Why Pottery @ Home exists
Beginner pottery courses are often over-subscribed, time-fixed, and hard to get onto.​
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Many people want to try pottery, or return to it, but don’t want to wait months for a place, commit to a fixed weekly class, or invest in expensive equipment upfront.​
Pottery @ Home exists to make pottery more accessible. No experience needed, we support you every step of the way.
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We provide high-quality pottery wheels for use at home, so you can learn, practise, and create in your own time.
What's included
Everything you need to get started is included with your first hire.
​Pottery wheel
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Your chosen wheel, delivered ready to use.
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All equipment is PAT tested and safety-checked before delivery.
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Pottery @ Home welcome pack (yours to keep)
A starter set of essential tools, clay, and a branded apron.
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Starter tool set
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Needle tool, ribs, trimming tool, wire cutter, and sponge.
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Bag of clay
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One 12.5kg bag of general-purpose stoneware clay.
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Quick-start guide
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Simple guidance on setup, care, and getting started.
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Firing guidance
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Clear information on firing your work locally via KilnShare.
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No studio membership. No hidden extras.
How it works
Here’s how a typical hire works - simple and straightforward:
1. Reserve your wheel
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​Choose your wheel and preferred start date.
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We’ll confirm availability and next steps.
2. Delivery or collection
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Free delivery and collection across Edinburgh, East Lothian, and Midlothian.
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Delivery elsewhere is available.
3. Set up at home
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Your wheel arrives ready to use, with simple setup guidance included.
4. Throw at your own pace
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Use the wheel as much as you like throughout your hire period.
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No fixed times or classes.
5. Fire locally
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When your work is ready, access kiln space near you using KilnShare.
6. Return when finished
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At the end of your hire, we’ll collect the wheel.
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You keep the tools, clay, and apron
Delivery & Deposit
Delivery & Collection
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Free delivery and collection across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Falkirk, Stirling, Clackmannanshire, Fife (as far as Dunfermline), the Scottish Borders, and Berwick-upon-Tweed.
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Postcodes EH, FK, KY11-KY12, TD
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Delivery elsewhere: £45 delivery / £45 collection
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(North England & wider Scotland)
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We’ll confirm delivery or collection details with you once your reservation is received.
Deposit
A refundable deposit is required for all rentals.
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Tabletop wheel: £150 refundable deposit
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Full-size wheel: £200 refundable deposit
The deposit is returned when the wheel is collected in good condition, in line with our Care, Damage & Deposit Policy.
Billing
Pottery @ Home hires are billed in simple, clear periods to keep things predictable and manageable.
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Minimum hire period: 4 weeks
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Initial payment: 4 weeks’ hire, paid in advance
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Ongoing hire: continues on a rolling basis after the initial period
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Payment timing: payments are taken in advance of each hire period
You’ll always know when a payment is due, and there are no surprise charges.
Ending a hire
After the initial 4-week hire period, hires continue on a rolling basis. You can end your hire by letting us know in advance, and we’ll arrange collection and confirm final billing.​
Who it's for
Pottery @ Home is designed for:
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People inspired by The Great Pottery Throw Down who want to try pottery at home
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Anyone stuck on oversubscribed studio course waitlists
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Beginners who want time to practise without pressure
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Returning potters who miss having regular access to a wheel
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Anyone who prefers creating at home, on their own schedule
No prior experience is required - just a bit of space and curiosity.