Darlington is home to a growing arts scene, with several pottery studios offering everything from paint-a-pot sessions to wheel throwing and ceramic supplies. Whether you're a hobbyist, a parent planning a creative day out, or an aspiring ceramicist, you'll find welcoming studios ready to help you get started.

Sedgefield Pottery Supplies

Located at Flexspace Business Park, Sedgefield Pottery Supplies is a go-to destination for ceramic artists and hobby potters alike. They offer a wide range of pottery tools, glazes, and materials, and also provide kiln services and advice for ceramic makers of all levels.

• Website: sedgefieldpottery.co.uk
• Contact: info@sedgefieldpottery.co.uk | 01325 790 504 / 07502 613 162
• Address: Unit 28, Flexspace Business Park, Lingfield Way, Darlington DL1 4QZ

Create & Paint

Located on Grange Road, Create & Paint is a friendly studio that specialises in paint-your-own pottery sessions. It’s a great place for family days out, parties, or relaxed painting time. Booking is available by phone, and more information can be found on their Yell listing.

• Website: Yell: Create & Paint Darlington
• Contact: 01325 360070 (booking via phone)
• Address: 14 Grange Rd, Darlington DL1 5NG

Openart Studio (BC)

Run by Darlington Borough Council, Openart Studio is based at The Bridge and offers inclusive creative sessions in ceramics and other art forms. It’s ideal for community-focused learning and creative development, often hosting workshops for all ages and abilities.

• Website: Darlington Borough Council
• Contact: creative.darlington@darlington.gov.uk | 01325 244174
• Address: The Bridge, Darlington

Buttercups Ceramic Studio

Buttercups Ceramic Studio is a welcoming paint-a-pot space located in Hurworth. Great for kids' parties, family visits, or personalised gift-making, the studio offers a wide selection of pottery items to decorate, with glazing and firing included.

• Website: VisitAttractions: Buttercups Ceramic Studio
• Contact: 01325 722459 (email via website)
• Address: 41 Hurworth Road, Darlington DL2 2BN

Daisy Doodle Paint-a-Pot Parlour

Located in nearby Northallerton, Daisy Doodle is a colourful paint-a-pot parlour offering drop-in painting sessions and party bookings. It’s a short drive from Darlington and a great option for a creative outing with kids or friends.

• Website: Wanderlog: Daisy Doodle
• Contact: 01609 779352 (via website contact form)
• Address: 9b Garthway Arcade, Northallerton DL7 8NS

Whether you're looking to buy supplies, learn a new skill, or enjoy some family-friendly fun, Darlington's pottery studios offer a welcoming space to get creative. With options like paint-a-pot parlours, council-run workshops, and materials suppliers, there's something for every clay enthusiast.