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What made St. Helens great? From its humble beginnings to its rise as a world leader in Glass making, you can find it all here at The World Of Glass.
Ever wondered what life was like in a Victorian town? Step into St Helens past and relive life in the town in the last century.
Find out about properties of glass, look through periscopes and microscopes, and play with lenses to change the colours in light.
Admire contemporary glass and the unique and beautiful designs from some of the Worlds greatest makers.
This international collaboration celebrates over 75 years of cultural connection between Stuttgart and St Helens — a shared yet independent reflection on how place and people shape one another.
This exhibition invites you to see St Helens anew — through the eyes of photographers from both St Helens and its twin city, Stuttgart. Together, they’ve explored the town’s overlooked architectural corners and unexpected beauty: alleyways, painted walls, textures, colours, and the traces of everyday life.
Exhibiting photographers:
All images are available to purchase from The World Of Glass
Image Credit : Thomas Herrmann
CALLING ALL ARTISTS!
Live, work, or study in St. Helens or the wider Liverpool City Region (Knowsley, Sefton, Wirral, Halton)?
We want to see YOUR art!
The St. Helens Open Art Competition is BACK at The World of Glass – celebrating 30 years of championing local creativity!
The Godfrey Pilkington Art Gallery on the 29th November 2025 – 28th February 2026
Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, this is your chance to showcase your talent in one of the region’s most iconic galleries.
We are inviting artists from across the entire Liverpool City Region – let’s make this the most exciting exhibition yet!
You can now download your entry form or collect at our reception desk!
We offer experiences for Individuals and couples alongside group sessions for corporate clients or those of you who want a team experience.
Visit our beautiful shop and see the magic of glassmaking up close. Most of our pieces are handmade right here on site by our skilled glassblowers, with each one carrying its own unique character and story.
We’re also proud to feature work from local artists — from stunning glass jewellery by Steph Preston to sweet glass creations created with honey by John Fenn. You’ll find plenty of thoughtful, handcrafted gifts and stocking fillers to make your Christmas shopping a little more meaningful.
Join us for our Christmas Shopping Event on November 29th, from 12–3pm. We’ll be celebrating the season with the launch of our new shop membership, giving you 10% off purchases, and offering a free gift-wrapping service for anything you buy on the day.
If you’d like to give the gift of choice (or a little creativity), we also have gift vouchers available — perfect for our glassblowing experiences or for picking out something special from the shop.
