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Family Winter Clay Workshop: Sculpt a Clay Snowman

Participants begin with a short look at Victorian snowman-making traditions before sculpting their own unique clay snowman using pinch-pot methods. The tutor demonstrates step-by-step techniques to construct the body, head, and decorative details like hats, scarves, and carrot noses. Visitors then finish their creations with brush-on glazes, which are kiln-fired for later collection.

What to Expect

Sculpt and glaze your own ceramic snowman using pinch-pot techniques.

Event Details

Food & Drink

Tea, coffee or a soft drink and biscuits are included; notify the museum of any dietary requirements.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children aged 6 and over

Vibe

Creative and relaxed

Energy Level

Low

Budget

££

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: £30 per person, including tuition, tea, coffee or a soft drink, biscuits, and Museum entry for those who want to explore further after the workshop. Children must be aged 6 years and over and accompanied by one adult. An adult who also wants to take part must buy an additional ticket. Any additional adults must purchase an entry ticket for the day. – Get tickets
  • Hours: 10:00am–1:00pm.

Tips & Advice

  • Wear old clothes and bring your own apron because working with clay can be messy.
  • Tell the Museum about dietary requirements so they can be noted for the included refreshments.
  • Book ahead because the workshop is limited to 16 participants.
  • If an accompanying adult wants to make a snowman too, arrange an additional course ticket for them.
  • Keep in mind that finished snowmen are kiln-fired and collected from the Museum once ready.

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  • An adult who wants to take part in the workshop needs an additional course ticket.
  • Additional adults who do not take part must purchase a Museum entry ticket for the day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can children attend, and do they need an accompanying adult?

Children must be at least six years old and accompanied by one adult.

What will participants do in the workshop?

They will learn about Victorian snowman-making traditions, sculpt a clay snowman using pinch-pot methods, add decorative details and brush-on glazes.

Will participants take their finished snowman home that day?

The tutor kiln-fires the finished pieces, which can be collected from the Museum once ready.

Are refreshments included, and can dietary needs be accommodated?

Tea, coffee or a soft drink and biscuits are included. Let the Museum know about dietary requirements.

Is Museum entry included with the workshop?

The workshop fee includes Museum entry for anyone who wants to explore after the workshop.

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team