Made to use. Made to last. Made for you.
Welcome to Canterbury Pottery, a family-run business nestled in the heart of the historic city of Canterbury, in the shadow of the city's magnificent cathedral. For over six decades, Richard & Jan Chapman, a husband and wife team, have been creating practical, dynamic and versatile pottery that is designed to be used and enjoyed every day. Our pottery is handmade in our studio, located at the back of our quirky shop, where you can often find us crafting a wide variety of 'weird and wonderful' pots.
Our Pottery
At Canterbury Pottery, we specialise in high-fired stoneware that is both practical and beautiful. Our pots are suitable for use in the oven, microwave and dishwasher, making them the perfect addition to any contemporary kitchen. Each item we create is unique, with pots that are continually evolving and changing. If you need help choosing a glaze, please use our 'Enquiry' form, as all of the items featured on our website can be ordered through our online store or via email.
Understanding Our Glazes
Colour can be transformative in a room, and at Canterbury Pottery, we take great care in creating sumptuous glazes that interweave and merge to create stunning effects. We have spent forty years perfecting our glazes, and we are proud of the unique and dynamic range of colours we have created. If you would like to learn more about our glazes, please read our 'Understanding our glazes' page, which is available on each product page and at the bottom of our Home page under Information.
Our History
Canterbury Pottery was founded in 1963 by Betty Chapman, Richard's mother, after she had graduated from the Royal College of Art. Over the years, our pottery has evolved to reflect changing fashions and lifestyles. We are proud of our heritage and the practical, dynamic and versatile pots we have produced over the past six decades.
Kind Words
We are grateful for the many kind words we have received from our loyal customers over the years. We are always delighted to hear from our customers and are happy to assist with any enquiries you may have.
Follow Us
To keep up-to-date with our latest creations and to see what we are currently working on, please follow us on Instagram. We regularly post photos of our pottery, and we love hearing from our followers.
Visiting Us
We are located at 38a Burgate, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2HW, Great Britain. Please contact us via email or by using our 'Enquiry' form, which is available on the left-hand side of our website. Our opening times are as follows:
Sunday: CLOSED
Monday: 9.30 - 5pm
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: 9.30 - 5pm
Thursday: 9.30 - 5pm
Friday: 9.30 - 5pm
Saturday: 9.30 - 5.30pm
Information
For more information about our pottery, glazes, exhibitions, fairs, delivery, privacy policy, terms and conditions and extras, please see the relevant pages on our website.
Thank You
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Canterbury Pottery. We hope you enjoy exploring our website and look forward to hearing from you soon.
The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with several customers praising the quality of the pottery, the friendly staff, and the excellent customer service. Many have appreciated the unique and beautiful pieces available, including custom-made items. However, there are a few negative comments regarding rude staff behavior in the shop and issues with online orders.
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