Why build a clay oven?

Well, this is a good question - and one I've asked myself several times during its construction- but essentially its good fun, a good work out, and a great way to make your own homemade pizza with friends and family.

This question was at the forefront of my mind when on completing it, the first few firings and bakings were a disaster. However, now I have the temperatures the oven was designed for and tasted that fresh crispy thin pizza, I'm absolutely chuffed to bits with it!