Hen & Stag Parties
Play with clay & get messy with your pals!
Looking for a unique way to celebrate with friends? At The Mud House, we offer a fun and creative experience for your hen or stag do—whether at our studios or on-location.
Kick off your weekend in Brighton by getting hands-on with pottery while enjoying a social atmosphere with your mates.
Conveniently located right next to Preston Park station, it’s easy to head into Brighton city center afterward to continue the festivities. Plus, we’ve got a great list of local recommendations for dining and drinking to keep the celebrations going!
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All materials, expert tuition, firing, tools and aprons
Complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits (very important in our studio )
Private use of our ground floor space, plus access to our communal kitchen and courtyard
Complimentary group polaroid to take home on the day
Optional catering via our lovely neighbours Arkwright's Deli, or bring your own drinks and snacks
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Our classes and workshops cater to everyone, from complete beginners to those looking to refine their skills. Don’t worry if you’ve never worked with clay or feel like you lack creativity—our welcoming environment and expert guidance will help you unleash your artistic potential.
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To book your hen or stag do workshop, please fill out the form on this page or contact Ros (studio director) email: ros@themudhouse.co.uk
We’ll get in touch within 48 hours to confirm your chosen date and time.
After your booking is confirmed, we will send you an invoice along with a calendar invitation. We recommend booking at least 3 weeks in advance, but we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
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Full payment for the event is required at least one month in advance to ensure timely ordering of materials.
The total payment includes a 20% non-refundable deposit.
You may adjust the number of participants up to 5 working days before the event.
In the event of a cancellation, only 50% of the total fee will be refunded if cancellation occurs less than 5 days before the event.
Please note that no refunds will be issued for participants who do not attend on the day of the event.
If, for any reason, we are unable to facilitate the workshop, you will receive a full refund.
Fill the form below to enquire about you booking!
Hen & Stag Do Pricing
| Workshop | About | Group Size | Duration | In-studio: Off-Peak |
In-studio: Peak |
Pop-Up: at your venue |
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| Wheel Throwing | The classic hands-on pottery wheel experience. Fun, tactile, and full of surprises. | In studio: 6–10ppl (can do up to 15 total split into two floors) | 2hrs | £50pp(inc VAT) | £55pp(inc VAT) | Studio only |
| Clay & Sculpt | Pinch, coil and slab your own unique creation. Perfect for larger groups. | In-studio: Min 10–25ppl Pop-up: 10–skies the limit |
2hrs | £35pp(inc VAT) | £40pp(inc VAT) | £55pp(inc VAT) |
| Wheel & Wine | Throw on the wheel with a glass in hand — our classic class, with a playful twist. | In studio: 6–10ppl (can do 15 total split into two floors) | 2hrs | Peak only | £60pp(inc VAT) | Studio only |
| Paint Pots | Paint your own mug or bowl in a fully private studio session — just your group, no shared tables. | In-studio: Min 10–25ppl Pop-up: 12–skies the limit |
1.5hrs | £25pp(inc VAT) | £30pp(inc VAT) | £40pp(inc VAT) |
Off-peak times: Monday-Friday 9-5pm. All prices are per person and include VAT. Minimum group sizes apply — please get in touch for bespoke quotes on larger groups or multi-activity packages. Wheel-based workshops require studio equipment and are not available as pop-ups.
Estimated Travel Fees
Charged flat per booking, in addition to the Pop-Up per-person rate — covers travel time, fuel and loading/unloading.
| Distance Band | Estimate Travel Fees |
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| Brighton & Hove | Free of charge |
| Up to 25 miles (e.g. Eastbourne, Lewes, Worthing) | £50 |
| 25–50 miles (e.g. Chichester, Crawley, Tunbridge Wells) | £75 |
| 50+ miles | POA |
