What to do and see in Dorset, England: The Best Paint & Pottery Studios

Come play with clay and discover your inner potter! Founded in 2015 by artist Imogen Charleston, Moon Studio is situated in a converted barn, nestled between The New Forest and Avon Beach, on the outskirts of Christchurch, Dorset. Here, Imogen teaches a variety of pottery classes to suit all ages and abilities. From taster sessions to short courses, and workshops for children and families. You can also book as a group for a special occasion such as a hen do or birthday party. All aspects of pottery covered including wheel throwing, sculpture, glazing and more.

The Attic at the Goat is a creative space for artists of all levels and experience to meet and paint in a large light room above the Goat and Tricycle Pub. Social Painting Groups with advice from other experienced artists if you want it. Workshops with experienced friendly tutors on a range of topics and mediums. Rent Easel Space: just turn up and paint on your own or with others. Exhibitions.

Our regular pottery classes are perfect for people wanting to make a commitment to a regular creative hobby. These classes are suitable for all levels and all pottery styles; whether you want to learn about hand building techniques, throwing or surface decoration. Individuality is encouraged and throughout the term you will be able to try your hand at as many or few techniques as you would like. Info on Pottery Classes Tradpots Pottery Studio classes are open to everyone. Whether you’re a novice or professional and whether you’re looking for a one off taster or a more regular course to hone your skills – we offer something for everyone. All of our classes are delivered in a relaxed and creative environment at our studio With a maximum class size of 10, equal focus is given to learning skills, creative development and giving each individual space to carve their own pottery experience. Our approach to teaching is friendly, simple and open with a relaxed and informal environmen

Mint Has Two Multi Award Winning Barbershops, Westbourne and Bournemouth Town Centre. Our stylists are trained to the highest standard to ensure that every customer does not leave with a hair out of place. We combine techniques used by hairdressers and barbers, to create the ultimate finish. The salons are finished to the highest standard and have a waiting area, which any man can feel at ease.

This is a working art studio and shop with the work of Swanage artist Andy Knill (AndyKnillArt) and another Swanage artist. The studio opened in November 2019. Andy draws in pen and ink and offers his “Art for Fun” philosophy for visitors as well as selling his Purbeck based work.

Paint Your Own Pottery cafe offering a great opportunity to relax in a friendly and helpful environment. Open 5-7 days including late night on Thursdays. Check opening times on our Web site.

The Courtyard Craft Centre is a unique shopping location. We have a variety of shops which sell a wide range of products. Each business is listed on our website, which gives more information, hours of business and contact details for individual shops. We currently have the following shops (October 2016): Three Oak Animal Kabin - Has an extensive range of Birds for sale including finches, budgies, and chickens. They also sell pet food and toys, looking to go away on holiday then they will look after you pet for you.We also sell Raw dog food. Courtyard Bridal - Pop in and see Gerry for all you Bridal needs, she will make you feel so welcome and at home, Gerry is a wealth of knowledge when it come to all aspects of buy and fitting your wedding dress and Bridesmaids dresses. K9 Kutz - Fabulous Fully Qualified & Insured Professional Dog Grooming Salon. Sandy Cristel - Massage Therapist, Reflexologist, Registered Reiki & Shamanic Healer, Holistic Therapist & Oracle Reader, by appointment. Sandy Cristel's Shop includes Crystals, Fossils, CDs, Incense and New Age Gifts. Gift Certificates available. Emma's Elegant Hair - Mobile Hairdresser, Salon Based Hairdresser at The Courtyard. If you like the comfort from your own home or feel the pamper in a salon the choice is yours. Pixie Nails - Manicures, Pedicures, Gelish nails, Acrylic nails, eyebrow shape and tidy's, top lip and chin wax. Eyelash and eyebrow tinting and eyelash lifting and perming! Booking recommended. Courtyard Candies - From a wide range of traditional jar sweets to individual luxury Belgium Chocolates, you can get all your sugar needs here, Gina also has a wide range of Sugar free sweets and chocolates, and also dairy free products as well. Fairy Chic - We paint shabby chic furniture, take commissions and provide workshops. We are also official Stockists of Frenchic chalk paint! Not Just Wool - We are a family business who strive to put our customers and their knitting first! We stock a range of yarns starting at 2ply right up to Super chunky. Our main suppliers are, Stylecraft, Robin, Wendy, Katia, Woolcraft and King Cole. Our ethos is affordable knitting, supplemented with a small range of more luxury yarns such as silk/merino mixes, mohair and alpaca mixed. We also stock a range of fancy scarf yarn. The Little Gallery - Gallery selling own goods Beachcomber Art & Art U Can Afford and also offers local arts people to do their own self stewarded exhibitions. Tradpots - Working pottery & classes and lots for sale. Dylan's Restaurant and Medieval barn - Real country home cooking and cream teas. Medieval Hall for hire!

Ever wondered how street artists like Banksy go about creating their innovative designs? Fancy a challenge experimenting with a contemporary art medium while having a bit of fun at the same time? Whether you’re a creative person or haven’t touched a paintbrush for years, Redtail Studio's Spray Paint Workshops provide expert one-to-one and group tuition that brings street art to Life!

Anglo-Continental provides international students to Bournemouth the opportunity to take English language courses and experience activities and excursions to historic sites, cities and locations across England.