Shopping at The World of Glass
Glass gifts, childrens toys, jewellery, artisan crafts
With an incredible range of handblown glass ready to take away, you can be sure to find that perfect gift. We even offer a commision service to make that piece extra special. Perhaps you want a greetings card you cannot find anywhere else, or an inspirational piece from one of our local artists? Whatever your shopping needs, we have a canalside garden and cafe that can make the experience even more memorable.
CGS OPEN EXHIBITION
This exhibition showcases some of the very best glass maker in the UK. Brought together by Contemporary glass society, the OPEN is a feast for the eyes. All of the pieces are for sale, and all of them are inspiring. One of the best glass exhibitions we have hosted and all part of TWOG glass festival 23.
TWOG Glass Festival 23
A mini festival bringing something for everyone. There are workshops for children and adults, great talks, opportuntites to have a go at glass blowing as well as seeing some of the UK’s best glass. Link available to book from 30th September.
Pilkington Float Glass Tour at Greengate – FREE
5 October 2023 10:00 – 12.00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pilkington-float-glass-tour-tickets-726015410637?aff=oddtdtcreator
Botanicals on Glass
7 October 2023 at 11:00 – 12.00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/723342616237?aff=oddtdtcreator
Pilkington Float Glass Tour at Greengate – FREE
12 October 2023 at 10:00 – 12.00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/726042611997?aff=oddtdtcreator
Glass fish sun catcher making for kids with Susan Purser Hope
14 October 2023 at 10:00 -10.45
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/723977755957?aff=oddtdtcreator
Glass fish suncatcher making for kids with Susan Purser Hope
14 October 2023 at 11:15 -12.00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/723983773957?aff=oddtdtcreator
A Few of My Favourite Things Glass fusing with Susan Purser Hope
Saturday 14th October 1pm- 3pm Adults
Illuminate (creative session for under 5’s)
18 October 2023 at 10:30 – 11.30
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/723407690877?aff=oddtdtcreator
Pilkington Float Glass Tour at Greengate – FREE
19 October 2023 at 10:00 – 12.00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/726059612847?aff=oddtdtcreator
Cannington Shaw bottle Shop talk – FREE
Saturday 21st October 1pm-2pm
Cat Halloween Glass Painting with Rachel Elliot for kids – FREE Drop in
Saturday 21st October
10am- 10.45am and 11.15-12.00
Drop in sessions
Cat Halloween Glass painting with Rachel Elliot for adults
Saturday 21st October 2pm
Adult Egyptian inspired glass Coaster making with Artist Hadia Roushdy
October 21st 10am-12pm
Illuminate (creative session for under 5’s)
25 October 2023 at 10:30 – 11.30
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/723422535277?aff=oddtdtcreator
Pilkington Float Glass Tour at Greengate – FREE
26 October 2023 at 10:00 – 12.00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/726064637877?aff=oddtdtcreator
Create your own Witches Ball. Glass Blowing
28 October 2023 at 09:00 – 5.00
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Halloween Inspired talk ‘Local Myths and Legends’ by Sue Gerrard – FREE
28 October 2023 at 13:00 – 14.00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/722815008147?aff=oddtdtcreator
Create your own Glass Witches Ball. Glass Blowing
31 October 2023 at 19:00 – 22.00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/722692852777?aff=oddtdtcreator
Cannington Shaw bottle Shop talk – FREE
Saturday 4th November 1pm
Illuminate (creative session for under 5’s)
8 November 2023 at 10:30 – 11.30
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/723425564337?aff=oddtdtcreator
Botanicals on Glass
12 November 2023 at 11:00 – 12:00
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/723353288157?aff=oddtdtcreator
Glass Artist Talks – incredible artists share their secrets
Saturday 11th November 1pm- 4pm
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/glass-artists-talks-tickets-728851373077?aff=oddtdtcreator
Request and Respond – FREE drop in session
Watch our glass blowers create Pieces inspired by your suggestions
Sunday 12th November
Visitor Experience
Museum, Hot glass studio, Jubilee no9
Paid Attractions
Pilkington Glass Collection & Earth into Light
Museum permanent collection
One of the most important glass collections in the UK. Ancient Glass (Roman and Egyption), Medieval, Asian, right the way through to European and Contemporary.
Earth into Light tells the story of St Helens and its place at the heart of the Industrial Revolution.
Glass Blowing Demonstrations
Hot Glass studio (timed displays)
Marvel at our Glass Blower Marcin, as he blows hot glass and makes something special.
Jubilee No 9
Over the Canal to the tank house
The Number nine Tank House is the best surviving example of a late 19th century glassmaking tank furnace building in England, comprising the building, its cone and furnace. You can explore the tunnels beneath. Make sure you put on a hard hat!
