Ceramics Membership Monthly Subscription

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Ceramics Membership - Make, develop and belong

Join the ceramics community at Stoneleigh Arms and work in our shared, fully equipped studio. Choose the membership that suits your practice, from independent studio access to a more supported, all-inclusive option.

All memberships include studio access from 8am to 11pm, seven days a week, for up to 20 hours per week, subject to classes, bookings and studio closures. Members can use the pottery wheels outside scheduled class times, as well as shared hand-building tables and communal tools.

All new members must complete an introductory ceramics course before joining and a studio induction before using the studio. Membership is for independent practice; tuition is not included.

Open Access — £75 per month

For independent makers who want regular access to a shared ceramics studio.

• One individual piece bisque fired and one individual piece glaze fired per month
• Additional firings available at discounted member rates
• Personal storage available on a waitlist basis
• Members provide their own approved clay, glazes and specialist consumables

Studio Plus — £95 per month

For makers developing their practice and producing work more regularly.

Includes everything in Open Access, plus:

• Guaranteed personal storage
• Two bisque and two glaze firings each month
• Access to studio house glazes
• Priority access to firing schedules during busy periods
• Priority opportunities to take part in exhibitions, markets and showcases

All-Inclusive — £135 per month

For committed makers who want a more supported studio experience.

Includes everything in Studio Plus, plus:

• An approved stoneware or porcelain clay allowance of approximately 10kg per month
• Up to four firings each month
• Opportunities to progress into workshop delivery, mentoring and artist development
• First access to selected studio opportunities and community projects

For every Ceramics Member

• A creative community and invitations to members-only Art Chat and social events
• Opportunities to take part in open studios, exhibitions and community events
• Eligibility to present your work or practice at CultureHaus
• Opportunities to sell work through our shop, exhibitions and selected markets; commission or hire fees may apply
• Access to artist development opportunities and community-led creative projects

A minimum two-month commitment applies. After that, membership continues monthly, with one month’s written notice required to cancel. Full membership terms, including approved materials and firing conditions, are available on the membership page.

Membership & Payment

Memberships are set up as a monthly subscription, charged in advance. A minimum commitment of 2 months applies to all tiers. After this initial period, your subscription continues on a rolling monthly basis. Should you wish to cancel, one month’s written notice is required. Membership fees are subject to annual review with a minimum of one month’s notice of any changes given to members.

Induction

All new members must complete a studio induction and health & safety briefing before accessing the studio. Members who have been inactive for 12 months or more may be required to complete a refresher induction. Induction fees are non-refundable.

Studio Access & Use

Studio access is for independent practice only and does not include tuition. Members must be aged 18 or over. Access hours are 8am–11pm, subject to scheduled classes, events and studio closures. Pottery wheels may be unavailable during timetabled sessions. Stoneleigh Arms reserves the right to amend access hours or facilities with reasonable notice.

Clay & Materials

Only approved stoneware and porcelain clay bodies are permitted in the studio. No earthenware or air-dry clay. Members are responsible for sourcing their own materials where applicable to their membership tier. Clay recycling is permitted but members must actively participate in the studio recycling system and store reclaim correctly.

Kiln Firings

Monthly firing allowances are subject to fair-use policy, based on standard load sizes. Oversized or unusual pieces may incur an additional charge. Unused firing allowances do not roll over to the following month. Additional firings can be booked at member rates, subject to availability.

Storage

Personal storage is allocated subject to availability (Open Access tier) or guaranteed (Studio Plus and above). Stoneleigh Arms accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to members’ belongings, materials or artwork left on the premises. Items left in unauthorised areas may be removed.

Studio Rules

Members are expected to leave the studio clean and tidy after every session, including cleaning tools, wiping down surfaces, washing wheels (including legs and foot pedal) and switching off all equipment. Misuse of equipment, failure to clean up, or behaviour that disrupts other members may result in suspension or termination of membership.

Suspension & Termination

Stoneleigh Arms Arts Spacereserves the right to suspend or terminate a membership without refund in the event of breach of studio rules, unsafe practice, non-payment, or conduct that is disrespectful to staff or fellow members. Memberships are non-transferable.

Liability

Participation in studio activities is at the member’s own risk. Stoneleigh Arms holds public liability insurance but does not insure members’ personal property or artwork. Members are advised to arrange their own contents insurance if required.

Equality & Inclusion

Stoneleigh Arms is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all. Discrimination, harassment or bullying of any kind will not be tolerated and may result in immediate termination of membership.

The Pay Date Rule

Cancellation notice must be submitted prior to your upcoming Pay Date to avoid the following month's charge. Example: If your Pay Date is the 15th of each month and you wish to cancel, you must provide notice by the 14th of the current month. Your membership will then remain active until the 14th of the following month, and no further payments will be taken. If notice is given after the Pay Date, one final scheduled payment will be collected, and your membership will terminate at the end of that subsequent billing cycle.