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Discover the art of wand-making in Edinburgh’s historic Thunderdices shop. An enchanting, hands-on experience perfect for magicians and craft lovers alike.
1 hour
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover the art of wand-making in Edinburgh’s historic Thunderdices shop. An enchanting, hands-on experience perfect for magicians and craft lovers alike.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required, just focus and curiosity
Wildlife
History
Edinburgh has a long history of legends and storytelling that influence its craft traditions.
Conservation
The workshop emphasizes sustainable sourcing of materials and eco-friendly practices.
Thunderdices
Discover the art of wand-making in Edinburgh’s historic Thunderdices shop. An enchanting, hands-on experience perfect for magicians and craft lovers alike.
Thunderdices is an Edinburgh-based tour operator offering private guided experiences across the city in English and French. The business specializes in walking tours, food tasting routes, thematic history walks, and hands-on workshops tailored for small private groups. Popular itineraries include guided walks through the Old Town and New Town, themed tours exploring the city’s literary connections such as sites linked to J.K. Rowling and Arthur Conan Doyle, food tours that feature traditional Scottish dishes and drinks, and a wand-making workshop hosted in a historic building.
Tours vary in length from one hour workshops to full-day private itineraries and include specific routes like Dean Village, Stockbridge and the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Port of Leith, and curated Old and New Town tours. Language options are listed per trip; many experiences are offered in both English and French or exclusively in one language, as specified. The food tour includes a full traditional meal and tastings of local specialties such as haggis and cullen skink; the Dean Village walk notes a complimentary hot drink on the route.
Thunderdices presents itself as a provider of private, small-group touring options in Edinburgh, focusing on local history, culinary traditions, and literary connections. Trip summaries outline precise meeting points, durations, and language availability. Guests should review each trip’s description for specific details like language, duration, inclusions, and meeting logistics before booking.
Availability and pricing are provided per listing; travelers can choose private dates and confirm language preference when booking to ensure the selected experience matches expectations accurately.
Tours Offered
17
Diverse walking & food tours
Duration Range
1–4 hours
Short walks to half-day tours
Languages
English & French
Private tours available in both languages
Private Focus
Mostly private
Most experiences are private
Choose a date, language and duration — book Dean Village walks, Harry Potter routes, food tastings, Sherlock Holmes tours, or the wand‑making workshop.
Book in advance
Reserve your spot early as workshops fill quickly, especially during peak season.
Arrive early
Arrive 10 minutes prior to get settled and choose your wood comfortably.
Wear comfortable clothes
Wear clothing that you don’t mind getting some wood dust on.
Bring your curiosity
Come ready to ask questions and learn about the history and materials of wand-making.
None needed
All materials and tools are provided by the workshop.
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes suitable for craft activities that might involve dust or minor stains.
Notebook and pen
Optional, for jotting down your creative ideas or experiences.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the moment of your custom wand creation.