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Visitor Information
At the Cone you can:
- Take a self guided tour through the glassworks exploring the underground passages and tunnels which have not previously been open to the public. A spiral staircase allows you to walk up through the core of the glass cone onto a viewing platform where you can marvel at the scale and enormity of this amazing structure.
- Use an audio guide to tell you about the history of the glassworks, the characters from the industry and learn about the magical process of glassmaking.
- Watch glassmaking demonstrations by one of five resident glass artists (please note glassmaking does not take place on a Wednesday).
- Enjoy the exhibition galleries which tell the story of glassmaking in the area and the history of this unique glassworks. Glass and archive material from the Stuart collection which spans over 100 years is also on display.
- Visit our temporary exhibitions which showcase the talents of local artists exhibiting in a variety of media.
- Drop in to one of the on-site craft studios to watch artists at work or place a commission for a unique gift.
- Shop in the Cone gift shop which sells a wonderful range of glass products including jewellery and blown and kiln-formed pieces, many produced by artists based on site. There is also an inspirational range of gifts and books for children.
- The Stuart Crystal Gift Centre is also on site with one of the largest collections available locally of the Stuart Crystal and Waterford Crystal ranges. Other brands available include Edinburgh Crystal, Thomas Webb, Royal Doulton, Caithness, Wedgwood. Crystal repair and engraving service available in store.
- Relax in the Crystal Tearooms open 7 days a week selling hot and cold refreshments and a range of hot and cold snacks and freshly made cakes.
- Join in the children's holiday activities with the JAM Club which runs craft sessions for 6-11 year olds.
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