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Paint a Pot, based in the heart of Markeaton Park’s Craft Village, is a welcoming studio where people of all ages can enjoy creating unique pottery pieces. With over 22 years of experience, it offers a relaxing and fun environment to paint ceramics, whether for gifts, keepsakes, or simply a creative day out. Visitors can choose from over 150 ceramic items, vibrant paints, and tools to design something special.
The studio offers engaging experiences such as Clay Days, where you can make multiple clay items in a full-day session, and Adult Evenings, which provide a social and creative night out. Families can capture memories with baby hand or footprint impressions in clay or painted prints on mugs, plates, or coasters. Accessibility is well-considered, with ramps, wide doors, and a ground-floor party room for events.
Pricing is straightforward, with £10 per table for 2 hours of painting. Special keepsakes include clay impressions starting from £22 to £56 and painted hand or footprints starting from £7–£9 for coasters or tiles, £12–£22 for mugs, and £15–£26 for plates. Birthday party packages are a highlight, offering pottery painting fun, invitations, a host, and a unique birthday plate for the guest of honour. Prices range from £16pp for the Super Party Package, £18.50pp for Super Duper, and £25pp for the WOW Party Package.
Overall, Paint a Pot is a perfect place to relax, get creative, and make lasting memories. Whether you’re crafting a keepsake, enjoying a social evening, or hosting a party, it offers something special for everyone.
Parking: For the nearest car park go to the Mundy Play Centre Car Park DE22 4NH. Follow the “Additional parking “ sign which will send you to the right, through the woods following onto another car park which is just around the corner from the Craft Village. It is ‘pay and display’ with either MiPermit or cash. However there is a ‘one hour free’ parking bay which is useful when picking up your glazed and fired pots.
Price: Paid
Price Details
Offer Birthday Parties: Yes
Birthday Party Details
Looking for something different for your child’s party? Our parties are creative and relaxing… (if you leave the wild ones off your invitation list!)
Our packages include:
A £30 deposit is required for parties and the remaining balance paid on the day. We can supply a party bag for £1.50 per child which includes 3 small toys and sweets, but we kindly ask that you give us a week’s notice.
Visit the website for more information.
Open everyday 10am - 5pm.
Address: Paint a PotMarkeaton Park Craft Village, Markeaton, Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 3BG, England
Post Code: DE22 3BG
Council: Derby
County: Derbyshire
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