WHAT'S ON AT THE MUSEUM
The museum has a lively programme of events open to all. Please see below for what's on at the museum.
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SG Minis January Fabulous Faces!
7 Jan. 2026 10:00-11:30
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £3 per child
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
Come and join our toddler group on the first Wednesday of the month for informal fun in our beautiful setting. Enjoy crafts, rhymes and stories linked to the theme. Explore our light box and interactive toys and meet new friends, all whilst relaxing with a drink and a biscuit.
Story time will be under one of our beautiful stained glass windows.
Suitable for babies and children up to 5 years old
The session takes place in the museum gallery which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase of approximately 40 steps. Buggy park and toilet facilities available on the ground floor of the Cathedral.
Attendance is limited to one child/one adult per ticket.
Session times: 10:00-11:30
£3.00 per child which includes all craft materials and a drink and biscuit.
Suitable for ages: Under 5's
Contact: learning@stainedglassmuseum.com
details...
SG Minis February Under the Sea!
4 Feb. 2026 10:00-11:30
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £3 per child
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
Come and join our toddler group on the first Wednesday of the month for informal fun in our beautiful setting. Enjoy crafts, rhymes and stories linked to the theme. Explore our light box and interactive toys and meet new friends, all whilst relaxing with a drink and a biscuit.
Story time will be under one of our beautiful stained glass windows.
Suitable for babies and children up to 5 years old
The session takes place in the museum gallery which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase of approximately 40 steps. Buggy park and toilet facilities available on the ground floor of the Cathedral.
Attendance is limited to one child/one adult per ticket.
Session times: 10:00-11:30
£3.00 per child which includes all craft materials and a drink and biscuit.
Suitable for ages: Under 5's
Contact: learning@stainedglassmuseum.com
details...
Family Glass Fusing Workshop AM
17 Feb. 2026 11:00-12:30
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £18.00 per participant
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
This ticket admits 1 participant to the workshop. Each member of the family wishing to make a fused glass panel needs to book a ticket. Suitable for ages: 7+
Are you looking for something memorable to do with your child this holiday? In this unique session you and your child/children can work alongside each other to make a beautiful fused panel, so no need for you parents to just watch, you can get creating too! You will begin by learning the principles and theory of glass cutting, fusing and firing. After this you will be taught how to cut the glass and try cutting the glass yourself. Other techniques you will be introduced to will include fusing clear and coloured glass using fritt, confetti, stringers and noodles. You will get to work on your design and make a 10cm x 10cm glass piece. The session leader will provide examples of the different techniques, processes, fittings and results for you to handle and examine, but the emphasis of the workshop will be on the creative designs that you can achieve by yourselves, ensuring that everyone will have a rewarding time.
Your glass will need to be kiln-fired after the workshop is finished so you will NOT be taking your glass home on the day of the session. Each firing takes 24hours. Once your fused artwork has been kiln-fired and cooled, we will contact you to let you know it is ready for collection. This will usually be within a week of completing the workshop.
Suitable for ages: 7+
details...
Family Glass Fusing Workshop PM
17 Feb. 2026 1:30-3:00
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £18.00 per participant
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
This ticket admits 1 participant to the workshop. Each member of the family wishing to make a fused glass panel needs to book a ticket. Suitable for ages: 7+
Are you looking for something memorable to do with your child this holiday? In this unique session you and your child/children can work alongside each other to make a beautiful fused panel, so no need for you parents to just watch, you can get creating too! You will begin by learning the principles and theory of glass cutting, fusing and firing. After this you will be taught how to cut the glass and try cutting the glass yourself. Other techniques you will be introduced to will include fusing clear and coloured glass using fritt, confetti, stringers and noodles. You will get to work on your design and make a 10cm x 10cm glass piece. The session leader will provide examples of the different techniques, processes, fittings and results for you to handle and examine, but the emphasis of the workshop will be on the creative designs that you can achieve by yourselves, ensuring that everyone will have a rewarding time.
Your glass will need to be kiln-fired after the workshop is finished so you will NOT be taking your glass home on the day of the session. Each firing takes 24hours. Once your fused artwork has been kiln-fired and cooled, we will contact you to let you know it is ready for collection. This will usually be within a week of completing the workshop.
Suitable for ages: 7+
details...
SG Minis March Food Glorious Food!
