Botanical Screen Printing on Clay with Donna Bloye

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Step into the tranquil beauty of the Walled Garden for a truly creative and relaxing day of Botanical Screen Printing on Clay with acclaimed ceramic artist Donna Bloye, winner of The Great Pottery Throwdown.

Inspired by the colours and textures of spring flowers, you will create your very own uniquely decorated stoneware serving dish under Donna’s expert guidance.

During the workshop, Donna will guide you through preparing clay slabs, then decorating them using screen printing and hand-painting techniques, before transforming them into table ware for your home. 🖌️

After the workshop, Donna will carefully dry, bisque-fire, and glaze your dish to make it food-safe and dishwasher-safe. We’ll let you know as soon as it’s ready to collect from the Walled Garden, usually within 3–4 weeks.

Whether you’re a seasoned maker or trying clay for the first time, this workshop offers a full day of inspiration, creativity, and the simple joy of making something beautiful with your own hands.👐🏻

The workshop is on Sunday 24th May 2026 10.00 – 16.00

Tickets £120pp and include

Expert guidance from Donna Bloye
All tools and materials
Morning coffee with freshly baked scones
A delicious seasonal lunch
Afternoon tea with homemade cake
Your decorated stoneware serving dish after firing and glazing

Book early to secure your space

Finding us

Access the Craigdarragh Road from the A2 Belfast–Bangor carriageway. Follow the signs for Helen’s Bay.

Continue along Craigdarragh Road for approximately 0.8 miles, where you will see the Walled Garden on your left.

Proceed towards the 30mph speed limit. Take the left-hand turn at the sign and drive down the temporary driveway. This which will be clearly signposted.

Follow the lane straight ahead to reach the car park located directly outside the Walled Garden.

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