Cuppa Mate? 

A pottery course for men. Shape and glaze your own cup.

Wednesdays 10, 17 & 24 September, 10 - 12.30pm
People’s Parkfield, 39 Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ3 2NH

Final session: Tuesday 1 October, 10 - 12pm
Gaia Coffee, 39 Winner Street, Paignton, TQ3 3BN

Join artist potter Stephen Pettet-Smith for a mindful, three-session course where you’ll craft your very own cup. Using the ancient pottery technique of making a simple “pinch pot”, you’ll then unleash your imagination to add a handle, decorate with colourful slips (coloured liquid clay), and shape a cup that’s uniquely yours.

Your piece will be fired and glazed, ready to collect at our final get-together – where we’ll admire our creations and share a cuppa in the cups we’ve made.

No experience needed – just roll up your sleeves, bring an apron (or clothes you don’t mind getting a bit grubby), and enjoy some creative time out. Along the way there’ll be tea, chat and laughter. It’s all about getting hands-on, making friends, and taking a breather from the everyday.

Cost: Pay what you can. We suggest around the price of a coffee each week (or £12 for the full course). You can also “pay it forward” to help someone else take part.

Disabled parking is available at the front of Parkfield House, with an additional car park at the rear.

Places are limited (maximum 8), so book early to save your spot.

This course has been made possible by Alright Mate? - a Devon arts organisation promoting positive men’s mental health, and Villages in Action - a charity bringing creative opportunities to communities across Devon.

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