Fired 4 U
Preston, LancashireAbout Fired 4 U
Looking for a relaxed, creative, feel-good day out that the whole family can enjoy together?
Welcome to Fired 4 U, a warm and welcoming pottery painting and clay studio in Walton-le-Dale, Preston – where imaginations come to life, confidence grows, and families create memories that last long after the paint has dried.
What Can You Do at Fired 4 U?
We offer a wide range of creative activities suitable for all ages and abilities. No experience is needed – our friendly team guide you step-by-step so you feel confident from the moment you sit down.
Pottery Painting;Choose from a huge selection of ready-to-paint pottery items including:
• Mugs, plates and bowls
• Animal figurines
• Money boxes
• Seasonal decorations
• Keepsake items for babies and children
• Home décor pieces
You simply pick your item, choose your colours and designs, and we’ll guide you through techniques such as sponging, stamping, stencilling and layering. Once you’ve finished painting, we professionally glaze and kiln fire your piece so it becomes food-safe, glossy and ready to use at home.
Your masterpiece will be ready to collect approximately 7 days later.
Clay Hand Building
For those who love getting hands-on, we offer clay workshops where you can shape your own creation from scratch by attending one of our workshops
You’ll shape and build your design during the first visit, then return to paint it once it’s been fired. After glazing and a final kiln firing, your finished piece is ready to take home.
Clay sessions are fantastic for older children, teens and adults who enjoy creating something completely unique.
Potter’s Wheel Experiences
Want to try the magic of the potter’s wheel? We offer one-to-one wheel lessons where you’ll learn to:
• Knead and prepare the clay
• Centre it on the wheel
• Shape your own small bowl
There’s something truly special about feeling the clay spin beneath your hands and watching a lump transform into something useful. It’s mindful, absorbing and hugely satisfying.
After your throwing session, your bowl is dried and fired. You’ll then return to paint it before we glaze and fire it again, ready for collection.
Copper Enamel Jewellery & Creative Extras
We also offer copper enamelling sessions where you can design and create your own colourful jewellery pieces. It’s a brilliant option for older children, teens and adults looking for something a little different.
From time to time, we also introduce special seasonal crafts and creative experiences during school holidays.
Baby Prints & Family Keepsakes
One of our most popular experiences is creating baby hand and footprints on pottery. These make beautiful keepsakes and gifts for parents, grandparents and special occasions.
We help capture tiny prints safely and carefully, then transform them into adorable designs – from animals to seasonal characters. It’s a lovely, calm session and a very special way to preserve those little moments in time.
Parties, Celebrations & Group Bookings
Fired 4 U is a fantastic venue for:
• Children’s birthday parties
• Teen celebrations
• Family get-togethers
• Hen parties
• Adult “sip and paint” evenings
• Team building events
We provide guided instruction, a relaxed atmosphere and everything you need to enjoy your celebration. Guests leave not only with great memories, but with something they’ve created themselves.
For adult evenings, guests are welcome to bring their own drinks and nibbles to add to the fun.
Why Families Love Fired 4 U
✔ No Experience Needed
We break everything down into simple, achievable steps so everyone feels capable.
✔ Relaxed & Supportive Atmosphere
There’s no pressure for perfection. Our studio is designed to be calm, welcoming and encouraging.
✔ Screen-Free Creative Time
It’s a wonderful way to step away from devices and spend quality time together.
✔ Boosts Confidence
Children (and adults!) leave feeling proud of what they’ve achieved.
✔ Suitable for All Ages
From toddlers with tiny prints to grandparents painting mugs, everyone can join in.
Refreshments & Comfort
We want you to feel at home during your visit. We offer:
• Tea
• Filter coffee
• Hot chocolate (with tasty syrups)
• Seasonal winter warmer drinks
• Muffins and sweet treats
It’s the perfect excuse to slow down, chat and enjoy the moment.
Booking
Booking is recommended, especially during:
• School holidays
• Half terms
• Weekends
• Seasonal events
You can book online via our website or by calling the studio directly.
Collection Policy
Once your pottery has been glazed and fired, it will be ready to collect in approximately 7 days. We kindly ask that items are collected within 4 weeks to help us manage storage space.
More Than Just Pottery
At Fired 4 U, it’s not just about painting a mug or shaping clay. It’s about:
• Slowing down
• Connecting as a family
• Building confidence
• Laughing together
• Creating something meaningful
Many of our visitors tell us how relaxing and therapeutic the experience feels. Children beam with pride when they collect their finished piece. Adults rediscover creativity they thought they’d lost.
It’s creative time that truly matters.
Perfect For:
• Rainy day activities
• Half term days out
• Grandparent visits
• Birthday treats
• Creative weekends
• Mindful downtime
If you’re looking for a hands-on, welcoming and memorable day out in Preston, Fired 4 U is ready to inspire you.
Come in, choose your pottery, pick up a brush, and let’s create something beautiful together.
Pottery painting activity and crafts
What can we paint?
You choose the pottery item to paint; choosing from mugs, bowls and plates to Dragon and Princess ornaments etc to money boxes of all shapes to wine coolers or wine glasses.
We explain how you use the pottery paints and how to use the many different decorating tools. You can transfer designs by tracing on to the pottery so you can just paint in the design like colouring in a picture if you wish to. We can show you how to do this.
You have the use of your table for up to 2 hours per session
Once you have completed your painting you leave the pottery with us to be dried, glazed and Fired 4 U. It will be ready to collect the same day the following week.
What else can we do?
You can choose to try out the low fire copper enamelling jewellery and take these pieces home with you on the day - ideal for age 8 and upwards
Foam clay art is fun too using the air dry coloured beads of clay which you apply to ornamental pieces of pottery. These creations can also be taken home with you.
Clay hand building workshops
You can Paint, Create and Relax
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Changing Rooms
Onsite Parking
Baby Changing
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, Closed
- Tuesday, Closed
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:30
- Thursday, 10:00 - 17:30
- Friday, 10:00 - 17:30
- Saturday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Sunday, Closed
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £17.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £22.00
Studio Fee: £5.00 per painter for the paints & glazing and firing of the pottery after your visit. Plus the price of the pottery you paint ranging from £10 to £35 for larger items
Clay workshops are from £40 per person
Potters wheel lessons are from £48 per person
Clay imprints are from £40 for pet paw prints and from £50 for childrens imprints
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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Contact Details
15 to 17 Hennel Lane, Walton le Dale
Preston
Lancashire
PR5 4LA
England
Tel: 01772 203060
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
Bus stop out side the studio 112 and the 125 stops at the end of the street
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