If you are interested in joining as a member please email hello@openartspace.org and we will add you to our waiting list.
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​What's included in membership?
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We provide the equipment and support for our members to experiment and shape their own learning journey, and anyone can join as a member.
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Membership includes the use of all tools and equipment, including: large benches, a slab roller, Shimpo wheels and a wide range of tools for building and the wheel.
Materials are available to use during sessions and are charged after firing; we have two colours of Potclays 'special' stoneware clay and a large range of glazes. Materials and firing is charged at £1.10 per 100grams, the price includes the bisque and glost firing (you can see our range of clay and glazes on our instagram feed).​​
​Membership options
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Flexible membership
Monthly fee of £11 - £32 dependent on income **
£4 per hour
Access during staffed hours only
Storage for work in progress
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Regular membership
Monthly fee of £59 - £80 dependent on income **
16 hours per month included, £4 per hour after
24/7 access, a box for personal items
Anyone is welcome to join as a regular member, but we ask that you attend 40 staffed hours before gaining 24/7 access
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Unlimited membership
Monthly fee of £80 - £102 per month dependent on income **
24/7 unlimited access (limited to 16hrs per month during peak hours)
A box for personal items
Anyone is welcome to join as an unlimited member, but we ask that you attend 40 staffed hours before gaining 24/7 access
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We cannot support the production of large-scale artwork or large quantities of work.
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Staffed Open Hours (from April)
Monday 3.30- 8.30pm
Tuesday 10am- 2.30pm
Wednesday 5.30- 8.30pm
Friday 1- 6pm
Saturday 10am- 3pm
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** Income bands
Monthly membership fees are based on income, either individual income if you live on your own, or household income if you live with a partner or dependent(s).
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Low Income: personal under £15,000, household under £22,500
Basic Income: personal £15,000 - 27,000, household £22,500 - £40,500
Intermediate Income: personal £27,000 - 39,000, household £40,500 - £58,500
Higher Income: personal £39,000 - 51,000, household £58,500 - £76,500
Top Income: personal over £51,000, household over £76,500​​
