Contemporary ceramics meets brutalist architecture in a free, one-off exhibition beneath the concrete Y-columns and fluted canopy in what was originally a petrol station at the base of the landmark 1960s office building, Space House.

Soon to be fitted out as a new restaurant, this is a rare chance to see brutalist architectural structures and materials in their raw form juxtaposed with contemporary ceramics, displayed on furniture by Case, including the timeless 'Dulwich' table range designed by Matthew  Hilton and the iconic 'Forum' seating collection designed by Robin Day. 

Artists: special guests Jane Cairns and Sue Gunn. New work by ceramicspace founder members Julia Bennett, Sophie Cohen, Susan Feldman, Marie-Louise Munch, Vicky Thornton and Rebecca Williams. 

About Space House: Commissioned by property tycoon Harry Hyams in the 1960s, Covent Garden’s Space House was designed by Richard Seifert & Partners, the same architecture practice behind the Centre Point building. Built between 1964-1968, the geometric, cylindrical landmark tower and its sister building, The Block, have recently been refurbished by specialised creative office developer Seaforth Land working with Squire & Partners as Architect.  

Private View: Wednesday 26 March, 6-9pm

Thursday 27 & Friday 28 March, 10am-6pm
There will also be a limited number of tours of the Space House building between 11am and 2pm on Friday 28 March - full details to be announced nearer the time.

Turning Earth's Spring Market is back on the 22 & 23 March in their Hoxton studio, 11-5pm each day.

Explore their studio and the work of over 80 makers, different each day!

With live music from @jimbino_vegan_art, and locally made artisanal food and drinks from @sourdoughdaali, it will be a wonderful spot for your weekend stroll - and just a 5-minute walk from the popular Columbia Road Flower Market. Dogs are welcome too (but on the lead please).

Thanks to @mysticfoxdesign for designing the incredible poster!

Towner’s popular makers’ fairs are returning for 2025 with even more opportunities for visitors to snap up products from talented local craftspeople and small businesses, plus the very best makers from further afield.

The Craft Potters Association always curates a strong line up and this year is no exception with 61 exhibitors confirmed, from Cornwall to Scotland.

Venue: For the third time, York Ceramics Fair 2025 will return to the iconic York Racecourse. This bright and open venue ensures ease of access and on-site parking and has been popular with guests and exhibitors.

Ticketing: To aid with distancing, tickets are issued for before 1pm and after 1pm. Once inside, you may stay as long as you like.

Access: York Racecourse is a fully accessible venue. There will be Blue Badge parking just near the entrance through the Houghton Building where there is a ramp down to the main entrance.

As always, under 16s do not need a ticket.

Manchester Ceramics Fair is coming to the Whitworth 15-16 March 2025. Hosting 28 stall holders, the fair showcases a curated selection of the best independent makers, with an emphasis on ceramicists based in the North.

This year they will taking over the beautiful South Gallery, overlooking the park, and the fair will run for a full weekend. All information is available in the information pack on their website, along with the application.

The website is out of date but there are lots of posts on the Instagram account so go there for the most up to date info.

It is very sad news that Grove Vale Ceramics will be closing on Sunday 26 January.

While the physical gallery space will close Grove Vale Ceramics will continue in other forms including pop-up exhibitions so keep an eye out for future updates. 

Before they close they are having a final sale of work and a drinks night to raise a toast to the gallery and everyone involved.

WINTER SALE 

9 - 26 January 

In their last weeks they will be having a sale of work by all their gallery members. Price reductions on work will include old stock, samples and slight seconds.
 

DRINKS

Friday 24 January,
5pm - 8pm

They are having drinks in the gallery on the evening of Friday 24 January. Since they opened they have been buoyed and energised by the support and warmth of the visitors to the gallery, some of whom have become close and valued friends. The evening will be an opportunity to gather together to thank them all. 

Glasgow Ceramics’ annual festive ceramics sale will take place at their studio on Saturday 14th (11am-5pm) and Sunday 15th December (11am-4pm).

