Based in Littledean, gateway to The Forest of Dean, Bird’s Pottery first opened its doors in 2018. Georgie Bird, owner, shares her expertise to help customers push their creative boundaries and ensure that everyone makes something they can be proud of.

Bird’s Pottery is a family run business that prides itself on giving a quality and unique experience. Georgie’s passion for pottery was ignited at secondary school, her interest and experience has been ever increasing since then. Whether you wish to get cosy in the converted coach house during Winter or sit out on the flagstone courtyard in the sun, there’s always a place for you at Bird’s Pottery.

During term time we are usually open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 10am - 5:30pm. We have classes and workshops at certain times, so it is always better to call and check we have availability if you would like to book a table to paint.

In the school holidays we usually open Monday - Saturday excluding bank holidays.

Hands shaping pottery on a spinning wheel in a pottery studio.
A young boy with curly red hair is seated at a table, looking down by a selection of small bottles of paint in various colors, in a pottery studio.

WE’RE ON A MISSION

At Bird’s Pottery, we welcome all and are proud to be the creative hub of the village.

  • At Bird’s Pottery, our mission is to share our love of creativity and ceramics in a safe, sustainable, and welcoming environment. We inspire and assist creatives of all ages and abilities while fostering community connections, enabling personal growth, and prioritising environmental responsibility.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to start a new interest, develop skills and meet individuals with similar interest or turn a hobby into something more.

  • Enabling Potential: Bird’s Pottery enables individuals to develop and grow.

    Environmental impact: Bird’s Pottery values and cares for the environment. We make sure we implement the 3 R’s, wherever we can in our daily practise. From reusable takeaway kits, our reclaimed furniture and tools and recycled and biodegradable packaging.

    Building connections: Bird’s Pottery offers a sense of community. We create opportunities for our guests to connect with other people within the Forest of Dean and surrounding areas. We work alongside other organisations to deliver bespoke classes and workshops within the area.

    Community: Bird’s Pottery is a safe and welcoming environment to all. We create an inclusive atmosphere through workshops, holiday activities and events throughout the year.

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Three women in a pottery studio smiling at the camera, with clay and pottery tools on the table in front of them, and decorated ceramics hanging on the wall.
Group of women creating pottery during an outdoor workshop, with various ceramic bowls and tools on the table under sunlight, lush green foliage in the background.
A group of people outdoors engaged in a pottery or ceramic painting activity around a table filled with bowls, brushes, and ceramic pieces, with trees and string lights overhead.
Two people sit at a wooden table in a decorated room, painting ceramic objects with paints, brushes, and tools. The room has fairy lights, decorative bunny and egg ornaments, white alphabet blocks, and a chalkboard with upcoming event details.
Two men are standing outdoors in front of a shed. One man has gray hair and is wearing a light gray t-shirt, while the other man has brown hair and is wearing a plaid shirt. The shed has a chalkboard with some writing on it, a shelf with small pots,

Meet the Team

  • Georgie Bird

    Georgie Bird

    Owner and Ceramicist

  • Katie Fellows

    Katie Fellows

    Learning and Development Coordinator

  • September Turner

    September Turner

    Marketing Manager

  • Martin Stephens

    Martin Stephens

    Guest Potter