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Red House Glass Cone
The Red House Glass Cone lies in the heart of the Stourbridge glassmaking industry. Built at the end of the 18th Century the Cone was used for the manufacture of glass until 1936 and is now one of only four cones left in the United Kingdom. Reaching 100 feet into the sky, the Cone enclosed a furnace around which men made glass for 140 years.
It's now a busy heritage site hosting exhibitions, events, children's activities, tours, a programme for schools, live glassmaking (not on Wednesdays) and craft studios.
What's on
The Cone has three exhibition areas as well as a permanent display inside the Cone itself. Throughout the year the Cone is host to a series of temporary exhibitions in the Showcase, Bridge and Courtyard Galleries.
Visitor Information
Take a self guided tour through the glassworks exploring the underground passages and tunnels which have not previously been open to the public.
Opening hours
Opening hours have been revised as follows:
All year round Monday-Sunday, 10am-4pm
We are open on Bank Holidays
Group bookings
Groups of all ages and level of knowledge are welcome to visit the Cone. To make the most of your visit we recommend that you book a tour with our team of friendly and knowledgeable guides.
Stuart Crystal Gift Centre
The Stuart Crystal Gift Centre offers the opportunity for you to browse amongst one of the largest collections available locally of the Stuart Crystal and Waterford Crystal ranges.
History
During the early 19th century a remarkable structure developed in Britian – the glass cone.
Glassblowing
The Cone hosts daily glassblowing demonstrations Thursday to Tuesday inclusive.
International Festival of Glass
The International Festival of Glass is the county’s biggest glass gathering.
© 2005 - 2008 The Red House Glass Cone, High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge, DY8 4AZ