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Visitors' book

Nov 2001: Tracey, Peter, Carolyn & Frances:
"... excellent for novices ... a legitimate reason for getting really mucky ... John manages to make even simple tasks 'creative' ... Pat is a wonderful cook ..."
(and we loved having them)

Feb 2002: Suzanne, Chris and his daughter Sarah:
"A terrific day. Thanks!"

Jun 2002: Melv, Sue, Jen, Chris and Phil:
"Excellent tuition, first-class food, great fun!"

Jan 2003: John and Val:
"Great tuition, enjoyed weekend."

Nov 2003: Emily:
"I was the only student but it wasn't daunting at all. I made more progress in two days on the wheel than in three months at night classes ... all punctuated by superb food."

Feb 2004: Liz and Paul:
"A lovely relaxing (?) week-end: fun, good food and very productive. We're science students and needed a break, it was this or Euro-Disney. No regrets."

May 2004: Janice:
"Good fun, learned loads..."
Anil:
"Thanks for accommodating a vegetarian..."
Richard:
"Fantastic. You managed to make a total beginner feel adequate and more enthusiastic..."
Caroline:
"It has given me a really tangible understanding of throwing and potting..."

Nov. 2004: Jeanette and Zoe:
"...a wonderful week-end..."

Feb.2005: Debbie:
"This weekend has exceeded all my expectations and I think I've found my new career! Thanks (Wow! Ed.)
Peter:
"A fantastic week-end and brilliant intro. to pottery. I'm beginning to collect and trade in ceramics. My website will soon be www.clariceware.com"

April 2005: Janet, Pauline, Jody and Cilla: "This has been an "away-day" weekend for us. Had lots of laughs and discovered how much work is involved in potting....lovely food. A truly creative experience."

Jan.2006: Rebecca: "Thank you for an interesting experience - didn't realise it could make you so tired! Good company & great food added to the weekend".

Feb.2006: Dominic & Hannah: "Fantastic weekend! Friendly & informative. Made to feel like one of the family. Something we have wanted to do for a long time and I doubt that we could have found a better tutor. Many Thanks".

Oct.2006: Conrad & Lyn: "Wonderful relaxation - wish I could give up the day job. Convivial and fun. Good food. Thank You".

Jan.2007: Ian & Rachel: "An absolutely wonderful weekend - thank you so much for sharing your amazing skill and knowledge with us".

Feb.2007: Kathy: What a hoot! I have learnt such a lot and go away inspired. Patient teaching, wonderful company and fantastic food. Thank you so much!".

Feb.2007: Frances: ..." and the handle pulling was an experience I'll never forget..."

Feb.2007: Jackie & Jean: "Thanks for a great w/e. & your patience and skill. We prefered the throwing pots to the plaques but we've learnt a lot. Looking forward to serving soup in our own bowls!".

Feb. 2008: Julie: "Fantastic weekend, great teacher & lovely food. We felt very welcome, nothing too much trouble. Looking forward to having a go at home, it has definitely inspired me. Thank you."

Oct. 2008; Wendy, Charlotte, Imelda & Lyn: "Thank you for such a wonderful weekend - very tired but a great sense of achievement. Superb food to boot!"