Meet Nicole Flack: Shaking Up Norwich’s Ceramics Scene, One Mug at a Time

Nicole Flack, creator of the brand-new Norwich Ceramics Market, is on a mission: to bring cool, handmade pottery out of the stuffy gallery and into the hands of everyone in Norfolk. Originally born in London, Nicole moved to Attleborough with her family as a child – and her roots here run deep, along with her passion for making ceramics accessible, fun, and full of personality.

In the indie ceramics scene, Nicole is already well-known as the founder of the hugely popular Norwich Makers Market, a celebration of indie makers and small businesses that’s earned a loyal following. But Nicole isn’t just a champion of other creatives – she’s a ceramic artist herself, crafting quirky, dinosaur-inspired clay pieces under the name Cretaceous Creations (find her on Instagram at @cretaceous_creations_). Her signature Pliosaur mugs have even become a cult collectors’ item among pottery fans.

“I wanted to shake off the idea that ceramics are delicate or intimidating,” Nicole says. “Pottery should be playful, punk, and part of everyday life – and Norwich is the perfect place to share that with people.”

If you’ve noticed more people hunting for handmade mugs and dinosaur pots lately, you’re not alone. The surge in popularity has a lot to do with the hit TV show The Great Pottery Throw Down, which turned the humble pottery wheel into must-watch TV – and inspired thousands to get their hands muddy too. Meanwhile, shoppers are turning away from mass-produced homeware in favour of small-batch, local, and handmade.

Nicole’s new project is all about championing this movement. Through the Homegrown Pottery Society – her tongue-in-cheek name for the community of makers she’s gathered – she’s shining a light on the side of pottery you won’t find in big stores: indie, imaginative, and proudly local. Expect mugs, bowls, plates and pots alongside dinosaurs, mythical beasts, and playful clay creations you’ll want to take home.

“I love that East Anglia already has such a thriving indie ceramics community,” Nicole says. “There’s so much talent here, but not always enough spaces for makers to reach new people. This market is about giving them that chance – and helping more people find something unique to treasure.”

The very first Norwich Ceramics Market takes place at The Forum on Sunday 7th December, with over 50 local potters ready to help you find your next favourite mug – or maybe your first cute clay dinosaur. Whether you’re a collector, a curious shopper, or just after something that makes your morning brew more joyful, Nicole promises this is the place to find that amazing one off piece.

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Date and Time:
Sunday December 07, 2025
( 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM)

Venue Details: The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, England, NR2 1TF, United Kingdom

Category: Community | Fairs | Craft Fairs