Come and bag some original, hand designed Christmas presents at this year’s Winter Ceramic Pop-Up! This curated selection of ceramics are by SPACE artists collectively known as Triangle Ceramics Ldn. Find everything from contemporary homeware to one-of-a-kind small art pieces. The shop is open every day from 11am until 7pm.

A vibrant showcase of artistic talent and handmade craftsmanship, with over 200 different makers over four days.

Whether you’re a returning pottery lover or a curious newcomer, the markets offer something for everyone: browse the one-of-a-kind pieces, meet the makers behind the masterpieces, and discover why this mindful craft is so popular in the city. With the Christmas season fast approaching, get ahead of the last-minute frenzy and buy something that has been made by hand locally with passion, and support small businesses in your area.

There will be street food, from freshly baked sourdough pizza to BBQ delicacies and hot dogs. We’ll have festive drinks to warm you up in cold weather, from local craft beer to mulled wine, and barista coffees, or soft drinks if you prefer to keep it chilled. And last but not least, there will be live music to add an extra dose of festive cheer to the atmosphere.

There will be live wheel-throwing demos on all of the four market days, so you can get up close and see lumps of clay transform into beautiful pottery. For anyone who would like to get hands-on involved with clay, there will be drop-in workshops at the Leyton market on the 23rd and 24th of November.

Each year Turning Earth makers donate special pieces and seconds to raise money for organisations that reflect Turning Earth's vision of building a community with open arms. This year, we’re supporting the potters and craftspeople affected by the recent hurricanes in the Southeast US through the charity CERF+. Look for the charity stall at the market.

6th December, 5.30pm-8pm and 7th December, 10am-4pm.

Coinciding with a move to a new larger premises, a short walk from Manchester's city centre, Seven Limes Pottery is holding their annual open studio. It'll be a first look at their new space, and is the perfect stop to enjoy a glass of mulled wine while perusing handmade ceramics: from functional pots for daily use to sculptural ceramic art works. There'll be a mix of samples, seconds and old stock at a reduced price and it's also a good opportunity to find out about the studio’s excellent pottery workshops.

Clay Collective will be selling new work as well as loads of samples and seconds from all their makers. This is the perfect opportunity visit their space and find unique gifts, beautifully crafted in the studio. Hackney Downs Studios will also be hosting their Xmas Market in the courtyard that weekend, so come along!

Saturday 30/11 from 11am to 4pm and Sunday 01/12 from 11am to 4pm

They are also running workshops in November, December and January.

Clay Collective is a shared ceramics studio for a small membership limited to 12
— a space to showcase and support artists and practitioners working with clay through a developing programme of events & projects

They occupy a glass fronted ground floor studio within the artist community at Hackney Downs Studios. 

OPEN STUDIO + EXHIBITION + SALE

In collaboration with Kate Malone, Clay at Culford Studios exhibits work of resident artists and studio members. Don’t miss the exclusive Raffle, Refreshments and Live Demonstrations raising funds for FiredUp4.

The 30th year of Kiln openings and first and seconds sale to the public. This year, Lucas George-Jones, Matty Lewandowski and Alice Wakefield will be joining Lisa Hammond MBE who have been making pots for this event.

There are many ways you can get to Maze Hill. They are in the Old Station Ticket office at Maze Hill on the down side of the line. Just come off the train on the down side of the line and they are the building as you come off the platform. Direct from Cannon St , London Bridge from London but also the Thames- Link train that starts at St Albans via St Pancras and London Bridge. Also on the Elizabeth Line from Woolwich and Jubilee from North Greenwich.

Open 5-9pm on the Friday and 11am-5pm Saturday and Sunday across 2 venues.

These shows act as a showcase for between 80-100 up and coming artists and designers working with ceramics and takes place across the Bellenden Road and Copeland Park studios. It’s a great opportunity to see a range of handmade work, meet the makers and see the studios where the work itself was made. All work on display is for sale and in buying work you’re helping support the maker’s ongoing practice. Check out a few of their makers on their Members page or on Instagram.

Free entry / £2 drinks / family & dog friendly! There’s loads of great places to eat & drink in Peckham, here are some of their favourite local places.