Name: Red House Glass Cone
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Red House Glass Cone

Red House Glass Cone, High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge, UK

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The Red House Cone is a Grade II listed glass cone located in Wordsley in the West Midlands, adjacent to the Stourbridge Canal bridge on the A491 High Street. It is a 90-foot high conical brick structure with a diameter of 60 feet, used for the production of glass.

We are home to a number of craft studios. The site is open 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday and 11am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday. Drop in to watch artists at work or place a commission for a unique gift.

Free entry. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

The Red House Glass Cone: Situated at the heart of the historic Stourbridge Glass Quarter and next to the Stourbridge Canal, the Red House Glass Cone is one of only four left in the UK. It was built at the end of the 18th century and used as a glasshouse, manufacturing glass, up until 1936.

Galleries:

Blowfish Glass UK: Creating exclusive glass artworks for global sophisticated spaces from the heart of Britain’s glassmaking centre
Inside the Cone: We have been working on the interior and exterior of the Cone with historic architects and conservators to make sure this amazing building is protected for future generations. We are delighted with the results and the Cone is now open.
Stuart Crystal Gallery: Explore our upstairs space, walk up the glass stairs to discover more about glass-makers of yesteryear.
Courtyard Gallery: A safe, secluded space at the heart of the site with tables and chairs to sit and chat. There are display cabinets showcasing an ever changing assortment of goods for sale within the Visitor Centre and craft studios for you to visit.

Families at the Cone:

Regular activities & workshops: Make and Take. Free. Previously called 'Sticky Saturday'. Come along with your family and have a go at being messy and getting sticky - and we tidy up!
Young Adults (11 years+): We actually quite enjoy working with young people and welcome them on site. They love the free wifi, milkshakes in the coffee house and chips from over the road!

Facilities

Parking: Free for all our visitors. There are two dedicated parking spaces for Blue Badge holders.
Food & Drinks: The café is open from 10am to 4pm, Tuesday to Sunday, serving barista-made coffee, homemade cakes, hearty cooked breakfasts and a tempting lunch menu! We look forward to welcoming you.
Toilets: There is an accessible toilet on the ground floor.
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi.

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Monday to Friday: 10am to 3pm.
Saturday and Sunday: 11am to 4pm.

Address: Red House Glass Cone, High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge, UK

Post Code: DY8 4AZ

Council: Dudley

County: West Midlands

Rail: The closest railway station is Stourbridge Junction.
Car: From Stourbridge Junction you can catch the shuttle train to Stourbridge Town which brings you to the bus station.
Bus Number: 16, 17 and 17a. Get off at Brook Street.
Parking: Free for all our visitors. There are two dedicated parking spaces for Blue Badge holders.