4 Mar. 2026 10:00-11:30
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £3 per child
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
Come and join our toddler group on the first Wednesday of the month for informal fun in our beautiful setting. Enjoy crafts, rhymes and stories linked to the theme. Explore our light box and interactive toys and meet new friends, all whilst relaxing with a drink and a biscuit.
Story time will be under one of our beautiful stained glass windows.
Suitable for babies and children up to 5 years old
The session takes place in the museum gallery which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase of approximately 40 steps. Buggy park and toilet facilities available on the ground floor of the Cathedral.
Attendance is limited to one child/one adult per ticket.
Session times: 10:00-11:30
£3.00 per child which includes all craft materials and a drink and biscuit.
Suitable for ages: Under 5's
Contact: learning@stainedglassmuseum.com
details...
Glass Fusing Workshop with Katie Lynn (Molten Wonky)
14 Mar. 2026 10am to 2pm
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £95 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum, South Triforium, Ely Cathedral, Ely, CB7 4DL
Book
With all our workshops we have tutors who love to share their passion for glass and Katie Lynn from Molten Wonky is no exception. With a mindset of EVERYONE is capable of creating and making something beautiful from glass Katie wants you all to enjoy experimenting with colourful glass and to make your own products and decorations that can be used and enjoyed at home.
During this 4 hour workshop, Katie will introduce you to principles and techniques used in fused glass art. This will include glass cutting, fusing clear and coloured glass, using fritt, stringers and noodles, with special emphasis on the construction of designs. You will then use this knowledge to create your own unique glass pieces, such as coasters, a set of bunting, or a suncatcher. Glass is kiln-fired after the workshop is finished and is available to collect or be posted to you within a week.
This is a hands-on workshop, with no previous experience necessary.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Leading and Glazing Workshop with Will Burrows
21 Mar. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
In our leading workshops, participants are introduced to the techniques used to make a decorative glass panel, including glass cutting, leading, soldering and glazing (cementing). After you've chosen your design, you will be taken through each step of the construction process and will practise the glazing techniques before making your own panel to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Copper Foiling Workshop with Will Burrows
28 Mar. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
The copper foiling technique, popularised by Tiffany in the 1890s, is ideal for making decorative panels, sun catchers, mirrors and ornaments. A choice of patterns will be provided along with a selection of coloured and textured glass. You will learn how to cut glass then use copper tape and solder to create a seam with which to join your pieces of glass together. At the end of the day, you will have made a finished piece of glass art to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
SG Minis April Springtime!
1 Apr. 2026 10:00-11:30
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £3 per child
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
Come and join our toddler group on the first Wednesday of the month for informal fun in our beautiful setting. Enjoy crafts, rhymes and stories linked to the theme. Explore our light box and interactive toys and meet new friends, all whilst relaxing with a drink and a biscuit.
Story time will be under one of our beautiful stained glass windows.
Suitable for babies and children up to 5 years old
The session takes place in the museum gallery which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase of approximately 40 steps. Buggy park and toilet facilities available on the ground floor of the Cathedral.
Attendance is limited to one child/one adult per ticket.
Session times: 10:00-11:30
£3.00 per child which includes all craft materials and a drink and biscuit.
Suitable for ages: Under 5's
Contact: learning@stainedglassmuseum.com
details...
Leading and Glazing Workshop with Will Burrows
23 Apr. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
In our leading workshops, participants are introduced to the techniques used to make a decorative glass panel, including glass cutting, leading, soldering and glazing (cementing). After you've chosen your design, you will be taken through each step of the construction process and will practise the glazing techniques before making your own panel to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Copper Foiling Workshop with Will Burrows
30 Apr. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
The copper foiling technique, popularised by Tiffany in the 1890s, is ideal for making decorative panels, sun catchers, mirrors and ornaments. A choice of patterns will be provided along with a selection of coloured and textured glass. You will learn how to cut glass then use copper tape and solder to create a seam with which to join your pieces of glass together. At the end of the day, you will have made a finished piece of glass art to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
SG Minis May Wonderful Weather!
6 May 2026 10:00-11:30
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £3 per child
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
Come and join our toddler group on the first Wednesday of the month for informal fun in our beautiful setting. Enjoy crafts, rhymes and stories linked to the theme. Explore our light box and interactive toys and meet new friends, all whilst relaxing with a drink and a biscuit.
Story time will be under one of our beautiful stained glass windows.
