Whitehaven and Workington MP Josh MacAlister put his pottery making skills to the test on a visit to West House Pottery in Workington.
The Pottery is a not for profit social enterprise run by West House, Cumbria’s leading care and support provider for children, young people and adults with learning difficulties. Josh visited West House Pottery on the eve of ground being broken for the construction of the new Hall Garden facility, due to be completed later in 2025.
Josh had the chance to meet staff and service users and see some of the fantastic pottery made there, which is available to buy online. He also got the chance to try out his pottery making skills.
Josh also visited Cafe West in Whitehaven for lunch. Cafe West is another West House social enterprise which provides invaluable work experience and training opportunities for young people and adults with learning disabilities.
Josh said:
“West House does such important work with young people and adults in West Cumbria and it is always a pleasure to visit one of their enterprises to meet the brilliant staff and service users and see firsthand the great work they’re doing.
“Unfortunately, I think if politics doesn’t work out for me I don’t have a budding career ahead as a potter – I’ll leave that to the experts at The Pottery!
“I encourage all residents to support their work by giving them your custom. Pop in to Cafe West in Workington or Whitehaven for lunch and go buy some pottery!”
Jodie Grainger, Developing Manager at West House, said:
“Thank you to Josh MacAlister for visiting us at West House Pottery! It was a pleasure having him explore our creative space and enjoy a bit of pottery. We appreciate his support and hope he found some inspiration during his time with us. He’s always welcome back!”
Josh MacAlister MP 