Hand-build a mug that’s safe to use
Hand-build a mug with a handle, texture and initials or a pattern. We then professionally glaze and fire it, so it’s safe to use.
Ages 11–16 Up to 10 guests 2 hours £350 for up to 10
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A non-refundable 25% deposit secures your date, and the balance and final numbers are due 14 days before the party.
Questions first? Email contact@picturachester.co.uk or call 01244 328976.
For ages 11–16. Teen-only: no younger children, smaller groups, student-grade materials and a more relaxed studio – music, chat and making, still led by a qualified art teacher. Our studio holds up to 25 guests.
Parties take place in our private party area on the first floor of Pictura, 5 Eastgate Row North. We can also bring the party to your home or venue, and we handle set-up and tidy-up.
How it runs
Parties last 2 hours, including a 30-minute food break if you’re bringing food.
| Where | Price |
|---|---|
| In our studio | £350 for up to 10 |
| We come to you | £450 for up to 10 |
The price is for up to 10 guests. Additional guests are £18 each, charged at checkout.
A non-refundable 25% deposit secures your date, and the balance and final numbers are due 14 days before the party. There’s no admin fee if you need to move the date.
A hand-built mug, professionally glazed and fired so it’s safe to use. Pottery we glaze and fire is ready in 4 weeks, sometimes longer in school and seasonal holidays. We’ll email you when it’s ready – then just pop in any time during our opening hours within 2 weeks of that email. No appointment needed. Painted pottery is collection only, so we can’t post it.
Aprons are provided, but clothes that can take a splash are a good idea. Tell us in advance about any additional needs so we can support the group. We lead the art, and children remain the responsibility of the adults who stay.
£350 for up to 10 in our studio and £450 for up to 10 when we come to you. Extra children are £18 each.
Ages 11–16. Teen parties are for 11 to 16-year-olds only, with no younger children, smaller groups and a more relaxed studio.
Up to 10 guests are included, and extra children are £18 each. Our studio holds up to 25 guests.
Parties last 2 hours, including a 30-minute food break if you’re bringing food.
Saturdays 3pm–5pm and Sundays 11am–1pm or 2.30pm–4.30pm. Weekday after-school parties are on enquiry.
Yes. Food, cake, cutlery and party bags aren’t included, so you’re welcome to bring your own. Pizzas from our café are available to buy, or as an add-on to your party – just ask.
A limited number of parents can stay. Seating is limited, so many families drop off and collect at the end. Stairways and exits need to stay clear.
Yes – we bring the same party to you and handle set-up and tidy-up, from £450 for up to 10.
A non-refundable 25% deposit secures your date, and the balance and final numbers are due 14 days before the party. There’s no admin fee if you need to move the date.
Pottery we glaze and fire is ready in 4 weeks, sometimes longer in school and seasonal holidays. We’ll email you when it’s ready – then just pop in any time during our opening hours within 2 weeks of that email. No appointment needed. Painted pottery is collection only, so we can’t post it.
Press Book now to choose a time and book online, or call us on 01244 328976 or email contact@picturachester.co.uk with your preferred date, time and party.
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