Suitable for babies and children up to 5 years old
The session takes place in the museum gallery which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase of approximately 40 steps. Buggy park and toilet facilities available on the ground floor of the Cathedral.
Attendance is limited to one child/one adult per ticket.
Session times: 10:00-11:30
£3.00 per child which includes all craft materials and a drink and biscuit.
Suitable for ages: Under 5's
Contact: learning@stainedglassmuseum.com
details...
Two Day Glass Stained Glass Workshop with Will Burrows
8 May 2026 10:00-4:00 - 9 May 2026
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £280 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum & Lighthouse Ely
Book
Over two days, you’ll explore the full process of creating a traditional stained glass panel, with painted elements.
On day one, you’ll begin by choosing your design from a selection of patterns. With guidance from your tutor, you’ll learn how to score glass to achieve an accurate break, and how to grind the edges to achieve a precise fit. You will select coloured glass for your painted areas, and then be introduced to traditional glass painting techniques. You’ll experiment with applying the enamel paint through brushwork and stencils, and your painted pieces will be kiln-fired at intervals throughout the day, ready for assembly on day two.
The second day focuses on the construction of your panel. You’ll learn how to cut and shape the lead came, and assemble the individual pieces of glass on a wooden board to create a complete stained glass panel. You’ll then solder your work to bond the lead joints. As a finishing touch, you can ask your tutor to solder hanging fixings to the lead, or alternatively they will provide you with a display stand for your work.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Glass Fusing Workshop with Katie Lynn (Molten Wonky)
15 May 2026 10am to 2pm
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £95 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum, South Triforium, Ely Cathedral, Ely, CB7 4DL
Book
With all our workshops we have tutors who love to share their passion for glass and Katie Lynn from Molten Wonky is no exception. With a mindset of EVERYONE is capable of creating and making something beautiful from glass Katie wants you all to enjoy experimenting with colourful glass and to make your own products and decorations that can be used and enjoyed at home.
During this 4 hour workshop, Katie will introduce you to principles and techniques used in fused glass art. This will include glass cutting, fusing clear and coloured glass, using fritt, stringers and noodles, with special emphasis on the construction of designs. You will then use this knowledge to create your own unique glass pieces, such as coasters, a set of bunting, or a suncatcher. Glass is kiln-fired after the workshop is finished and is available to collect or be posted to you within a week.
This is a hands-on workshop, with no previous experience necessary.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Leading and Glazing Workshop with Will Burrows
23 May 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
In our leading workshops, participants are introduced to the techniques used to make a decorative glass panel, including glass cutting, leading, soldering and glazing (cementing). After you've chosen your design, you will be taken through each step of the construction process and will practise the glazing techniques before making your own panel to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
SG Minis June Animal Fun!
3 Jun. 2026 10:00-11:30
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £3 per child
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
Come and join our toddler group on the first Wednesday of the month for informal fun in our beautiful setting. Enjoy crafts, rhymes and stories linked to the theme. Explore our light box and interactive toys and meet new friends, all whilst relaxing with a drink and a biscuit.
Story time will be under one of our beautiful stained glass windows.
Suitable for babies and children up to 5 years old
The session takes place in the museum gallery which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase of approximately 40 steps. Buggy park and toilet facilities available on the ground floor of the Cathedral.
Attendance is limited to one child/one adult per ticket.
Session times: 10:00-11:30
£3.00 per child which includes all craft materials and a drink and biscuit.
Suitable for ages: Under 5's
Contact: learning@stainedglassmuseum.com
details...
Glass Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt
4 Jun. 2026 10:00-5:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
The art of painting on glass was mastered in the medieval period. Over the following centuries, stained glass artists have used painting techniques to draw with line and light, to create depth and detail, and to control the atmospheric quality of light’s transmission through glass.
In this practical workshop, glass artist Derek Hunt will teach traditional painting techniques. Using vitreous pigment and silver stain on clear glass, students learn to work with a variety of brushes, sticks, quills and sponges to create different effects and shading in both wet and dry matts. Glass work will be fired at intervals throughout the workshop, and ready to take home at the end of the day.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Two Day Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt
11 Jun. 2026 10:00-5:00 - 12 Jun. 2026
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £280 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
During your workshop you will be looking at the classical portraits and faces taken from our gallery at the Stained Glass Museum to recreate your own version to take home. You can also bring your own portrait designs if you wish.
