Hartley & Noble Reviews 28

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really great service. My russian doll batt system arrived really quickly and I'm thrilled with it. It fits perfectly - I don't have pins on my wheel. I no longer have to wire off the bottoms of pots,... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Hartley and Noble over the wheel Batt system has served me excellently for five years. Nothing warped or distorted at all, and having it enabled me to increase my production enormously. Its a super... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've just experienced some amazing customer service to solve an issue I didn't know I had :). This business not only has wonderful products, they care about their customers, something so rare these da... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently bought the Russian doll batt system from Hartley and Noble. I'm lucky enough to live quite close, so went to the workshop to collect, and they were absolutely lovely people! The batt system... See more

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  1. Art supply shop

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Hartley & Noble is a family run UK-based company that designs, manufactures and ships pottery making equipment all over the world. We are committed to providing outstanding customer service while producing high-quality products using modern equipment, materials, techniques and design elements. With our skilled and passionate team we work closely with customers to create products that 'Make their pottery life easier' and where necessary we make bespoke items for their specific needs. Our website has the full range of products we offer such as the world famous Over-the-Wheel Russian Doll Batt System. We also make Pottery Tools, Slump Moulds / Drape Forms, Throwing Batts and Tile Batt Systems. Stuart & Nicky are always available to help should you need any advice when you visit our website. Just reach out via the website chat system, email or call the workshop and we will happily advise which is the best product for your application. If we don't make it then Stuart may even create a new product as this is what he loves most !! We value every single one of our customers and we love to hear how your buying experience has been from the first contact with us, right the way through to the courier delivering your order. So please let us know how we did so we can celebrate a success, or learn from anything that we could have done better.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really great service and product

Really great service. My russian doll batt system arrived really quickly and I'm thrilled with it. It fits perfectly - I don't have pins on my wheel. I no longer have to wire off the bottoms of pots, they just lift off with perfectly smooth bottoms when they're leather hard. It's exactly what I was looking for.

1 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered a bespoke pottery form

I ordered a bespoke pottery form, delivery was prompt and the product first class. I already had overwheel throwing batts manufactured by Hartley and Noble so I was aware of the qualty of their products. If you're looking for pottery forms try this company, excellent service and first class products.

7 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New rounded forms 30mm deep 😁

I have just received my beautiful round straight edge 30 mm deep forms from H&N 😁
They only do these forms as a set for the wheel but as I do not have a wheel (I hand build) I asked them if they could do the forms without the wheel attachments and the did!!!

Thank you so much H&N wonderful service as usual you have made my day 🤗 xxxx
Adelaida

3 November 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Over-the-Wheel Russian Doll Batt System (No Batt Pins)

I ordered the Over-the-Wheel Russian Doll Batt System (No Batt Pins) a few weeks ago. The presentation of the batts is great and almost seemed a shame to get them dirty! I've now used them a few times, and they make throwing so much quicker. I highly recommend the batts and the service received from Hartley and Noble.

9 July 2025
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Thanks for the lovely feedback! We're so pleased you're enjoying the batt system—and you're absolutely right, they do look almost too good to use at first! Im glad you got them muckym and delighted to hear they’re speeding things up at the wheel. Nicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have recently ordered a set of a…

I have recently ordered a set of a Hartley and Noble bat adapter and bats as I was struggling to get my pots off my wheel. I am an absolute beginner so anything to make my life easier!

The company were so helpful and even marked a couple of the bats to show where i should be putting my clay. They even included a little extra which was nice.

Unfortunately though I am unable to show any fabulous pictures as I appear to have lost the ability to centre my clay! I’m not sure if this is due to changing the height of my wheel and sitting position so I am hoping my husband can sort it this for me soon and another lesson with a teacher is on the cards. In the meantime though I can say that the bats worked exceptionally well for the 3 wonky pots I’ve created so far!

Thank you Hartley & Noble!

14 July 2025
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Donna - I'm so pleased you were happy with the batts. The life of a potter never runs smooth... I'm sure your muscle memory will kick in soon and you'll be throwing like a pro. Getting the perfect throwing position is so important. Once you've made a few adjustments it will all be much more comfortable. Be proud of those wonky pots!

