Looking to ignite your creativity in a welcoming art studio? The Shire Workshops in Wilbarston, UK—nestled between Leicestershire and Northamptonshire—offers hands-on pottery, sculpture, and craft classes for all ages and skill levels.
Located in the picturesque Welland Valley, tucked away in the peaceful village of Wilbarston, the studio has a cozy, homely feel that inspires creativity and connection. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, you'll find an enriching environment to explore your artistic passions. Perfect for people living in and around the area.
Owned by Joe Stafford and run by him and his father, Bob Stafford, The Shire Workshops studio provides a calm and relaxing environment for you to immerse yourself in creation and inspiration.
With abundant experience teaching people of all levels, we welcome anyone who wants to upgrade their skills.
Never touched clay? No problem!
We’re here to support you!
For a bonding experience between children and parents, couples’ activities, anniversary or birthday gifts, girls' day out or creating matching ceramics with friends, join our workshop with your own unique ideas!
We offer an 8-week course to help you improve your pottery skills and complete your dream pieces, as well as sculpting classes using a unique medium called Pal Tiya.
That’s not all! If you have a group of friends or family, we can design a special class just for you. Whether it’s a birthday celebration, couple’s day or night out, hen’s party, after-school activity, anniversary, or anything else — tell us your ideas and we’ll see what we can create together!!
We also have extensive experience welcoming both adults and children with special needs and disabilities. Please let us know if your loved ones would like to enjoy creating art with us.
