Portsmouth and nearby Southsea are home to a thriving community of ceramic artists and studios. From beginner-friendly workshops to advanced pottery tuition, this coastal city offers a variety of ways to explore your love for clay. Whether you’re painting pre-made pots or learning to throw on the wheel, Portsmouth’s pottery scene has something for everyone.

Fatclay Pottery

Located on Castle Road in Southsea, Fatclay Pottery offers an inviting space for all things clay. They run group classes, private pottery tuition, and relaxed workshops ideal for newcomers. With passionate instructors and a laid-back vibe, it's a great spot to unleash your creativity.

• Website: fatclaypottery.com
• Contact: hello@fatclaypottery.com | 07476 759 199 / 07950 155 456
• Address: 67 Castle Road, Southsea, PO5 3AY

Artypotz Ceramics

Just down the road from Fatclay, Artypotz is a colourful ceramic painting studio offering creative fun for all ages. Ideal for birthdays, family days out, and group bookings, it provides a large range of bisque pieces ready for you to decorate and glaze.

• Website: artypotz.com
• Contact: enquiries@artypotz.com | 02392 825 010
• Address: 10 Castle Road, Southsea, PO5 3AE

Alice Crowe Ceramics

Alice Crowe is a local ceramic artist offering studio-based classes and unique handmade pottery. She operates from Southsea and is featured in the Portsmouth Creative Directory. Her workshops offer a more personal, artist-led experience.

• Website: portsmouthcreativedirectory.co.uk
• Contact: Via site/form | 07967 193 591
• Address: 22 Taswell Road, Southsea, PO5 (full postcode not listed)

Misty Ceramics

Misty Ceramics offers bespoke pottery workshops, homeware, and artist commissions from a private studio in Hill Head. Classes and commissions are arranged directly through the artist, with a focus on relaxed, small-group sessions.

• Website: portsmouthcreativedirectory.co.uk
• Contact: Via site/form | 07771 598 893
• Address: 37 Cottes Way, Hill Head, PO14 3NQ

Whether you're painting, pinching, or throwing, Portsmouth’s pottery studios are ready to welcome you. Classes are available year-round for individuals, families, and groups. Explore coastal creativity with experienced instructors and plenty of hands-on fun.