RAKU KILNS FOR SALE
Made from repurposed oil drums, double fibre lined and powered by the Stedmark S3 Burner. See full description below.

Tim Huckstepp
Professional Potter since 1977 has been making and firing Raku since 1985. The Drum Raku Kiln is tried and tested and offers an affordable portable option to other raku kiln makers.

RAKU KILN £650
Includes Stedmark S3 Burner, 10ft Braided Hose, Regulator, 14" Fibreboard Shelf, Supporting Bricks, Gauntlets, Damper Pad, Guidance Notes and after sale support. IN STOCK - QUICK DELIVERY- Last date for sending is 17th December. All carriers get very busy at this time of year.
Please read our spec below:

RAKU KILN
Made from an upcycled oil drum, this Raku kiln is double-lined with 2″ (50mm) of the safe `S` type ceramic fibre (2 x 25mm). It is ready to use and includes the superb Stedmark S3 propane gas burner. This top-of-the-range burner has a flame failure device, gas on tap, and control valve. It has 3m (10ft) of safe braided hose, regulator, and pressure gauge.
A fibreboard 14.5″ x 1″ kiln shelf, far more durable than conventional shelves, supporting fire bricks, gauntlets, damper pad and flame deflector. The lid fibre is secured with ceramic buttons and special wire. There is a side hole for a 10mm thermocouple. Pyrometer & Thermocouple now an optional extra. £140 see picture and details below.
Guidance notes are provided, plus my own Raku glaze recipes which are tried and tested. The lid and main chamber have carry handles to make moving the kiln very easy. It is not heavy, weighing a total of 21kg, you can use this kiln on your own; the lid weighs 4.5kg, making it easy to lift off at the right moment. I have been a professional potter for 48 years and have fired Raku for over 36 years. I run very popular Raku Days at my home studio.
This design of kiln is well proven and provides an affordable, portable option to that of other Raku kiln providers, better than dustbin types with a much safer burner option. I offer full support if you have a problem or are unsure what to do, phone or email for assistance. I am happy to help. Details given on purchase.
Size external: 60cm high x 60cm wide. Approx. total weight 21kg. Internal: from hearth to top 52cm high x 46cm wide, this = 94 litres or 3.3 cu.ft. 30% bigger than a dustbin-type kiln. From shelf to top 40cm high x 46cm wide, giving a pot placing area of approx. 2.5 cu.ft. (71 litres).

Double fibre lined with safe non carcinogenic fibre.
Double fibre lined that`s 2 x 25mm of Fibre= 50mm.
HOW TO ORDER:
AVAILABILITY: IN STOCK ! QUICK DELIVERY, WHY WAIT ! LAST DATE FOR SENDING IS 17th DECEMBER.
Email your order direct to me on pottytim@aol.com. Do not use the contact form at the bottom as it does not always work: Provide full name and address, plus mobile number, & if you would like a pair of Tongs, Pyrometer & Thermocouple. (details below.)
To: pottytim@aol.com. This makes sure I have everything spelt correctly. I will confirm back to you, I will then invoice you prior to dispatch payment can be your choice of either bank transfer (preferred) or card. My carrier DPD will give you a delivery day and a one-hour time slot.
Please note I do not accept returns on kilns. Kilns are only shipped once full payment has been received. Hand-forged long tongs also available at £60 a pair. In stock. Lifetime guarantee, Tong orders immediate dispatch. Email your details.
See Raku Tongs below for details. Carriage for tongs £8.50 a pair. Contact me for purchasing: Please email your order to pottytim@aol.com with your name, address, and mobile number. I will then send you an invoice.
Tim Huckstepp: 07449 110044 Email: pottytim@aol.com
Bank transfer (preferred), Cards, or cash on collection.
I send my kilns with a recognised carrier for £45. This is for UK Mainland delivery only. If you want to have a kiln shipped abroad, you will have to arrange your own shipping.

Raku Tongs £60
Made by my local blacksmith
Long Tongs hand forged by my local blacksmith 98cm long in 10mm steel, with an 8mm forged pivot hinge. Jaws open to around 25cm. These tongs have that `feel` you need when pulling hot pots from the kiln. The jaws have `V` shaped ends to minimise marking the glaze. There are cheaper tongs around, and tend to have a 4mm pop rivet for a hinge and in my experience will not last vey long.

Lifetime Guarantee on Tongs
Available immediately from stock at £60 per pair plus £8.50 p&p. Email me your name and address and I will then send you an invoice. You can pay Bank Transfer, or Card.
Email your order to pottytim@aol.com
RAKU DAY DATES:
SPRING DATES
ANNOUNCED EARLY 2026

PYROMETER & THERMOCOUPLE Optional Extra:
£140 Dual channel pyrometer 125mm ceramic sheathed `K` type thermocouple, 2m lead, batteries inc.

HOW TO FIND US
Coming Eastbound. Exit M20 at J10A (new junction) Take A20 signed Sellindge. Drive 6 miles and come right through the village, straight road. Under three bridges with traffic lights, Come up the hill and we are 5oo yards up on the right. Look for POTTERY sign. Park on our front space. Postcode for Sat Navs: TN25 6JP
Coming Westbound. Exit M20 J11. Left at top of slip and follow signs for A20 Sellindge. Come into the village. 40mph signs and we are 200 yards on Left. Look for POTTERY sign park on our front space. For Sat Navs: TN25 6JP
email: pottytim@aol.com

RAKU DAYS TERMS
Raku Days run from 10 til 4 ish. Cost per day is £80 pay on the day. I try to remind students 2 weeks prior to the day of the booking. If you fail to turn up you still have to pay. You agree to this if you book. All glazes supplied. Bring a Pic Nic lunch and we provide hot drinks all day. Up to 6 pots per student, bisque fired in an appropriate clay. Maximum size of 5" wide 12" tall. Nothing flat and wide please. And when making your pieces remember that I have to pick them up with tongs ! If you want anything special like `Obvara` Mix then you need to tell me as soon as possible. The Raku area is all under cover so we can fire in all weathers although we are still outside. If you are not sure of anything please ask. Happy Rakuing!
Contact us!
Address
Telephone: 07449110044
E-mail: pottytim@aol.com
Address: The Pottery, Barrow Hill, Sellindge, Ashford, Kent, TN25 6JP