You will be using a mixed variety of techniques and brushes to create your final pieces. A selection of tinted coloured glass will be available to use and the chance to explore using a variety of mediums to paint with as well as applying silver stain to your work. Each piece of glass will be fired several times over the length of the workshop ready for you to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Copper Foiling Workshop with Will Burrows
11 Jun. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
The copper foiling technique, popularised by Tiffany in the 1890s, is ideal for making decorative panels, sun catchers, mirrors and ornaments. A choice of patterns will be provided along with a selection of coloured and textured glass. You will learn how to cut glass then use copper tape and solder to create a seam with which to join your pieces of glass together. At the end of the day, you will have made a finished piece of glass art to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Leading and Glazing Workshop with Will Burrows
18 Jun. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
In our leading workshops, participants are introduced to the techniques used to make a decorative glass panel, including glass cutting, leading, soldering and glazing (cementing). After you've chosen your design, you will be taken through each step of the construction process and will practise the glazing techniques before making your own panel to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
SG Minis July We Can Fly!
1 Jul. 2026 10:00-11:30
Event category: Family ActivityPrice: £3 per child
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
Come and join our toddler group on the first Wednesday of the month for informal fun in our beautiful setting. Enjoy crafts, rhymes and stories linked to the theme. Explore our light box and interactive toys and meet new friends, all whilst relaxing with a drink and a biscuit.
Story time will be under one of our beautiful stained glass windows.
Suitable for babies and children up to 5 years old.
The session takes place in the museum gallery which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase of approximately 40 steps. Buggy park and toilet facilities available on the ground floor of the Cathedral.
Attendance is limited to one child/one adult per ticket.
Session times: 10:00-11:30
£3.00 per child which includes all craft materials and a drink and biscuit.
Suitable for ages: Under 5's
Contact: learning@stainedglassmuseum.com
details...
Glass Fusing Workshop with Katie Lynn (Molten Wonky)
3 Jul. 2026 10am to 2pm
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £95 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum, South Triforium, Ely Cathedral, Ely, CB7 4DL
Book
With all our workshops we have tutors who love to share their passion for glass and Katie Lynn from Molten Wonky is no exception. With a mindset of EVERYONE is capable of creating and making something beautiful from glass Katie wants you all to enjoy experimenting with colourful glass and to make your own products and decorations that can be used and enjoyed at home.
During this 4 hour workshop, Katie will introduce you to principles and techniques used in fused glass art. This will include glass cutting, fusing clear and coloured glass, using fritt, stringers and noodles, with special emphasis on the construction of designs. You will then use this knowledge to create your own unique glass pieces, such as coasters, a set of bunting, or a suncatcher. Glass is kiln-fired after the workshop is finished and is available to collect or be posted to you within a week.
This is a hands-on workshop, with no previous experience necessary.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Two Day Glass Stained Glass Workshop with Will Burrows
3 Jul. 2026 10:00-4:00 - 4 Jul. 2026
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £280 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum & Lighthouse Ely
Book
Over two days, you’ll explore the full process of creating a traditional stained glass panel, with painted elements.
On day one, you’ll begin by choosing your design from a selection of patterns. With guidance from your tutor, you’ll learn how to score glass to achieve an accurate break, and how to grind the edges to achieve a precise fit. You will select coloured glass for your painted areas, and then be introduced to traditional glass painting techniques. You’ll experiment with applying the enamel paint through brushwork and stencils, and your painted pieces will be kiln-fired at intervals throughout the day, ready for assembly on day two.
The second day focuses on the construction of your panel. You’ll learn how to cut and shape the lead came, and assemble the individual pieces of glass on a wooden board to create a complete stained glass panel. You’ll then solder your work to bond the lead joints. As a finishing touch, you can ask your tutor to solder hanging fixings to the lead, or alternatively they will provide you with a display stand for your work.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Two Day Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt
17 Jul. 2026 10:00-5:00 - 18 Jul. 2026
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £280 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
During your workshop you will be looking at the classical portraits and faces taken from our gallery at the Stained Glass Museum to recreate your own version to take home. You can also bring your own portrait designs if you wish.
