Discover the magic of glassmaking with a half-day glassblowing experience in Buckinghamshire! Held in a spacious studio in Aylesbury, this hands-on session offers a fascinating insight into the ancient art of shaping molten glass. Under expert guidance, you’ll gather glowing glass from the furnace—an awe-inspiring moment as you face the intense 1100°C heat—and learn how to shape and blow it into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece. Using traditional tools and techniques, you’ll experiment with adding colour, creating unique bubbles, and forming elegant swirls in your design. Whether you are crafting a paperweight, tumbler, or small vase, every step of the process is creative, expressive, and immensely satisfying. By the end of your half-day session, you’ll have not only learned the fundamentals of glassblowing but also created your very own handmade work of art to take home—a truly memorable and fiery experience in the heart of Buckinghamshire.
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Overview
- Enjoy a three-hour glassblowing workshop in Buckinghamshire
- Gather glass from the furnace, shape it, apply colour and blow a glass bubble
- This voucher is for One person
What's Included
Glassblowing (Half Day)
- A three-hour glassblowing workshop
- Introduction to equipment and basic techniques
- Gather glass from the furnace, shape it, apply colour and blow a glass bubble
- Apply a 'punty', transferring the piece to a solid iron
- Reheat the bubble, open out the neck to create your own unique tumbler
Suitable For
- Minimum age is 18
- A basic level of fitness is required as you will be on your feet
Availability
- Selected Saturdays and Sundays from January to May and September to December
Glassblowing (Half Day)
- Morning and afternoon sessions are generally available, 10:00-13:00 and 14:30-17:30
- Generally, classes run on one or two weekends per month
Scheduled 2026 Dates:
September
November
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 18 years
Anything Else
- Any items made on the day will need to be finished before they can be sent to participants.
- There is an additional charge of £20 for this, payable on the day
- Participants of the full day should bring a packed lunch
- This experience is not suitable for spectators
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience