Dartington Crystal Glass

Dartington Crystal Glass is a location that is excellent take the children to have one thing only a little different, with the possiblity to see award winning craftsmen at the job, and also have a go yourself!When you enter the Factory Experience, you can watch from an increased platform as hot molten crystal is transformed in to elegant forms, making use of a skill that's 3,000 yrs . old! Find the history of Dartington Crystal into the Theatre that is audiovisual follow a timeline from 1967 to present day, to discover how the very first pieces of glass were built in the museum area. Additionally, you will obtain the chance to view a Master Engraving demonstration, and even choose a special piece to personalisefor yourself, to presenting your hand or foot cast forever in glass.If you fancy having a go yourself, there are a number of hands on activities available, through the possiblity to try cup blowing! Paint your own glass, design jewelry, and simply take you, as a souvenir to your creations house or a gift for special someone. Hand casting and glass blowing are available on weekdays just, but jewelry making and glass painting can be obtained daily between and March october. It's a idea that is great guide ahead by calling 01805 626242 during busy periods since these sessions are very popular.