Glass and Craft
12.95 miles
Blue Owl is a cosy family-run pottery painting studio based in a converted country pub just outside Colchester, Essex. It offers a warm and friendly atmosphere where creativity flows easily for all ages. Visitors can enjoy painting pottery while relaxing with hot drinks and tasty homemade snacks.
The studio provides babyprint keepsake sessions for little ones, fun clay and painting workshops, and even special evening sessions where you can bring your own drinks and nibbles. There’s plenty of free parking, baby-friendly facilities, and a welcoming space perfect for family or friends. You can also take pottery kits home with everything you need included.
Prices depend on the pottery item chosen, starting from £10 for small items, £15–£20 for mugs, bowls or plates, and £25–£35 for larger pieces like teapots or vases. All prices include paints, glazing, and firing with no extra studio fees for daytime sessions.
Blue Owl is also a brilliant venue for group celebrations, with packages from £20–£25 per person including pottery, coffee, and cake, or private evening parties with a £5 booking fee per head plus pottery costs. A visit here promises a mix of creativity, relaxation, and fun — making it a wonderful experience for families, friends, and special occasions.
Price: Paid
Price Details
The price depends on what item you choose to paint. Our cheapest item is £10 - e.g. for a coaster or small hanging decoration. Most figurines, mugs, bowls and plates are around £15-£20 - with larger items such as teapots and large vases around £25-£35. All our prices are fully inclusive (including paints, glazing and firing) and there's no additional studio fee for our daytime sessions.
Offer Birthday Parties: Yes
Birthday Party Details
We can host groups of 8-16 people during our opening hours. Prices are typically £20-£25 per head including pottery, coffee & cake. If you prefer a private evening session, we can host a minimum of 20 people (max. 30) and you can bring your own drinks & nibbles or even a full buffet! There is a £5 per head booking fee for an evening session, plus the cost of pottery chosen (typically £15-£20). Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries and family gatherings!
Address: Blue Owl, Nayland Road, Colchester, UK
Post Code: CO6 4AH
Council: Colchester
County: Essex
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