Stained Glass Workshop

Learn traditional stained glass techniques at this beginner friendly workshop in Shepton Mallet.



6 hours Class size 5 to 7 guests       £95

Learn how to cut glass

Learn How to Cut Glass

Score and break the glass with these simple techniques


Creating your panel

Creating Your Panel

The day consists of cutting your glass and then learning how to cut lead to hold your panel together


Soldering and cementing

Soldering and Cementing

Finally we work with the soldering iron to hold the lead together and fill the channels with cement to make it waterproof


Come and learn how to make your own small stained glass panel using traditional techniques in this engaging workshop.
You will be guided through the basic skills involved in stained glass, including how to cut glass safely to a pattern, how to prepare and cut the lead, and the method for soldering the lead joints together to complete your design.
This is a course designed specifically for beginners and is held in a learner-friendly environment, so no prior experience is necessary. There will be a number of patterns available for you to pick from on the day.
You'll leave the session with a wonderful sense of achievement and your very own traditionally made stained glass panel, ready to catch the light at home.
Please note: Please do not wear open-toed shoes to this course.
What you'll get
All tools, equipment, and glassware are provided!
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Knowledge required
Beginners Workshop
What to bring
'Woven Café' is based next door to my workshop, so you can grab a toastie, cake, or proper coffee there. Alternatively, please bring your own lunch! We are in the countryside outside of Shepton Mallet town centre, so it is far to travel out on the lunch break.
Suitable for

This class is great for a birthday or hen do.

Location

Rock Farm, Windsor Hill Ln, Shepton Mallet

5 minutes north of Shepton Mallet, closest train station is 'Castle Cary'

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Recent reviews of Stained Glass Workshop

  • 5/5 from Nicola Steadman, attended Jul 2026: This was a brilliant day and by the end we had all produced a beautiful stained glass panel. April was a fantastic teacher, explaining and demonstrating all the different processes - she was also very knowledgeable and had a lot of patience. The location was lovely and easy to locate with parking and a cafe next door to the workshop. All the tools and materials were supplied and the group size was kept to a maximum of 7 to accommodate everyone. The workshop was easy to book with the voucher and I would highly recommend this to anyone interested in doing this. I’m looking forward to repeating or participating in a different workshop with April.
  • 5/5 from Fiona Macpherson, attended Jul 2026: What a great, fun workshop. Our teacher, Alice was really experienced and helped all us beginners to produce a nice piece of stained glass work. Nice location too. Throughly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Pike, attended Jun 2026: Lovely day spent celebrating birthdays. April explained everything very well and kept everyone on track. I have come home with something I am proud of. Thanks for a lovely day.
  • 5/5 from Jane Norman, attended May 2026: I had a great day, and am really pleased with the stained glass panel I made. April was a good teacher, she explained each step well and helped if needed. The class was relaxed and interesting. i definitely recommend it.
  • 5/5 from Cora Peeters, attended Mar 2026: What a fabulous day, really enjoyable and accessible for all abilities. April is a great teacher, calm and clear, and on hand to help. We made stained glass panels and everyone's looked amazing. Yummy toasties in the community cafe next door too.
Your teacher

April Pebble
April Pebble

5.0 (7)
female Women-owned

April is passionate about all techniques in glass. She became captivated by its luminosity, jewel like radiance and ability to cast shadows of colour. Her own creative practise involves traditional stained glass techniques and warm glass techniques such as fusing. Her work is inspired by nature, folkloric stories and aims to bring about beauty through light.
April teaches in her workshop at Rock Farm in Shepton Mallet. She has also trained as a Stained Glass Conservator at Holywell Glass in Wells and ran therapeutic art sessions for the Charity One25. Her approach to learning is to encourage and problem solve. Being dyslexic herself she understands that repetition and clear instructions are important to help learners get the most from her workshops. Her main aim is for her students to have fun, gain some confidence in a craft and leave with something uniquely beautiful.

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