Creative Pottery Fun for All the Family – in the Heart of Devon
Collage of pottery activities at Brightfire Pottery in Devon, featuring children and adults glazing ceramics, firing Raku pots with open flames, and displaying vibrant blue pottery pieces in a scenic countryside setting.

Welcome to Brightfire Pottery, Devon

Experience the magic of RAKU pottery! Choose a ceramic pot or shape, glaze it, and fire it with us in Devon. No experience needed—fun, easy, and always stunning!

A collection of six handcrafted raku pottery pieces, including bowls, leaf-shaped dishes, a seashell, and a snail shell. Each piece features crackled glazes in shades of blue, turquoise, and copper, with an iridescent and organic texture.

What is RAKU?

A Japanese pottery technique brought to life in Devon — RAKU firing creates bold, crackled glazes with iridescent textures and vivid colours. Watch your creation come to life in flames before your eyes!

Create, Fire & Take Home — All in One Day!
A collage of three images showing the process of creating a raku pottery bowl. On the left, a close-up of a ceramic bowl surrounded by flames during the raku firing process, with the bowl partially covered in soot. On the top right, a potter with curly hair, glasses, and a mustache is smiling while wearing a blue apron and green gloves, holding metal tongs with a glowing-hot ceramic piece. He stands in front of a rustic outdoor kiln made of bricks, with flames visible inside. On the bottom right, the finished raku bowl is displayed on a wooden surface, featuring a glossy glaze with blue and purple patches and copper-colored streaks, creating a striking, crackled effect.

Suitable For Everyone

From toddlers to great-grandparents — whether you’re 2 or 92, our workshops are open to all ages and abilities. It’s a perfect activity for families, couples, individuals, or groups.

A group of people of various ages participate in a pottery painting workshop inside a tented space with large windows. They are seated around a wooden table covered with ceramic pieces, paintbrushes, cups of water, and other art supplies. A woman in a striped sweater holds up a spray bottle while explaining something to the group. The atmosphere is warm and engaging, with participants focused on their creative projects. Bunting decorations hang from the ceiling, adding a cozy touch to the setting

Prices

£40 per person, £15 for children under 7 – this includes:

✅ 1 ceramic item of your choice
✅ Glazes & firing
✅ Full tuition
✅ 50% off additional pieces

Extras: Additional pieces are available from £10 and make ideal gifts, home décor, or souvenirs.

Family concessions available – we’re happy to tailor the experience to suit your group.

A group of fifteen smiling women, pose outdoors in front of a rustic pottery studio, proudly holding ceramic bowls they have made. They are gathered on benches and standing on a grassy area, suggesting a friendly and relaxed workshop or pottery class setting. The studio behind them has an open doorway and is surrounded by greenery.
To book your visit please call

01363 83878 or 07766 414 134

If you would like to make a booking or simply wish to speak to someone about the pottery, please call us. Alternatively you can email: info@brightfirepottery.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

See inside the Kiln!

A glowing hot kiln with an open front, revealing ceramic bowls being fired inside. The kiln is constructed from fire bricks, and the intense orange-red heat illuminates the interior. Some sculptures and decorative objects, including snail-shaped ornaments, are placed on top of the kiln. The bowls inside appear to be in the process of being glazed or fused, with some surfaces showing a molten or glossy texture.
Watch the colours magically appear as the Kiln reaches 1000°C🔥 Your masterpieces are ready to take home with you the same day!

Meet the Ponies

A dappled grey pony and its foal graze peacefully on lush green grass in a vibrant garden, surrounded by colourful summer flowers and tall trees.
Brightfire Pottery is home to two miniature ponies and their beautiful foals born this year. Come and enjoy our homely countryside setting in the heart of Devon.

Where to find us

Brightfire Pottery, Roundash Farmhouse, East Worlington, Nr Crediton, Devon, EX17 4TZ