Join a family-friendly chocolate-making workshop that combines craft, fun, and education at The Chocolate Manor. Perfect for creating sweet memories together in a charming setting near [nearest city].
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required, suitable for all ages
Wildlife
History
The Chocolate Manor has been a local family-owned business for over 20 years, dedicated to turning the joy of chocolate into an art form.
Conservation
The business sources its cocoa responsibly and emphasizes environmentally friendly practices throughout its production.
The Chocolate Manor
Join a family-friendly chocolate-making workshop that combines craft, fun, and education at The Chocolate Manor. Perfect for creating sweet memories together in a charming setting near [nearest city].
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.
Plan ahead for photos
Bring a camera to capture the colorful and tasty creations.
Arrive early
Get the most out of the experience by arriving a bit early to settle in.
Wear casual clothes
Expect to get a bit messy—wear clothes you don’t mind splattering with chocolate.
Book in advance
Reservations fill up quickly, especially during weekends and holidays.
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes suitable for getting a little messy with chocolate.
Camera or smartphone
Capture sweet moments from the workshop.
Apron
Protect your clothes during the chocolate molding activities.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated while having fun in the workshop.