Creative Conversations: A Tour of Studio Ceramics

Join us for a guided tour of Creative Conversations, showcasing around 100 ceramic works by leading artists including Bernard Leach, Lucy Rie, Gordon Baldwin and Joanna Constantinidis. Alongside these pieces, you will discover letters, notes and paintings that reveal the personal relationships behind the Stradling Collection.

This tour offers a fascinating look at how connections between makers and collectors shaped the development of studio ceramics in Britain. It is a chance to explore both the objects and the stories behind them, and to gain a deeper understanding of how collections grow over time.

The collection is both eclectic and engaging, often sparking nostalgic reactions from visitors who exclaim, “Oooh – we had one of those!”

Accessibility
Our building unfortunately, has very limited wheelchair access, and the stairs between each floor are quite steep. Seating is always provided for those who need it—please mention your accessibility needs to the guide before the tour begins.