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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 our free 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 weekends 1.30pm-3.30pm and pre-booked group tours on request.
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. Contact reception on 01384 812750 to check studio is open. New businesses recently moved onto site on the upper floor: Glen Callum Associates www.autojobsonline.co.uk www.glencallum.co.uk (recruitment consultants, automotive and industrial sectors) and Born Communications www.borncommunication.co.uk (creative media studio).
The Stuart Crystal Gift Centre - we regret to advise that the Stuart Crystal Gift Centre is now closed.
Relax in the Crystal Tearooms under new management. Open 7 days a week selling refreshments, a new range of fresh sandwiches and paninis. Delicious selection of home-made cakes and pastries, scone with preserve and cream plus much more.
Join in the children's holiday activities with free activity trails around the site and the JAM Club which runs craft sessions for 6-11 year olds.
