fired in the kiln, ready to be finished with the skill of master crafters. Moving from present to past you’ll learn about founder Josiah Wedgwood in the museum, and afterwards you’ll take part in a tea tasting along with a delicious afternoon tea in the Wedgwood Tea Room.
Of course, seeing is only half of the story, so roll up your sleeves in the Master Craft Studio for expert tutelage in the art of clay throwing on a potter’s wheel. Your hand-made creation will be fired and sent to your home, ready to take pride of place. There's also the chance to design and create your very own Wedgwood plate.
You will be welcomed at the Visitor Reception by our friendly staff before your visit starts with coffee and biscuits in the contemporary Dining Hall, followed by a fascinating tour of the Wedgwood Factory. In the award winning Wedgwood Museum you’ll get to learn all about Josiah Wedgwood and his achievements.
You’ll be helped by a master craftsman to learn the art of throwing on the potter’s wheel, with your unique creation being fired and sent to your home. In addition, you will get the chance to design and create your own piece of Wedgwood in our decorating studio. Then, take a break with an enjoyable tea tasting session in our Tea Emporium where you will discover an extensive range of specially selected Wedgwood teas, and indulge yourself with a delicious afternoon tea for two in the Wedgwood Tea Room.
Your voucher will be valid for 12 months from the issue date.
The experience is available on midweek days throughout the year.
We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
Participants are welcome to visit from 10.00 and stay until the centre closes. The time spent participating is 5 hours, including the tour and afternoon tea.
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
All you have to do is pay for the experience you wish to purchase and we’ll send a voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient, then you just need to check the info and book your experience.
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One of the best days out. A combination of interesting facts and information, first class food and drink and hands on fun. All the staff were wonderful.
The wedgewood experience day was outstanding .... lots of fun, interesting, lovely people. .. I'd highly recommend this.
This was an absolutley fantastic experience from start to finish. All staff were friendly and very informative. The hands on experience was very good. The tours excellent and the lunch could not of been better. We totally enjoyed our day and will definitely be returning
Now, normally I wouldn't be one to write a review, however I just felt I had to after the hour conversation I just had with my parents.
We bought this as a birthday present for both mum and dad (61st), and they booked their trip for today.
I cannot stress just how impressed and how much they enjoyed the whole day, so much so they have said they want and will be going back.
The staff, they say, were so very polite and extremely informative and helpful. Even when they were walking through the working area everyone was willing to talk and explain what they were doing.
This Experience has been highly recommended by the two of them, and so if anyone is struggling (as I was) to find a unique gift for a loved one, this is most definitely the one.