For over 100 years, the Leach Pottery has been part of the creative heart of St Ives. Founded in 1920 by Bernard Leach and Shoji Hamada, the pottery became the birthplace of British studio pottery and helped shape the way ceramics are made and understood across the world. But the Leach Pottery has always been... Continue Reading →
Perhaps you know the quote from Bernard Leach, “The pot is the man: his virtues and his vices are shown therein – no disguise is possible". He writes of how the maker is inherently in the pots they throw. When reflecting on the year past, the same is true. We’re a pottery that makes pots, but... Continue Reading →
It has been a busy year here at the Leach Pottery. We have seen more local people join us for workshops, a new pottery apprentice join our studio, the recruitment of seven additional roles and work beginning on our new Learning and Production Centre. Here are a few of our highlights from 2024: The Learning... Continue Reading →
Leach Pottery has teamed up with the owner of one of Cornwall's most beautiful homes to show off the magic of Leach Pottery's range against the backdrop of her stunning West Cornwall home in time for Christmas. Leach Standard Ware stock has just been added to the website; including all the classic favourites such as... Continue Reading →
Planning application to Cornwall Council marks the second stage of £8.9 million capital project to expand and modernise the Leach Pottery site The second phase of the £8.9 million transformation of the historic Leach Pottery in St Ives has been submitted to Cornwall Council for planning permission for major rebuilding and expansion works due to... Continue Reading →
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