You will be using a mixed variety of techniques and brushes to create your final pieces. A selection of tinted coloured glass will be available to use and the chance to explore using a variety of mediums to paint with as well as applying silver stain to your work. Each piece of glass will be fired several times over the length of the workshop ready for you to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Leading and Glazing Workshop with Will Burrows
18 Jul. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
In our leading workshops, participants are introduced to the techniques used to make a decorative glass panel, including glass cutting, leading, soldering and glazing (cementing). After you've chosen your design, you will be taken through each step of the construction process and will practise the glazing techniques before making your own panel to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Glass Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt
24 Jul. 2026 10:00-5:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
The art of painting on glass was mastered in the medieval period. Over the following centuries, stained glass artists have used painting techniques to draw with line and light, to create depth and detail, and to control the atmospheric quality of light’s transmission through glass.
In this practical workshop, glass artist Derek Hunt will teach traditional painting techniques. Using vitreous pigment and silver stain on clear glass, students learn to work with a variety of brushes, sticks, quills and sponges to create different effects and shading in both wet and dry matts. Glass work will be fired at intervals throughout the workshop, and ready to take home at the end of the day.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Two Day Glass Stained Glass Workshop with Will Burrows
4 Sep. 2026 10:00-4:00 - 5 Sep. 2026
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £280 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum & Lighthouse Ely
Book
Over two days, you’ll explore the full process of creating a traditional stained glass panel, with painted elements.
On day one, you’ll begin by choosing your design from a selection of patterns. With guidance from your tutor, you’ll learn how to score glass to achieve an accurate break, and how to grind the edges to achieve a precise fit. You will select coloured glass for your painted areas, and then be introduced to traditional glass painting techniques. You’ll experiment with applying the enamel paint through brushwork and stencils, and your painted pieces will be kiln-fired at intervals throughout the day, ready for assembly on day two.
The second day focuses on the construction of your panel. You’ll learn how to cut and shape the lead came, and assemble the individual pieces of glass on a wooden board to create a complete stained glass panel. You’ll then solder your work to bond the lead joints. As a finishing touch, you can ask your tutor to solder hanging fixings to the lead, or alternatively they will provide you with a display stand for your work.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Leading and Glazing Workshop with Will Burrows
10 Sep. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
In our leading workshops, participants are introduced to the techniques used to make a decorative glass panel, including glass cutting, leading, soldering and glazing (cementing). After you've chosen your design, you will be taken through each step of the construction process and will practise the glazing techniques before making your own panel to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Glass Fusing Workshop with Katie Lynn (Molten Wonky)
25 Sep. 2026 10am to 2pm
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £95 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum, South Triforium, Ely Cathedral, Ely, CB7 4DL
Book
With all our workshops we have tutors who love to share their passion for glass and Katie Lynn from Molten Wonky is no exception. With a mindset of EVERYONE is capable of creating and making something beautiful from glass Katie wants you all to enjoy experimenting with colourful glass and to make your own products and decorations that can be used and enjoyed at home.
During this 4 hour workshop, Katie will introduce you to principles and techniques used in fused glass art. This will include glass cutting, fusing clear and coloured glass, using fritt, stringers and noodles, with special emphasis on the construction of designs. You will then use this knowledge to create your own unique glass pieces, such as coasters, a set of bunting, or a suncatcher. Glass is kiln-fired after the workshop is finished and is available to collect or be posted to you within a week.
This is a hands-on workshop, with no previous experience necessary.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Copper Foiling Workshop with Will Burrows
26 Sep. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
The copper foiling technique, popularised by Tiffany in the 1890s, is ideal for making decorative panels, sun catchers, mirrors and ornaments. A choice of patterns will be provided along with a selection of coloured and textured glass. You will learn how to cut glass then use copper tape and solder to create a seam with which to join your pieces of glass together. At the end of the day, you will have made a finished piece of glass art to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Two Day Glass Stained Glass Workshop with Will Burrows
2 Oct. 2026 10:00-4:00 - 3 Oct. 2026
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £280 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum & Lighthouse Ely
Book
Over two days, you’ll explore the full process of creating a traditional stained glass panel, with painted elements.
On day one, you’ll begin by choosing your design from a selection of patterns. With guidance from your tutor, you’ll learn how to score glass to achieve an accurate break, and how to grind the edges to achieve a precise fit. You will select coloured glass for your painted areas, and then be introduced to traditional glass painting techniques. You’ll experiment with applying the enamel paint through brushwork and stencils, and your painted pieces will be kiln-fired at intervals throughout the day, ready for assembly on day two.
