Meet the Cumbrian Makers: Fiona May
Indulge in a delightful afternoon tea inspired by the stunning Lake District landscape. Discover the artistry behind our handcrafted ceramic pieces, created by local ceramicist Fiona May from Shap.
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Swallows and Amazons Afternoon Tea: The Cumbrian Makers
18 July
Author: Langdale Chase
Our afternoon tea is inspired by the beautiful landscape that surrounds us. An inspiration for writers, poets and artists, which to this day inspires local crafts people. When setting out to create our fabulous afternoon tea, we wanted to showcase how the landscape continues to inspire. From local hand thrown potters to woodwork craftsmen, there’s more to our afternoon tea than you realise…
Fiona May Ceramics
Made by hand 20 miles away
After time away Fiona felt the pull of Cumbria and returned to her childhood home. Using a small kiln in her garage, where her pottery dries alongside kayaks and mountain bikes, she realises her admiration for the landscape through her hand thrown pieces. Her whimsical hand made technique showcased in our exclusive afternoon tea crockery. You’ll notice the nod to Swallows and Amazons in her brush strokes, along with the textures she manipulates out of the clay to signify the ripples in the water that shimmers right in front of you. Each piece unique, yours to cherish whilst your savour the flavours.
“I love how I’ve been able to capture how I feel about the lakes in my work.”
We caught up with Fiona in her garden studio, find out more about her here.
Croglin
Made by hand 24 miles away
To give your senses the feeling of being aboard a wooden boat off to battle we have worked with the craftsmen at Croglin to create a board subtle in detail to allow your imagination to plot a path. Crumbs become islands and jam sets the direction. Discovered in the Eden Valley, their fascination of wood aligns with our dedication to flavour.
Lauren Frost
Made by hand 23 miles away
Lauren Frost brings the layers of the Lakeland landscape to life in her pieces. If you take a moment to admire the beautiful view stretching ahead, you will notice that it is reflected in the fluid lines suggesting earth, water and sky in the ramekin dishes, adding the finishing touches to the table.
We caught up with Lauren, find out more about her here.
Miles Moore
Made by hand 32 miles away
Adding depth to the table is the craft of Martin Miles-Moore. Working with clay for over a decade, Martin is not only inspired by the lakes, but he also uses the Earth beneath us in his pieces. Discarded materials and minerals from Lakeland quarries are introduced to the clay, providing a unique finish and a clear connection to the landscape.
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