Take care, Nicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company, amazing products

I recently bought the Russian doll batt system from Hartley and Noble. I'm lucky enough to live quite close, so went to the workshop to collect, and they were absolutely lovely people! The batt system is a total game changer - no more wiring off and getting wobbly bottoms! Just ordered more inserts, and they came beautifully packaged. Thanks H&N!

18 June 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 years service from a wooden tool is excellent value for money

My Hartley and Noble over the wheel Batt system has served me excellently for five years. Nothing warped or distorted at all, and having it enabled me to increase my production enormously. Its a superb design and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to upsize their output. Without a doubt an invaluable addition to any potters tools.

9 May 2025
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

HI Jamie, We're so pleased to hear it's still going strong. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. It means the world to our small business.
Kind regards,
Nicky Hartley

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product very well packaged

Great product very well packaged. Good email liaison throughout.
Thank you

9 April 2025
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Thank you for the lovely review Frank - hope you enjoy your Batt Adaptor. Take care, Nicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Worth every penny. Love it!

I ordered the Mini Over-the-Wheel Russian Doll Bat System and I love it! Beeing a new potter, getting my creation of the wheel (whatever it turned out to be) always felt like a hustle. But no more!
Living in Sweden, and the fact that my wheel is not standardsize, meant that it took about three weeks before it arrived, but it was well worth all the wait and every penny! I was a bit worried about the fit, but it fits like a glove and is so easy to use. My jumbosized mugs still turn out as espressocups, sugarbowles and even ashtrays, but at least they are not warped and full of fingerprints anymore. So nice!

11 March 2025
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Theresia - thank you so much for your review. As a novice potter myself I can completely understand your pain when it comes to accidentally squashing pots! Im so glad that the batt system has now banished this problem for you. Happy potting! Kind regards, Nicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super fast delivery

Super fast delivery even over Christmas! Really looking forwards to using the plate formers - I have no doubt they will be a good as the tile batts I have been using for a few years now which are still as good as new!

27 December 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best bats I ever used

Best bats I ever used. I order them from Germany because we have nothing like them here.

I love that they are durable, don't warp and that plates come off even without wiring off.

Also, the customer service is super friendly and always quick to answer.

Thank you!

9 December 2024
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Jana - thank you for leaving us such an amazing review! I'm really pleased you're happy with the batts. I'm sure they'll last you for years. Take care, Nicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Product

Thank you so much for the community batt system. Much fought over in the studio!! I will definitely be ordering more.
Thank you also for the additional sticky matts. 🤩🤩🤩

7 December 2024
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Your welcome Lindy - you can never have enough to go around! Glad they're enjoying them.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick delivery


Quick delivery, excellent quality.
I bought a over the wheel bat system and I love it.

9 November 2024
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi Christa - That's fantastic to hear. Thanks so much for your feedback. Take care, Nicky

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Hartley & Noble

Thanks to Hartley & Noble, for their pro material, neat package and fast delivery! Thank you for your kindness, availability and professionalism for any questions about your products, you are really at the top! I highly recommend! Look forward to the next order! ☺️

10 September 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service and support from a small business that cares

I ordered a batt adapter for my potters wheel; having measured the diameter of the wheel head as being 20cm . When the adapter arrived I found that it wouldn’t fit ; I remeasured it and discovered that it was in fact 20.32cm /8 inches …i called customer service support who immediately set up a teams meeting online with Stuart the owner… he was extremely helpful and offered to try and adapt the adapter for me. I posted it off and within a week received a brand new adapter ( it had proved too difficult to adapt the original..) I have not been charged for the replacement adapter or the return postage … Who could ask for better customer service than this? I am indebted to Stuart and his small business for helping me in this matter and for his generous support. I would like to highly recommend this company for the services they provide. Thank you

24 June 2024
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

Hi there - I'm so glad we were able to help you. I hope you're enjoying using your Batt Adaptor. Happy throwing! Kind regards, Nicky & the team at Hartley and Noble :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class customer service

I've just experienced some amazing customer service to solve an issue I didn't know I had :). This business not only has wonderful products, they care about their customers, something so rare these days. Thanks for looking after me H&N.

15 June 2024
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Reply from Hartley & Noble

This review made my day! I'm glad we helped resolve the issue you didn't even know you had.. life is full of surprises :) Thanks so much for the really lovely feedback.

Kind regards
Nicky Hartley

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