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CHRISTOW, DEVON

Raku, Saggar & Barrel Firing

Two-day workshops on the edge of Dartmoor

Led by Abi Higgins and Alison West — suitable for all levels, no experience needed.

2026 Workshop Dates

NEXT AVAILABLE DATES

March 28–29

April 25–26

2 days · Devon

May 30–31

2 days · Devon

2 days · Devon

September 5–6

2 days · Devon

October 10–11

2 days · Devon

Places are limited — each workshop runs with a small group only.

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What to Expect

- Fire your own work using Raku, Saggar or Barrel techniques

- Two full days in Abi's studio on the edge of Dartmoor

- Suitable for all levels — no experience needed

As seen on The Great Pottery Throwdown

The Techniques

Raku Firing

Rooted in Japanese tradition, produces dramatic metallic effects through rapid firing.

Saggar Firing

Organic materials burn around the clay leaving unique marks on each piece.

Barrel Firing

Sawdust, straw and metallic colourants produce rich unpredictable results.

INVESTMENT

£349 for two days

Two full days tuition

All materials provided

Glazes included

Homemade lunch both days

What People Say

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The whole two days were a joy — exciting and inspirational.

Beautiful setting, delicious food, two inspirational teachers. Strongly recommended.

Worth coming from Iceland for. You have impressed and inspired me.

Stephen Williams

Maggie O'Connor

Helga Lára Haraldsdóttir

Ready to Fire?

Join Abi in the Devon studio.

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