1 / 3Bendigo Pottery
๐ Epsom, VIC
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Australia's oldest working pottery, operating for over 160 years in Bendigo.
๐ Family Action Verdict
Best for school-age children curious about how things are made - watching a lump of clay become a pot on the wheel holds genuine attention for ages 6 and up. The workshop option adds hands-on engagement. Adults with an interest in Australian history or ceramics will find equal value in the antiques centre and gallery.
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Thilina Gamalath
9 months ago
โThis place is a bit out of the way from the city, around 5-8 km from the city centre. The museum section is currently closed due to renovation work following flood damage in 2024, which was a bit of a letdown. The antique section was really nice, with a lot of collectible items that I hadnโt seen in a while. The pricing was reasonable. There were also other shops selling glassware, pottery, and similar items.โ
Belinda K
4 years ago
โLots of history and local charm. Went on a cold & wet weekend, but it didn't spoil the experience. Easy self guided tour where you can see the original kilns and way the pottery worked, in days gone by and a lovely large undercover shop featuring an assortment of ceramic pieces made on premises. Great for self or as gifts. There is a cafe on site, ample parking, opportunities to do workshops if you have time and some other local artisan shops on site. Not far from central Bendigo. Do yourself a favour & make time to visit. Enjoy.โ
Renee Edwards
4 years ago
โLovely!! A great afternoon strolling around this historical place .so much to see . Cafes, shops , kids workshops, wine tasting, walking around soaking up the history admiring all the beautiful art from the local area and artists . The pottery so beautiful old style and a lovely new range so many beautiful coulours. Thanks for a lovely afternoon ๐โ
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Based on Google review tagsPottery
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Antiques
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Friendly staff
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History
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Kilns
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Overview
Operating since 1858, Bendigo Pottery is Australia's oldest working pottery. Visitors watch live wheel-throwing demonstrations, explore historic kilns and walk through 160 years of ceramic history. Hands-on decorating workshops are available for children. The site includes an Antiques and Collectables Centre, Village of Artisans, a retail gallery, and factory seconds area. School holiday programs add structured activities for kids.






