Friends of CUP has been created for those who wish to be part of our community outside of studio membership. Being a Friend of CUP gives ex-members and our wider community an exclusive connection to the studio through events, workshops and discounts as well as supporting our community work. 

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In 2022 our Community Interest Company...

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• Sustained a membership of 55  permanent users from a wide demographic of society has been built up and sustained through affordable access. 

• Supported 15 plus members to sell their work through our onsite gallery and online. 

• Held creative activities attended by over 500 people from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds

• Over 1000 visitors to our exhibitions and open activity days 

• Supported and trained 2 graduates giving a springboard to careers

• Provided placements for 7 time exchange staff 

• Ran 88 educational workshops for over 400 adults

• Held 12 workshops for 120 young makers 5-14

• Delivered free sessions for 90 students from Brookfield (social, emotional and mental health needs) School across the spring term. 

• Delivered the Schools Holidays and Activities programme for 60 young people 

• Delivered a series of 6 sessions for Orchard End residential care home

• Raised funds for Herefordshire City of Sanctuary supporting refugees this winter.  

 

 

Organised into three tiers, we aim to offer something for everyone:

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Tier one (Greenware) will provide access to socials, members events, and advance booking for guest makers and lecturers.

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Tier two (Bisqueware) will provide access to all of the above, plus a discount in the cafe, and a discount on courses and clay club.

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Tier three (Glazeware) will provide access to all of the above, plus supporting our community interest company's charitable projects widening our social impact.