Discover the art of chocolate making at The Chocolate Manor with a personalized workshop. Perfect for all ages and occasions, create your own sweet treats in a fun, educational setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required, just an interest in sweets
Wildlife
History
The Chocolate Manor has been crafting gourmet confections since 1985, blending traditional methods with modern flavors.
Conservation
They prioritize sustainable sourcing of cocoa beans and eco-friendly packaging to minimize environmental impact.
The Chocolate Manor
Discover the art of chocolate making at The Chocolate Manor with a personalized workshop. Perfect for all ages and occasions, create your own sweet treats in a fun, educational setting.
The Chocolate Manor in Castlerock, Northern Ireland, is a boutique chocolate workshop and visitor experience led by Chief Chocolatier Geri Martin. The Chocolate Manor offers hands-on chocolate-making workshops, private group experiences, seasonal family sessions and specialist events that showcase artisan techniques and local ingredients. Participants learn tempering, moulding and truffle-making in guided sessions such as The Chocolate Box, The Truffle Shuffle, and the Taste Causeway Chocolate Experience.
Sessions range from one-hour kids’ workshops to two-and-a-half-hour artisan classes, and can be booked as private events for birthdays, corporate team-building and special occasions. Each workshop includes hot chocolate, take-home creations and access to The Chocolate Manor’s Chocolate Shop discounts where available. Special events like Truffles & Tipples pair chocolates with local liqueurs in collaboration with Dunluce Distillery, supporting community causes including Portrush RNLI.
The Chocolate Manor emphasizes transparent sourcing and hands-on education. Workshops include discussion of cocoa origins and use premium Belgian chocolate and local flavourings such as Bushmills Whiskey and Causeway Coffee. The venue delivers practical instruction suitable for families, groups and adult-only evenings, led by experienced staff with a focus on safety and enjoyable learning.
Located in Castlerock, the business attracts locals and visitors exploring Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coast. Booking information, session durations and age guidelines are provided for each trip offering. The Chocolate Manor combines craft chocolate skills, local collaboration and memorable, take-home results to create an approachable, reputable visitor experience. Advance booking is recommended during peak season and private workshops can be tailored to dietary or accessibility requirements.
Location
Castlerock, N.I.
On the Causeway Coast
Tours Offered
7 experiences
Workshops and special events
Private Groups
Available
Bookable for events
Session Length
1–2.5 hrs
Kids to artisan classes
Reserve a private group, family session or artisan tasting — limited availability, book online to secure preferred dates.
Book in advance
Reserve your spot early, as workshops fill quickly, especially on weekends.
Wear comfortable clothes
Dress in casual attire suitable for hands-on work and potential cocoa stains.
Arrive early
Arriving 15 minutes before your session ensures a relaxed start and overview.
Bring your appetite
Prepare to taste and sample during the process; some workshops include tasting sessions.
Apron
Protect your clothes from cocoa and chocolate spills during the workshop.
Comfortable clothes
Wear casual, stain-friendly clothing suitable for hands-on activities.
Notebook and pen
Take notes on techniques and recipes shared by chocolatiers.
Camera or phone
Capture the fun moments and your finished chocolates.