Hot Glass Blowing
The traditional craft of glass making
The traditional craft of glass making
We love glass, we love making it, and we love sharing the magic of glassmaking with our visitors.
Join us for a live glassblowing demonstration and watch our talented artisan glassmakers transform molten glass into beautiful handmade creations. Learn about the traditional techniques, skill, and creativity involved in this fascinating craft while enjoying an entertaining and informative experience.
Demonstrations take place Wednesday to Sunday.
Sessions are usually held at 12:00pm and 2:00pm, however times may occasionally vary due to pre-booked workshops, classes, or special events. If you are visiting on a tight schedule, we recommend calling ahead to confirm demonstration times on the day of your visit.
Experience the heat, skill, and artistry of glassmaking up close and discover why this centuries-old craft continues to captivate audiences today.
If you’ve ever wanted to try glassblowing for yourself, we offer a range of hands-on experiences suitable for all ages and abilities.
Whether you’re looking to learn traditional glassmaking skills through an individual or paired session, organise a family group activity, celebrate a stag or hen party, or bring colleagues together for a unique team-building experience, we have a workshop to suit your needs.
For those wishing to create a lasting tribute to a loved one, we also offer private memorial glass sessions where ashes can be carefully incorporated into a bespoke glass piece. These dedicated sessions provide a personal and supportive environment in which to design a meaningful keepsake alongside our experienced glassmakers.
Explore our experiences below to find the perfect glassmaking activity for you.
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A really different experience to gift a loved one or yourself. We have incredible feedback from the sessions that we run and pride ourselves on 100% customer satisfaction. Scroll down to find out about the sessions that we have available.
One to one glass blowing sessions are available with our master glass blower. Together you will choose colours, shapes, and styles, and be a part of the process from start to finish.
Cost: £300 (inclusive of VAT)
Want to bring a friend? Share the costs and create an exciting and memorable experience by sharing the session with someone else.
Create a beautiful and lasting tribute to a loved one with a private half-day glassmaking session alongside our skilled glassmakers.
During this exclusive one-to-one experience, a small amount of your loved one’s ashes will be carefully incorporated into a unique solid glass piece, handcrafted to your personal specifications. You will work closely with our team to design a bespoke item that reflects cherished memories, favourite colours, meaningful shapes, hobbies, interests, or even football team colours and floral inspirations.
The cost of the private half-day session is £240, which includes the creation of your first memorial glass piece. Additional glass items can be created during the session for £90 per item.
Our experienced glassmakers will guide you through the design process, helping you create a meaningful keepsake that is both beautiful and deeply personal. As this is a private session, you will have the time and space to discuss your ideas and ensure your memorial piece is truly unique.
£240 per session
A unique and heartfelt way to celebrate the memory of someone special.
We can accommodate groups of up to 10 for glass blowing sessions. This session is perfect for stag groups, hen dos, birthdays, and much more. Each participant gets a chance to make their own bauble or paperweight. Costs depend on the size of the group.
If your party consists of more than 5, you will be split into two groups. One group can have a go at glass blowing while the others visit our cafe, explore our galleries, and Grade 2* Listed Victorian Tank House, or watch the other groups glass blowing from a safe distance.
Our corporate team building sessions can accommodate larger groups working with our glass makers and experiencing glass blowing, hot glass and kiln formed glass. These sessions include having a go at making some glass (paperweights and baubles), drinks on arrival and lunch. Private tours and private meeting rooms are also available. Prices start from £120 per person (incl VAT) (minimum of 4). Please contact for a detailed cost.