The second day focuses on the construction of your panel. You’ll learn how to cut and shape the lead came, and assemble the individual pieces of glass on a wooden board to create a complete stained glass panel. You’ll then solder your work to bond the lead joints. As a finishing touch, you can ask your tutor to solder hanging fixings to the lead, or alternatively they will provide you with a display stand for your work.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Two Day Screen Printing on Glass Masterclass with James Cockerill
8 Oct. 2026 10:00 - 16:30 - 9 Oct. 2026
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £350 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
Book
In this exclusive masterclass, award winning artist James Cockerill of HALTglass will share his knowledge and innovative methods as he guides you through the process of creating a bespoke screen printed glass artwork.
Learning will be hands-on, with skills and concepts taught through practical application as you create a glass artwork. Prior to attending, James will work with you to select four of your own images, which he will then prepare into screens. You will also have access to James’s large selection of screens prepared with his own stock images. During the masterclass, these screens will form the basis of your artwork. Using your bespoke screens, specialist paints and enamels, you will learn to compose and print your images, overlaying them on both sides of float glass. Your glass will then be kiln-fired to make permanent its collaged images. In addition to tuition of technique, James will demonstrate how images are prepared for printing using Photoshop and will offer advice on how to integrate screen printing into your creative work, drawing on his own diverse art practice.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Leading and Glazing Workshop with Will Burrows
17 Oct. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
Book
In our leading workshops, participants are introduced to the techniques used to make a decorative glass panel, including glass cutting, leading, soldering and glazing (cementing). After you've chosen your design, you will be taken through each step of the construction process and will practise the glazing techniques before making your own panel to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
details...
Copper Foiling Workshop with Will Burrows
29 Oct. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
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The copper foiling technique, popularised by Tiffany in the 1890s, is ideal for making decorative panels, sun catchers, mirrors and ornaments. A choice of patterns will be provided along with a selection of coloured and textured glass. You will learn how to cut glass then use copper tape and solder to create a seam with which to join your pieces of glass together. At the end of the day, you will have made a finished piece of glass art to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
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Two Day Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt
6 Nov. 2026 10:00-5:00 - 7 Nov. 2026
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £280 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
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During your workshop you will be looking at the classical portraits and faces taken from our gallery at the Stained Glass Museum to recreate your own version to take home. You can also bring your own portrait designs if you wish.
You will be using a mixed variety of techniques and brushes to create your final pieces. A selection of tinted coloured glass will be available to use and the chance to explore using a variety of mediums to paint with as well as applying silver stain to your work. Each piece of glass will be fired several times over the length of the workshop ready for you to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
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Leading and Glazing Workshop with Will Burrows
26 Nov. 2026 10:00 - 4:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Lighthouse, 13 Lynn Road, Ely, CB7 4EG
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In our leading workshops, participants are introduced to the techniques used to make a decorative glass panel, including glass cutting, leading, soldering and glazing (cementing). After you've chosen your design, you will be taken through each step of the construction process and will practise the glazing techniques before making your own panel to take home.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
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Glass Painting Workshop with Derek Hunt
27 Nov. 2026 10:00-5:00
Event category: Adult WorkshopPrice: £140 per person including all materials, equipment and tuition
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
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The art of painting on glass was mastered in the medieval period. Over the following centuries, stained glass artists have used painting techniques to draw with line and light, to create depth and detail, and to control the atmospheric quality of light’s transmission through glass.
In this practical workshop, glass artist Derek Hunt will teach traditional painting techniques. Using vitreous pigment and silver stain on clear glass, students learn to work with a variety of brushes, sticks, quills and sponges to create different effects and shading in both wet and dry matts. Glass work will be fired at intervals throughout the workshop, and ready to take home at the end of the day.
Suitable for ages: 18+
Contact: 01353 660347
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For cancellations made more than 28 days in advance we offer a full refund or one free date change.
For cancellations made between 14 and 28 days in advance we will offer a 50% refund or allow one free date change.
For cancellations made less than 14 days in advance we are unable to offer a refund or date change on workshop places, although you are welcome to transfer the booking to someone else.
If a date change has already been requested we cannot offer a refund on a subsequent cancellation.
We are unable to refund workshops paid for using workshop vouchers.
Please bear in mind that the Stained Glass Museum is a charity and in order to operate successfully it’s important that we adhere to this policy.
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Under rare or exceptional circumstances the Museum may have to cancel workshops. If a cancellation is necessary, we will do our utmost to contact you by phone or email as soon as possible before the workshop is held. You will be offered either a full refund or the option to transfer their booking to an alternative date/workshop.
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