What happens during the perfume experience?

You’ll explore fragrance notes, work with expert perfume stylists to mix a bespoke scent, name it, and take it home in your chosen atomiser.

Do I need prior perfume experience?

No—sessions are designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike, with guided support from the team.

Can I upgrade the size of my fragrance?

Yes—options range from 5ml to 100ml, and upgrades or second fragrances can be added at booking or on the day.

Is the experience suitable for men?

Yes—blends are broadly unisex and the workshop welcomes anyone interested in scent design.

Can I reorder my fragrance later?

Absolutely—your formula is stored in a lifetime online library so you can reorder anytime.

Are children allowed to attend?

Participants must be 16 or older; children under 16 may attend only with a paying guardian and must be booked in.

Design Your Signature Fragrance in Manchester with The Perfume Studio | Workshop | Guided Tour

Fragrance Design Experience - Manchester (April 2026 Onwards) invites you into a two-hour sensory lab in the heart of Manchester. Located at The Radisson Manchester City Centre, 4 Cheetham Hill Rd, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M4 4EW, UK, this perfumery workshop is an intimate, hands-on introduction to scent creation where participants sample exclusive blends, mix notes and bottle a signature fragrance to take home. Over roughly two hours, The Perfume Studio team guides groups of up to 32 through an approachable mixology masterclass. You’ll learn top, middle and base notes, experiment with pre-designed accords used by master perfumers, and receive one-to-one help refining your final blend. Packages range from Gold (5ml) to Moissanite (100ml), and many sessions include a glass of bubbly and the option to add afternoon tea in the hotel restaurant. Every finished formula is recorded and stored permanently in a private online library, meaning you can reorder your creation forever. What makes this a standout city experience is its combination of accessible luxury and clear craft. The studio borrows Manchester’s pragmatic creative spirit—an urban setting that foregrounds technique over mystique. It’s ideal for couples on a date, friends sharing a creative day out, or anyone wanting a memorable gift: vouchers are available and valid for 12 months. Practical notes are simple: minimum age is 16, full wheelchair access is provided, and the venue asks that all participating guests hold tickets—spectators are not admitted. The workshop sits a short walk from Manchester Victoria station, making it easy to pair with a weekend in the city. After your session consider exploring nearby Northern Quarter cafés or booking a show at AO Arena; the experience drops you back into Manchester’s cultural loop. Safety and convenience are built in: bookings can be changed free up to seven days before the event, and the team keeps a list of allergens online—notify staff if you have sensitivities. This is more than a souvenir; it’s a small craft course that leaves you with technique, a registered formula, and a personal scent that captures a moment in time. If you’ve never tried perfume creation, expect a friendly, taught workshop grounded in fragrance science rather than guesswork. To book or to secure extras like an atomiser pen or a second fragrance option, follow the booking link provided with your reservation and reserve a slot before monthly dates fill. The session’s mix of instruction, hospitality and tangible takeaway makes it a memorable Manchester experience. Whether you’re local or visiting, the design experience fits neatly into a half-day itinerary, and many guests pair it with nearby shopping, museums or an evening meal to expand a single Manchester weekend into a memorable, multi-sensory outing that lingers long after you leave.

Difficulty

easy.

Duration

2 hours.

Fitness level

Minimal physical fitness required; the session is seated and workshop-style

Wildlife

pigeons
urban foxes

History

Manchester’s industrial past shaped its creative industries; today the city blends craft with contemporary design in venues like The Perfume Studio.

Conservation

The Perfume Studio stores formulas digitally to simplify reorders and offers refill/upgrade options that reduce waste from mass production.

The Perfume Studio is a London-based fragrance atelier that offers hands-on perfume design experiences across the UK. Specialists in bespoke scent creation, the studio runs guided workshops, private sessions, and event pop-ups where participants learn fragrance structure, sample exclusive blends, and craft personalised perfumes to take home. Sessions are led by trained perfume stylists and master perfumers who guide guests through head, heart and base notes, scent families, and blending techniques. Experiences range from two-hour public workshops in cities such as Birmingham, Reading, Nottingham, York, Norwich, Eastbourne, Manchester, Leeds, St Albans, Dorking, Oxford, Exeter, Edinburgh, Sheffield, Liverpool, Bath, Cardiff, Tunbridge Wells, Harrogate, Cambridge, Portsmouth, Brighton, Newcastle and Stratford-upon-Avon to bespoke private events for two or larger corporate bookings. Offerings include hen party fragrance mixology, celebrations and parties, a travelling fragrance bar for corporate events, and private one-to-one sessions that deliver a curated Ultimate Collection. Each guest leaves with a personalised, beautifully packaged perfume bottle or mini atomiser and a fragrance card documenting their recipe for future re-orders. Optional extras such as bubbly or afternoon tea are available at select locations. The Perfume Studio is featured on The Adventure Collective and is positioned as a memorable, educational activity for groups, couples, and corporate clients seeking unique gifting or team experiences. Bookings are organized by city or event type, making it straightforward for guests to find a local session or arrange a private stylist-led visit. Availability, pricing and bespoke packaging options are published online and through direct enquiry with the studio team.

Base locationManchester, England

Tours offered31+

Specialtyothers

StewardshipLeave No Trace