The Great Pottery Throw Down 2026 concluded with an intense and emotional final that tested the skills and creativity of the last three contestants: Angharad, Elham, and Fynn. The thrilling finale aired on Channel 4 on Sunday night, March 8, showcasing some of the most challenging pottery tasks of the series.
The contestants faced a daunting main challenge—crafting intricate miniature model theatre stages. This task demanded a wide array of decorative skills and imaginative design. In addition, a surprise second challenge pushed their wheel-throwing abilities to the limit: creating pots using a complex sodium silicate technique that causes cracking in the clay, all within a tight 25-minute timeframe.
Judges Keith Brymer Jones and Rich Miller were left impressed by their efforts. Elham finished third, while Angharad secured the runner-up spot. However, it was Fynn, a 37-year-old autistic tattoo artist from Cornwall, who ultimately claimed the title. Judge Keith praised Fynn’s work, highlighting his “really lovely rim and good form.”
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Fynn expressed his astonishment and gratitude upon winning: “Honestly, I’m absolutely dumbstruck.” He credits his family for inspiring his passion for pottery. Growing up surrounded by creativity—painting with his grandmother and exploring textiles and printmaking with his mother—Fynn first tried pottery during a brief addition to his illustration degree. It wasn’t until two years ago that he began pursuing pottery seriously.
Following his win, Fynn is planning an artist’s trail in Cornwall to further embrace his artistic journey.
The final theatre stage pieces were laden with emotional resonance. Elham’s theatre, featuring changing scenes and a chandelier, had a base crack but moved judge Keith to tears. Fynn’s woodland-themed theatre was praised for its distinctive personal style, while Angharad’s playful creation, despite a significant crack, also evoked a heartfelt response from the judges.
With this victory, Fynn not only earns the title but also demonstrates the power of dedication and creativity on the clay wheel.