My Story

Welcome to Howe Farm Pottery

I’m Martin and my pottery is hand made on our smallholding located in the beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside just a few miles outside of Oxford.

I enjoy making functional pottery that helps make everyday tasks feel a little more special.

My pottery journey began at a young age,

which I was reminded of when my parents recently returned to me a pot I made at the tender age of 9 or 10. I distinctively remember how much I enjoyed making it.

Now in my 40’s I was curious to see if the spark was still inside me. I enrolled on a pottery course and quickly learned how inspired I felt by an activity that combined both my practical and creative skills.

I started practicing on a regular basis

and making pottery in the livestock trailer that was used for our cows. Needing a larger workspace and someplace suitable to work in the colder winter months, I converted one of our smaller barns to a studio. This is now where I throw, trim and glaze my pieces.

Encouraged by the interest taken by visitors to the farm in my pottery, I am keen to make my work available to a much larger audience using this website.

When you buy a piece of pottery made by me you can be assured that its unique and one of a kind.