Crafty Monkey
St Neots, Cambridgeshire
About Crafty Monkey
Crafty Monkey pottery painting, build a bear and craft studio based in St. Neots, Cambridgeshire is fun for all the family.
Offering pottery painting, build a bear, foam clay, decoupage, hand and footprints in clay on pottery or on silver print jewellery and more. No experience is necessary as full instruction is given. Just book in, pick a blank piece of pottery from an extensive range and paint 'til your heart's content. It makes a great family outing or the perfect way to get your child to make a personalised gift.
They also offer party packages, deco-patch and run crafty workshops for children in school holidays and occasional Saturdays.
Crafty Monkey is a great place to hold any birthday party. Come and monkey around with your creative side! Call them on 01480 219222 for more information or to book in.
Pottery Painting makes a great activity for all the family!
Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio, is a great place for a family day out and pottery painting or our pottery classes with clay are great activities suitable and enjoyable for all ages and abilities from baby to grandma!
In today’s busy world, finding quality time to spend as a family can be challenging. Crafty Monkey offers a perfect opportunity to unplug from technology and engage in meaningful, creative activities together.
Every member of the family can discover their artistic side and create lasting memories in a relaxing, calm environment while enjoying the therapeutic benefits pottery painting and getting your hand on clay provide. If the grown up's don't want to do the activity that's fine too.
What's more, our activities are not only fun for all ages but also educational. Kids and adults alike can learn about the pottery-painting or pottery-making process, develop fine motor skills, and explore their artistic talents.
Welcoming Atmosphere and massive range - something for everyone!
Our friendly and experienced staff are always on hand to guide you through the creative process. We pride ourselves on our welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable no matter what their ability is or how young or old they are.
We have a massive range of pottery pieces to suit all ages, interests and abilities. There's something for everyone.
We also have a big range of build a bear animal skins in small and large and build a bear outfits.
Kids love our Crafty Monkey Parties and Workshops
Crafty Monkey's pottery painting and build a bear birthday parties are popular! Not only for kids but parents too who express how relaxed and chilled they are compared to other activities and venues that can be quite noisy!
We also put on kids workshops in some school holidays where the kids can be dropped off while you enjoy some 'me' time.
Kids love Crafty Monkey Pottery Studio for a variety of reasons:
1. Creative Freedom
Crafty Monkey offers kids the opportunity to express themselves creatively. They can choose from a wide range of bears to make or pottery pieces they can paint any style they like, allowing their imaginations to run wild. This creative freedom is both fun and fulfilling for children.
2. Hands-On Activities
Kids enjoy the hands-on nature of activities at Crafty Monkey. Whether it's painting pottery, molding clay, building bears or making handprints.
3. Personalised Keepsakes
Children love creating personalized items that they can take home once fired or give as gifts. The sense of pride and accomplishment they feel when they see their finished piece all shiny like a shop bought product is incredibly rewarding.
Facilities
Toilets
Baby Changing
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 16:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 16:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 16:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 16:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 16:00
- Saturday, 09:30 - 17:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 16:30
Monday to Friday 10:00 - 17:00 Saturday 09:30 - 17:30
In school holidays we open 9.30am to 4.30pm
We also have adult sip and paint evenings and special evening events for adults (see website for details)
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £4.50
- Adult (17-18+) : £4.50
Pottery Painting: Studio Fee: £4.50 plus the pottery item you paint. See our pottery range and prices on our websites online shop.
Build a Bear: Small bears £16, Large bears: £21
Pottery Workshops: Start at £20
Other Workshops: Various prices
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
We sell soft drinks that cost between £1-£2.
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Contact Details
12 Moores Walk
St Neots
Cambridgeshire
PE19 1AG
England
Nearest parking is Tebbutts Road car park which is less than 1 minute walk. We are located down the passageway in between Barclays on the High Street and Argos on Tebbutts Road. What 3 words: ///yarn.snowboard.everybody
Tel: 01480219222
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
We are situated in St. Neots town centre just a few minutes walk from where buses stop.
The train station is a 15-20 minute walk away.
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