Working Studio

On the ground floor you can watch several skilled artists at work.

Alan White, our Master Potter, can be seen at his wheel throwing clay and creating unique, but classic shapes. Alan has appeared on TV many times and has been associated with Poole for over 40 years. His designs and shapes are sought after by collectors worldwide.

Graham Moss is a sprayer. This is a highly skilled job with consistency and depth of the glaze application is critical to the appearance and quality of the final product.

Jane Brewer and Nicola are two of our designers and artists. You can see Jane and Nicola at work decorating pieces of Poole Pottery. As well as helping to design new collections, they also decorate one off pieces which are available for sale in the shop on The Quay. These one off pieces are highly sought after by collectors.

Also within the studio is a kiln where the products are fired, and a selection area to check the final pieces are of good quality.

Paint Your Own

Once you have watched the experts at work, you won’t be able to resist the temptation to have a go yourself.

You are able to sit within the studio and decorate a model of your choice; creating your own masterpiece to remind you of your day.


Factory Shop

A wide range of Pottery and homewares are available for you to purchase during your visit.

Poole Pottery has a reputation for their exquisite Cats and Dolphins. These are exclusively available to purchase within our shop on the Quay.

As well as up to 75% off high street prices for Poole Pottery, we also stock Royal Stafford Tableware, Lifestyle Products placemats, coasters and table accessories.

Across the two floors, we stock a wide range of pottery and housewares, giftware, clothing and shoes. Brands currently in store include:

Border Artists
Alexara fashions
Bormioli
Lilliput Villages
Colvin sunglasses
Calp Glass
Lladro
Cotton Shirt Co
Collectors' Corner
Matryoshka
Russian Dolls Farrah
Cook shop
Musicboxworld
Fine fragrance
Country Artists
Newgate Clocks
QV shoes
Dartington
Old Tupton
Tigi & Iz
Heron Glass
Winter-In-Venice cosmetics
Iron Stop wind spinners
Yankee Candle
Isle Of Wight Glass
Salco Giftware
Jonathan Harris Glass
The Philippino Beach Hut
Leonardo Giftware
Waithglass
Lesser and Pavey Giftware


Cafe

Whilst you are with us, why not take time to relax in our café. We have a wide selection of food and drinks available.


Where To Find Us Map of Poole Pottery on the Quay

Poole Pottery Studio is on The Quay, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HJ England
Telephone Number: +44 (0) 1202 668 681,
Fax: +44 (0) 1202 677 528,
email: sales@poolepotteryretail.co.uk


Opening Hours

We are Open 7 days a week including many bank holidays.

Our Summer (April-October) Opening Hours are:

Monday / Wednesday / Saturday: 9.30am – 6pm
Tuesday / Thursday / Friday: 9.30am – 8pm
Sunday: 10.30am – 4.30pm

Please Note: We are Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Easter Sunday.


Our Facilities

Group Visits and Coach Parties are welcome.
Poole Pottery Studio is wheelchair accessible and we can offer disabled assistance.
We have a café and also have seating available on both floors.


Our Shop In Stoke-on-Trent Royal Stafford

We also have a shop at our factory in Stoke-on-Trent where you can purchase Poole Pottery. Please click here for more information.