Balnacra Pottery
Balnacra Pottery
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10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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Working Pottery Studio in historic blacksmiths barn. A wide range of handmade and wheel thrown unique pottery for sale. Pottery classes available. Also has original art, prints and cards created by the Potter. Zero waste business. Refillables corner for household and cosmetic eco products- BYOB. Covid19 safety measures are in place in the shop.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Redkitewatcher64
Andover, UK1,841 contributions
Aug 2019
Bought a 2hr session on a potters wheel for my husband as a birthday gift as it was something he had always wanted to try. The pottery is very easy to find , and we were warmly welcomed by the owner. She explained the options for the course and we had a choice of either hand making pots or use a potters wheel, which my husband opted for. She was very kind and patient about explaining what was involved and spent a lot of time demonstrating and explaining what to do. I decided to visit Loch Carron whilst he was having his lesson and returned an hour later. He had been having such fun and had made a wide selection of items, such as a mug, bowl , vase . The owner said he was a natural , which he hasn't let me forget! She has some lovely items for sale in the shop and we treated ourselves to a little turkey statue . We have to go back in a few weeks after the pots are fired to decorate them and then she will post the pots out to us . Lovely studio which also offers have a go sessions for children, Highly recommend, she was also a good sport and let us re-create our version of the Ghost scene as a joke for friends
Written 25 August 2019
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dajg
Argyll11 contributions
Aug 2019
I've dropped in a couple of times now when in the area. Vicky is just lovely, very welcoming and chatty. There are always new pieces to see and buy, each piece is individually hand crafted and the colours are amazing. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, like walking into a friend's home. Vicky clearly has a passion for her art. I'm going to book a lesson next time I'm up and hopefully add to my collection.
Written 7 August 2019
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Sky
Schnackenburg, Germany143 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
I just ordered some of the lovely pottery matching the bowl I‘ve bought.
Vicky is such a talented artist and you need to drop in, exploring the variety of stuff she’s making and you’ll definitely find something special matching your taste!
She’s also running courses...so have a look and get inspired yourselves...
Vicky is such a talented artist and you need to drop in, exploring the variety of stuff she’s making and you’ll definitely find something special matching your taste!
She’s also running courses...so have a look and get inspired yourselves...
Written 8 June 2019
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Thank you!
Written 9 June 2019
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Ashley W
97 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
None of us had any experience with the art of pottery. So when vicky met us we were all a bit nervous we shouldn't have been. Vicky was very clear in the demonstration and very patient with us all especially the adults. The potters wheel was ace and making our own tiles was great all to be fired and sent out when ready. Vicky you are a star and thank you for a different way to spend a couple of hours. Highly recomended
Written 16 April 2019
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Many thanks for your review ! It was lovely to meet you all and spend am enjoyable couple of hours. Your work is all progressing nicely and waiting for the second firing!
I hope you enjoyed the rest of your visit. :-)
Written 17 April 2019
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Rj Ag
Stirling, UK4 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
This is a really great way to spend an hour or two, Vicky was a great instructor and let you fully experience working with clay. I highly recommend this to anyone who is visiting the area!
Written 13 August 2018
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Many thanks! Great to have met you 😊
Written 14 August 2018
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Dom O
United Kingdom6 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
I went with my family to Vicky at the beginning of June and it was the best day of our holiday! We all had a turn at the wheel which we loved and received our little creations in the post a few weeks later. Vicky is so enthusiastic and kind and really made for a create experience at a very reasonable price. I would 100% go again and would highly recommend anyone want a fun relaxing experience to go!
Written 3 July 2018
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thanks for a lovely review ! It was great to meet you all and I', so glad you liked your pottery, looking forwards to seeing you all again !
Written 5 July 2018
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Debbie O
Uppermill, UK63 contributions
Jun 2018
Visited with my partner, daughter and daughter's partner. Taught to use the pottery's wheel by Vicky the owner and then took turns to have a go ourselves. Meanwhile the others got creative with rolling pins, knives, cutters and clay creating in my case a hanging ornament for my garden. Great fun and suitable for all ages. we spent about an hour and half there but could have easily spent longer.
Written 23 June 2018
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thanks for the review Debbie, it was lovely to meet you all & spend some creative time with your group, the kiln has a temporary repair and all your pots are nearly ready, one more, your jug is firing today & then hopefully your goodies will be ready to post ! :-)
Written 24 June 2018
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Strathlass14
Dingwall, UK37 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
Had a go on the wheel and we both managed to create something recognisable ... had a great time Vicky had great patience with our complete lack of skill and talent. A wonderful way to pass an hour ... beautiful pieces for sale I'll certainly be back.
Written 21 April 2018
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thanks for your review, I'm glad you enjoyed yourselves, it was lovely to meet you!
Written 22 April 2018
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LighthouseFanatic
Inverness359 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
Went along with a friend for a couple of hours session. Had a fab time getting back into clay .... been too long (1976). Very relaxed atmosphere, Vicky is a great Artist and Teacher. Would well recommend, I will be back. Go on you know you want too.
Written 9 September 2017
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Thanks for the review ! It was lovely to see you and I look forward to seeing how you glaze your lovely pottery!
Written 10 September 2017
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madones
Inverness, UK182 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
Just back from a lovely relaxing pottery experience. Vicky is very good at steering you gently as it was my first time touching clay! I created a Funky bowl and a tile. I really enjoyed making these items. I would thoroughly recommend Vicky and her pottery.
Written 9 September 2017
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thanks very much for coming along , that was a really enjoyable session and you made two lovely peices, they are drying nicely ! see you again soon. :-)
Written 10 September 2017
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- Balnacra Pottery is open:
- Tue - Fri 10:30 - 16:30
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