Christmas candle-making workshop
Experience the therapeutic art of candle making this festive season.
- Booking essential
Join us for a relaxed, feel-good workshop making a festive soy wax candle with Zilfani Soaps and Scents founder Dee Beecham. With all materials provided, Dee will guide you step-by-step as you choose your scent and pour and create your candle.
During the workshop you'll learn about the benefits of natural soy wax; discover why Dee loves using wooden wicks with their beautiful, gentle crackle; choose your own festive fragrance; pour and create your own Christmas candle; take home a handmade candle to enjoy throughout the festive season or to gift to a loved one. No experience is needed. Dee will guide you through every step. A gift for yourself or a loved one, your natural crafted candle will bring a warm glow to your festive season. Price includes all materials and light refreshments.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Candle making workshop | £45.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
The Old Kitchen is level access and there is a disabled WC in the plant centre. Please contact the property directly if you have any concerns about accessibility.
- Meeting point
From the plant centre, follow signs to the main office and ring the bell to be admitted. The workshop takes place in the Old Kitchen.
- Suitability for children
Adults only please
- What to bring and wear
We recommend wearing old clothing. You are welcome to bring an apron.
- Other
If you require more information about ingredients or allergens for this event, please contact uptonhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk
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