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Godolphin: A Studio Pottery Story

Explore the story of the Cider House Pottery at Godolphin and see some of the collection up close.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Head into the King's Room and discover more about the story of the Cider House Pottery, which operated at the site between 1975 and 1979.

The Cider House Pottery was the brainchild of Peter Schofield, son of Godolphin’s owners Mary & Sydney, and was run by Peter and his friend Mike Dodd.

Have a look at some of the pots held as part of the Godolphin collection and discover more about the story of the Cider House Pottery from an oral interview with Mike Dodd.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Head to the Welcome Hut for entry into Godolphin, . The display is hosted in the King's Room. The Welcome team will issue maps and direct on arrival.

Accessibility

The King's Room is accessed via two sets of steps, which are unmarked, with no handrails. Accessibility dogs welcome. The property also has an easy-read guide, large-print guide and a visual story. There are uneven floor levels and uneven terrain on the approach to the building. Please refer to our access guide on the homepage for more information.

Upcoming events

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A Productive Place 

Take a look in the Cider House and discover what made Godolphin a productive place. Find out more about the rich wildlife that Godolphin supports.

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15 Jul to 27 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 12 other dates or times
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Godolphin Woods Walking Mining Tours 

Enjoy a short walk through a mining landscape, with one of our volunteer guides, who will highlight the features of mining that remain and tell you more about the historic relationship between Godolphin and mining.

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on
15 Jul to 27 Sep 2025
at
13:30 to 14:15
+ 30 other dates or times
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Guided wider estate walks at Godolphin 

Join one of our volunteer walk leaders for a guided walk in nature, exploring the wider Godolphin estate.

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on
21 Jul to 29 Sep 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 10 other dates or times
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Summer of Play at Godolphin 

Are you ready for a summer of play? Join us at Godolphin for a summer chock-full of fun activities for all the family to enjoy.

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26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 36 other dates or times