About this Event
The image above shows Doulton's ex-clay pit at Sandwells, Birmingham. This site was investigated by Clayground Collective as part of an Arts Council funded creative project, Clay Cargo (2013-2015), with Ikon Youth Programme, Canal & River Trust and British Ceramics Biennial. Photo Credit: Caroline Gervay
This walk explores the significant role in the development of London played by ceramic industrialist, Henry Doulton, and the growth of the Lambeth potteries. The site of Doulton's works in Lambeth is on the south bank of the Thames, opposite Westminster beach.
Clayground Collective regularly hosts River foreshore walks with leading Thames archaeologist, Mike Webber, to explore the history of ceramics and of London through participants' own discovery of ceramic sherds on the beach.
If you are interested in the history of craft, of London, of Lambeth or Westminster, or have found ceramic fragments of Doulton's distinctive salt-glazed sewer pipes, you will have much to learn from this walk. There is inspiration here too for practising artists and potters.
The walk starts at 11 and ends at 1.30 near to Westminster/Tate Britain.
The fee for this walk is £25.00 per adult. There are 2 discounted child places per walk at £15.00 for ages 8-17. Please note minimum age is 8. These discounted places are limited to 2 as we need to cover the costs of licences and insurance. Please use the promo code CHILD if you wish to book a discounted place.
NB Please be aware the foreshore can be dangerous. It is not suitable for anyone who experiences difficulty using steps or walking on uneven ground.
Dogs are not allowed on these walks.
Clayground is licensed for group walks by the Port of London Authority.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Pimlico Underground station, Lupus Street, London, United Kingdom
GBP 25.00