Playscape Open – rammed earth building workshop
Playscape Open is the creation of a new interactive play structure in Stoke town.
Working outside on the Spode Works site to create individual ‘stepping stones’ that will be a key part of the installation
Opportunity to learn how to combine clay and aggregate to make a ‘mix,’ then fill circular frames to create the forms, compressing the materials by hand to achieve a strong and stable structure.
Also learn finishing techniques by helping to polish and wax some existing forms.
This workshop will take place outside and is suitable for participants 14 and over. Young people under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. (BCB)
BCB say Playscape Open is for:
- People looking for a free, hands-on clay activity
- People wanting to contribute to an exciting new interactive play installation at Spode Works
- People wanting to learn more about the patterns on Spode plates
- Anyone interested in clay, tile-making and relaxing through making
Workshop details:
Saturday 26 July 2025
10am-12pm or 1-3pm
BCB Studio, 118 & 124 Church Street, ST4 1BU
For more details and to book a free place please visit the BCB website HERE
Playscape is a BCB project bringing together artists, architects, builders and community members in the creation of an outdoors play installation. The team are using a technique called rammed earth to create stepping stones, platforms and mounds. They are also incorporating handmade ceramic tiles, decorated in blue and white to reflect the heritage of Spode.
BCB were awarded some funding for this project from the Stoke High Street Accelerator pilot which is funded by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG).
£237k was awarded to Stoke Town through Stoke-on-Trent City Council to be spent in the financial year 2024/25.
