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Booking is available online or via the Sharpe’s Pottery Museum front desk only unless otherwise stated.
Events
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October Museum Trail – Edmund’s Bone-chilling Birthday Bash!
Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomDrop in and have a go at our October Museum Trail: Our resident spirits are planning a surprise party for our very own Edmund Sharpe - born on October 31st! Explore the museum, reveal the answers and win a prize! đź“… Date: Thursday 01 October - Saturday 31 Octoberđź•’ Time: 10am-4pmđź“Ť Location: Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, […]
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Adult Seaglass Workshop
The Glaze Room at Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomAre you looking to learn a new skill? Join Karen from Shore Things to create art from the fragments of glass and pottery that are washed up on our beaches every day. Even if you think you're not creative, Karen will lead you through the process step-by-step and you'll be amazed by what can be […]
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Crafted in Clay: Sculpting Wildlife with Joanna Dawidowska
The Glaze Room at Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomJoin us for a creative and enjoyable Clay Wildlife Sculpting Session, where you will create your own unique wildlife sculpture under expert guidance. During the session, you'll sculpt your chosen animal in clay and bring it to life with texture and character. Your piece will then remain at the studio to be professionally finished and […]
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Sea Glass Art for Families with Shore Things
Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomCome along to this half term workshop and create a piece of Sea Glass Art, this family workshop will take place at Sharpe's Pottery Museum in Swadlincote đź“… Date: Thursday 22 Octoberđź•’ Time: 10.00am - 12.00pmđź“Ť Location: Sharpe’s Pottery Museum, Swadlincote🎟️ Suitable for: Families, Adults and Children all welcome!đź’° Cost: ÂŁ15 per person - all […]
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Little Potters: Under 5’s Sensory and Messy Play
Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomJoin us for a fun, creative session designed especially for our youngest visitors! Our Little Potters: Under 5’s Make & Take sessions are perfect for children aged five and under, offering a relaxed and engaging mix of crafts, messy play, and sensory exploration. Each month brings a new theme to inspire creativity — from seasonal […]
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Sharpe’s Studio: Mosaic Making
The Glaze Room at Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomFamily Mosaic Making Workshop at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum Get creative together at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum with our fun, hands-on Family Mosaic Making Workshop! Perfect for all ages, this session invites families to design and craft their very own colourful mosaic artwork inspired by the patterns and textures found in our museum displays. Under the guidance […]
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Sharpe’s Studio: Clay Play!
The Glaze Room at Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomClay Play! Get creative with clay at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum!Join us for a fun, hands-on family activity where children and adults alike can explore the wonderful world of clay. Guided by our friendly volunteers, you’ll learn simple techniques to mould, shape, and decorate your very own clay creations inspired by the heritage of Sharpe’s Pottery. […]
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Sea Glass for Families
Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomAre you looking to learn a new skill? Join Karen from Shore Things to create art from the fragments of glass and pottery that are washed up on our beaches every day. Even if you think you're not creative, Karen will lead you through the process step-by-step and you'll be amazed by what can be […]
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Sharpe’s Studio: Paint a Pot!
The Glaze Room at Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomPaint a Pot Workshop at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum Get creative and add a personal touch to your pottery at our Paint a Pot Workshop! Perfect for families, friends, or anyone who loves to get arty, this fun, hands-on session invites you to choose a ceramic piece and decorate it using a range of vibrant acrylic […]
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Halloween Crafts
Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomJoin us this spooky season, the event is suitable for the whole family. Enjoy hands-on spooky crafts and scary stories, in a fun and relaxed setting. This is a free, drop-in event, so no booking is required, come along and get creative with friends and family the autumn. đź“… Date: Saturday 31 October⏰ Time: 11:00am–3:00pm🎟️ […]
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November: Museum Trail – Toilets!
Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomDrop in and have a go at our November Museum Trail: Toilets! November 19th is World Toilet Day! Did you know that Sharpe's Pottery played a key role in the production of toilets? Explore the museum, reveal the answers and win a prize! đź“… Date: Wednesday 04 November - Saturday 28 Novemberđź•’ Time: 10am-4pmđź“Ť Location: […]
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Antiques Valuation Day with Bamfords
Sharpe's Pottery Museum West St, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, United KingdomJoin Bamford's Auctioneers and Valuers on the first Friday of the month at Sharpe's Pottery Museum for Antiques Valuation Day! "Bamford's is a family run business and since its formation in 2002 has grown in size and reputation. Rising as a phoenix out of the ashes of Neales of Derby its core team have worked […]