Wedgwood Ceramic Experience and Afternoon Tea for Two

An experience for lovers of ceramics, design and English heritage or simply those who are looking for a deeper insight into the world famous Wedgwood brand, this Wedgwood Ceramic Experience and Afternoon Tea for Two will get you right 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 all the skill of master crafters ready for a lucky buyer to take home and enjoy. Moving from present to past you’ll have time to learn about founder Josiah Wedgwood in the attached museum, and after you’ve taken it all in you’ll both 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 ceramic story, so you’ll also get to sit down and roll up your sleeves in the Master Craft Studio for so 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, so be sure to take your time to make something to take pride of place on your mantelpiece! There's also the opportunity to design and create your very own Wedgwood plate.

What's Included?

• Tour the Wedgwood Factory and see fine ceramics being made by hand
• Visit the Josiah Wedgwood museum and learn of the company founder’s achievements
• Learn the art of clay throwing and make your own piece of pottery in the Master Craft Studio
• Have your creation delivered straight to your home once it’s fired
• Create your own piece of Wedgwood in the decorating studio
• Take a break with a refreshing tea-tasting session
• Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea in the Wedgwood Tea Room
• Receive a membership card for 12 months’ free admission and 10% off purchases on the day
• Experience gift pack
• Cancellation indemnity

What happens on the day?

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.

Participant guidelines

Minimum age: 16 (under 18s need to be accompanied by a paying adult)

The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users

The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary

Availability

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.

What should I wear?

There is no dress code and aprons are provided

Additional information

Please note: From November to February inclusive the Craft Skills demonstration area will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

What about insurance?

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.

A cancellation indemnity, subject to terms, is included with every voucher.

How it works

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.

Locations

Staffordshire - Stoke on Trent

Please Note: If you’re purchasing a NEW Experience you will be entitled to the validity stated within this description. If/when you are within 3 months of the voucher expiry date and there are still restrictions in place, Virgin Experience Days are offering free extensions to allow the customer to use at a later date. They are reviewing this regularly in line with Government advice and updates.