Coalbrookdale Young Makers Workshops - Candle Dipping and Printing
Get hands-on with history this summer at our Young Makers Workshop! Try traditional local trades, discover the skills of the Industrial Revolution, and learn what life was really like for children who worked during this remarkable period of change.
- Booking essential
Young Makers Summer Workshop
Discover the skills and creativity that helped shape the Ironbridge Gorge during the Industrial Revolution through two fun, family-friendly activities recommended for ages 8+.
Create Your Own Print Try your hand at traditional etching techniques to design and print your very own picture. Create an original masterpiece or choose from one of our specially designed images inspired by the Coalbrookdale collection. You'll take home your unique print as a souvenir of your day.
Make a Colourful Candle Dip a white candle in different coloured wax to create a unique souvenir of your visit to Ironbridge. This traditional dipping method was used was used by chandlers who made candles for businesses and homes in the Gorge.
Important Information Please meet outside the Museum of Iron 15 minutes before your workshop start time, where a member of our team will welcome you. Free parking is available at the museum. Due to room capacity, we kindly ask that no more than two non-participating adults accompany each booking group. Join us this summer and become a Young Maker as you create, discover, and take a piece of history home with you!
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All Per Participant | £10.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 03442491895
- Accessibility
Uneven paving in one of the rooms but still wheelchair accessible.
- Meeting point
Meet outside the Museum of Iron 15 minutes before the workshop start time where a member of the team will greet you.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for children aged 8 years and above
- What to bring and wear
Aprons are provided but we recommend wearing clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
- Other
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your session.
Upcoming events
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Coalbrookdale Young Makers Workshops - Brick Making and Printing
Get hands-on with history this summer at our Young Makers Workshop! Try traditional local trades, discover the skills of the Industrial Revolution, and learn what life was really like for children who worked during this remarkable period of change.