Plan Your Visit

This page contains useful information to help make your day even more special. Unless you are part of a large group there is no need to book.

Information
Refreshments

We believe grabbing a quick coffee and a bite to eat should be the best part of your day. Our new front-of-house cafe is officially open and ready to turn your daily routine into a real treat. What are we brewing for you first?

Parking

Our Car Park prices are below:

10 minutes: FREE
1 hour: £1.00
2 hours: £1.50
Up to 4 hours: £3.00
12 hours: £5.00

 

Payments of cash or card are taken at the payment machine at the entrance of our building. You can also use the Ringo app.

Accommodation

Just a short 10 minute walk away from The World of Glass is The Mercure Hotel.

 

Located in the heart of St Helens town centre, Mercure St Helens offers air-conditioned rooms and free parking. It also features an onsite health club.
A private bathroom, TV and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in each room at Mercure St Helens.

 

More information can be found using the following link: https://mercuresthelens.uk-hotel.info/

Train information

Use the link to find out about the services to St Helens Central

St Helens Central Station (merseytravel.gov.uk)

Glass Blowing times

Glass blowing demonstrations take place Wednesday to Sunday at 12pm and 2pm.

Tickets are £5 for adults and £3.50 for children.

Demonstration times are subject to change. Please call before your visit to confirm the latest schedule.

Access and facilities

We want everyone to be able to enjoy a visit to World of Glass.

We are committed to making our museum, exhibitions, glassmaking experiences, café and shop as accessible and welcoming as possible.

If you have any questions about accessibility or would like to discuss your visit with us before you arrive, please contact our team: info@worldofglass.com We will be happy to help wherever we can

Individuals and families Daily Visit

ENTRY TO  THE TANK HOUSE AND MUSEUM IS FREE! There is no need to book if you are visiting as an individual or with family and friends. Look at the orange box at the top right of this page to find out information about opening times, glass blowing times,  location, cafe, parking, travel, and accommodation.

Find out all about the experiences we offer for every Key Stage School Visits
An amazing day out Group Bookings

Our museum, gallery, glass blowing studio and historic Tank House are perfect for a group day out, offering something for art, craft and heritage enthusiasts.

Starting at £18 per person this includes an on coach meet and greet, guided tour of the entire site, a glass blowing demonstration, a buffet lunch and free coach parking.

We also have a a FREE hot drink for your coach driver and 10% all glass made on site during your visit.