Stained Glass Workshop with Bath Aqua Glass in Box, UK
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for most adults comfortable with standing and fine motor skills.
Overview
Spend a day learning the intricate art of stained glass with Bath Aqua Glass in Box, England. This hands-on workshop offers beginners personal instruction to create their own vibrant glass panel.
Stained Glass Activities
6.5 Hours • Ages 16+ • Fridays & Saturdays
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About This Adventure
Experience the art of stained glass in a hands-on, one-day workshop! Over 6.5 hours, you'll learn essential techniques, from cutting to soldering, while creating your own stunning A4 panel. Enjoy personalized instruction in a serene setting, making it a perfect day for creativity and connection with a friend.
Beginners Stained Glass Experience Day!
Duration
6.5 Hours
About
Have you ever wanted to try and make stained glass?
Would you and a friend like to express your creative side learning an ancient art?
Our one-day stained glass experience available on Fridays and Saturdays. We offer one-to-one tuition or bring a friend for a two-to-one course.
The day starts at 10 am and runs to 4.30 pm and during this time a stained glass piece is made. (If the work takes longer than expected, the day can run longer to ensure that your stained glass panel(s) are completed.
In the space of a day, you learn the basic skills of stained glass and make an A4 sized panel to take home at the end of the course.
A template design is provided, one that is suitable and achievable for a beginner to finish by the end of the day.
Day content Morning
- An introduction to the stained glass studio and health & safety instructions.
- An introduction into the art of glass cutting and practice. -General talk about working with colour and choosing a colour palette. -Selecting coloured glass for your panel and cutting.
Lunch break (30min) We are in a beautiful isolated location, please bring lunch with you, tea and coffee is provided.
Afternoon
- Finish off glass cutting.
- An introduction to using the grinder.
- Prepare and clean the glass for copper foiling.
- An introduction into soldering.
- Soldering, lead the outside, hook making & chemical blackening.
Adventure Tips
Bring a packed lunch
The studio is in a quiet rural area with no nearby eateries; pack food for your 30-minute lunch break.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes
Protect your feet when handling glass and tools during the workshop.
Safety first with glass work
Follow instructor guidance carefully to handle cutting and soldering tools safely.
Plan for a full-day commitment
Sessions run 6.5 hours and may extend if your piece needs extra attention to finish.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- European red fox
- Common buzzard soaring above the countryside
History
Box village has a rich history tied to the Cotswold stone quarrying industry and is close to Bath, famous for Roman baths and Georgian architecture.
Conservation
Bath Aqua Glass promotes sustainable practices by recycling glass offcuts and minimizing waste during workshops.
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Adventure Hotspots in Bath
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Closed-toe shoes
Protect your feet while handling sharp glass and tools.
Comfortable clothing
Wear something you can move in and won’t mind potentially getting minor stains on.
Packed lunch
No food options nearby, so bring your own for the break.
Reading glasses or magnifier
Helpful if you want extra visual clarity for detailed glass cutting and soldering.