Wightman Studio, pottery teacher

Wightman Studio

Wightman Studio

location_on Cambridge

local_activity classes: Pottery

4.9 (11)


Annabel Wightman is a ceramic artist bringing throwing and hand building classes to Compass Courtyard, a new farm development nestled in the beautiful East Anglian landscape. Come and enjoy a pottery class with Annabel where you will learn the ancient old skill of throwing or hand building using terracotta clay. This beautiful development also offers coffee at The Mixing Shed Cafe and the opportunity to buy bread from The Loaf Tin Bakery and long walks. Join in on a wonderful day out in the East Anglian countryside. We look forward to meeting you!






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Anonymised ClassBento student Jun 2024


This was a refresher course for me as I hadn't thrown for decades. Lucy went through every stage from centre-ing to pulling a cylinder (one of the hardest things) so effectively. It was friendly, relaxed, fun with simple explanations. The time just shot by. I'll be signing up for the six-week course.

Pottery Throwing Taster Class review by Anonymised ClassBento student - Cambridge

Anonymised ClassBento student Jun 2024


We did the pottery class for our wedding anniversary with Annabel. She was amazing to learn from and was very kind and supportive. We learnt core skills for pottery throwing and made pots using a wheel. Very good value for money. The class made our anniversary extra special - thank you, Annabel!

Jo Montgomery Jun 2024


So much fun to have a go at throwing pots! Equipment, resources, inspiration and guidance all included!

Satbir Chahal Jun 2024


It was amazing how much we learned and created in our first experience with clay! Annabel was a great teacher and very encouraging. Would recommend as a lovely way to spend time with friends and family...you can even get great coffee and lunch at a lovely cafe in the same lovely setting.

Katie Gressier May 2024


Phoebe and her cousin had a wonderful, creative morning with you. We can’t wait to see the finished creations. Thankyou

Helen Bonny Beer May 2024


This was great value for money and we felt like we pretty much had private tuition. We were all kept very busy in a wonderful way and both Annabel and Lucy read the room perfectly and pitched it exactly right. Thank you so much for such a fun class. The cylinder is definitely the best thing I have ever made (with help!;))

Kerry Dudley May 2024


My 20 year old daughter and I love pottery and so we decided to try a pottery throwing taster session together. Annabel was warm, friendly, knowledgeable and very patient! We used the wheel and we each made our own bespoke vessel with the gentle guidance of Annabel. It was a wonderful experience - creative, tactile and mindful and we’d like to do more!

Lynsey Peck May 2024


I have just finished the 6 weeks and my only gripe is that it's over. This is a one to one tuition that is laid back and flexible. Annabel and Lucy teach in different ways so having a mix of both helped immensely. Annabel is very hands on and Lucy guides and explains the technique. You may find cheaper classes but you will not find a more focused and welcoming environment than Wightman Studio. I came away from my sessions feeling confident in what had been taught but also like I had been hanging around with some old friends.
The studio is clean, modern, has highend equipment and you will never feel pushed for time at the end of your session.

I started as an absolute beginner and have finished with enough knowledge and confidence to set up my own studio.

Meisha Rudd Apr 2024


Spent a lovely couple of hours in the Studio this morning learning the very basics of making a vessel. The setting is just beautiful and peaceful so a wonderful time to relax and just enjoy being creative. I was taught by 2 very friendly creators at different points during the session, They were both very encouraging and supportive and showed different techniques which was fab!
I was just learning and chatting away with no pressure to get it right straight away.
It was my absolute first time throwing on a wheel and had only done very basic primary school level clay work prior and I've left having made a nice item which I thoroughly enjoyed making. I honestly could have sat there all day, I found working with the clay quite relaxing and mindful almost meditative and I would definitely go again.

Pottery Throwing Taster Class review by Meisha Rudd - Cambridge

James Clark Mar 2024


Fantastic class. Very fun and interactive. The teachers are very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended.

Angela Bucksey Mar 2024


Annabelle is a very talented potter and teacher - her instruction is easy to follow, makes sense and the results were frankly way above my expectations of my abilities! I can’t wait to the fired results. I had a great time and will be back for more.

This was a birthday present from my husband and was great fun - definitely recommend this to anyone wanting to try out a new craft.
The studio is light, bright, has ample parking and is easy to find. Thanks very much

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