The Pottery People Reviews 46

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I teach 1 on 1 pottery lessons in my garden studio, and i bought the pottery people's own home studio wheel for my students. Its been perfect for what i need so far, and Lara was really helpful orga... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Pottery People offer a great service. I recently bought a wheel and not only is it lovely to use, it arrived within a couple of days with free delivery and was easy to put together. The team are... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic support from the Pottery People. The whole experience of buying a first kiln can be daunting but Billy and team explained things clearly and filled us with confidence and were generous wit... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered some powdered clear glaze, it arrived quickly and although I've only test-dipped one piece, it's come out very smooth and clean! I had a small issue with postage but Billy was extremely help... See more

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Helping people build and maintain their dream ceramics studio.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I teach 1 on 1 pottery lessons in my…

I teach 1 on 1 pottery lessons in my garden studio, and i bought the pottery people's own home studio wheel for my students. Its been perfect for what i need so far, and Lara was really helpful organising delivery for me on the day that suit me.

Thanks guys!

11 May 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dishonest website

I ordered a Shimpo Stool that they contact me for delivery in 1-2 days. I didn’t hear a thing for one week. When I contacted them, they said they will look into it and came back telling me they didn’t have the product but they have it now if I want it.
I went ahead and confirmed I still want it and again they went silent until I sent them an email about how dishonest they have been and asked for a refund which they did give immediately.

22 April 2026
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Reply from The Pottery People

Hi Kian,

Sorry again about this experience. The delay and slow communication weren’t good enough from us on this occasion.

This came down to a stock issue on our side, and we didn’t update you quickly enough when we realised. That’s on us.

I’m glad we were able to refund you immediately, but we should have handled this far better from the start.

— Billy

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great service

The Pottery People offer a great service. I recently bought a wheel and not only is it lovely to use, it arrived within a couple of days with free delivery and was easy to put together. The team are really helpful in answering questions and offering suggestions, and their website has loads of great resources. Happy to recommend this company to other potters!

20 April 2026
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Reply from The Pottery People

Hi Laura,

Thanks again for shopping with us. Keep us updated with your progress!

Billy

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super customer and professional service…

Super customer and professional service all round, can't recommend highly enough. Billy advised me of the best kiln to suit my needs and happy to answer any questions or queries. Excellent communication on delivery, kiln fantastic. Very rare to find such good service nowadays - thank you Pottery People

23 March 2026
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Reply from The Pottery People

Hi Tania,

Thanks for this review! As a small business it means a lot :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

the pottery people wheel

I bought the pottery people wheel, I was really pleasanly suprised at how high quality the build feels. The delivery was quick and Sam called me after a week to make sure everything was going well with it.

I defo would reccomend :) thanks guys

13 March 2026
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Reply from The Pottery People

Thank you for your kind words - we are really happy that everything is going well with the wheel! Don't forget to keep us posted with how you're getting on!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely company

Bought a Shimpo wheel which was an excellent price. The guys have been so helpful and patient with my email queries (thanks Lara). So happy with my purchase. One happy potter ❤️

6 March 2026
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Thanks Kathryn :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Loving my home studio wheel

Loving my home studio wheel! The wheel arrived the day after ordering which is lucky as I was so excited to finally own my own wheel I'd have been climbing the walls 😅

Thank you billy and lara for all your help, and for checking up with me after it arrived - will be back for clay and glazes!

5 March 2026
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Glad we could get this to you quickly, may you have many happy throwing sessions ahead :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had my first kiln delivered from The…

Had my first kiln delivered from The Pottery People and Billy has been great at helping how to set it up and use it, with 2 successful firings so far. Really friendly and helpful.

26 February 2026
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Glad we could help :) Thanks for the review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic support from the Pottery…

Fantastic support from the Pottery People. The whole experience of buying a first kiln can be daunting but Billy and team explained things clearly and filled us with confidence and were generous with their time through the whole process. Can’t wait to get firing now!
Can’t recommend them highly enough.

28 January 2026
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:) Thanks Darryl, it was a pleasure

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely glaze and super friendly staff :-)

I ordered some powdered clear glaze, it arrived quickly and although I've only test-dipped one piece, it's come out very smooth and clean! I had a small issue with postage but Billy was extremely helpful, I will definitely be back for some more glazes, thankyou!

26 January 2026
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:) Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good customer service

Very good customer service after an initial problem with my order. Good products. Would definitely order again.

12 December 2025
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Reply from The Pottery People

Thanks for the kind words, glad we could get his sorted for you quickly - sorry again about the mixup!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My first kiln

I cannot fault the service from The Pottery People. Fast, friendly and efficient. I will be back - what more can I say

18 December 2025
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Glad we could help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought my first kiln from the pottery…

Bought my first kiln from the pottery people. I was a bit nervous setting it up, but Billy agreed to give me a call when it arrived to talk me through setting it up and programming the controller. Still need to get my head around it a bit but the help was so useful, really felt valued as a customer.

4 December 2025
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Thank you so much for leaving this review Sarah.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company!

Great company! Highly recommend! Order arrived swiftly . Will definitely use again. Excellent Quality. 5*

2 December 2025
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:)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered the Ikon 61 GXR

Ordered the Ikon 61 GXR. It took 6 weeks to arrive, which was what was quoted at the time of order. I went for the delivery service as I am fairly local to Bristol.

Was really happy with the service from Billy and Sam. It was a bit of a struggle getting it down my steps in the garden and down to the shed but we managed it in the end! They talked me through how to use the controller and made sure I was happy with everything before they left and they took the packaging and pallet away with them.
Would shop here again and recommend the delivery service if you are in the South West.

26 November 2025
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Thank you so much for your kind words - it was great to meet you. Dont forget to keep us posted with how you get on!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and friendly service at competitive prices

I shopped around a lot for my kiln as it is such a major purchase. The Pottery People had the most competitive prices but also had great customer service. They answered all my questions, organised delivery to suit me, and have continued to provide an excellent after sales service.

27 August 2025
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Reply from The Pottery People

Thanks a lot for the review Heather :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought a 'beginners bundle' in…

I bought a 'beginners bundle' in November 2024. From beginning to end it was easy to choose, order and receive delivery of all elements. Since then I had a problem with my kiln and Billy arranged Kilncare to contact me ASAP. It was all sorted in no time. I'm very pleased with the items and service I had, and keep having, from The Pottery People.
Catherine Bourne

29 September 2025
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Reply from The Pottery People

Glad we could get everything sorted for you quickly! Don't forget to let us know how you're getting on!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The whole process has been very…

The whole process has been very straightforward and they have been in touch regularly with information about the kiln
It was delivered today by billy and Sam
They couldn't have been more helpful and went above and beyond to make the kiln find its home in the garden in the shed
Thouroughly polite and friendly
Thank you pottery people for my new kiln and of course my husband who payed for it

13 September 2025
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Reply from The Pottery People

Thanks so much for the review Liz. Was a pleasure! Let us know if you need anything at all

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best price and free shipping on my…

Best price and free shipping on my wheel. Excellent communication. Really pleased with the service from Pottery People.

9 September 2025
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Reply from The Pottery People

Thanks for this review. We hope you enjoy the wheel (you definitely will!)

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