Have you ever been intrigued by the beautiful glass beads in museums, looking like lovely little sweets? Decorative glass beads have been popular down the ages, from ancient Egypt and throughout the Roman Empire to the Vikings and ancient Britons. They even prompted Harold Monro’s poem, ‘Overheard on a Saltmarsh’ about a goblin begging for green glass beads stolen out of the moon. Inspired by Anglo Saxon beads found in East Anglia, this historic glass bead making experience uses modern equipment at the Blue Flame Glass Studio. Staring with the basics, it’s a fantastic gift for crafters, budding archaeologists and history lovers. Either book a one-to-one or bring a couple of friends (up to 3 with prices per person).

Lasting about 3 hours, you’ll have a fun time being creative in Claire’s relaxing company. She’ll teach you the secrets of glass lamp working and help you create your own beautiful designs for jewellery and meaningful gifts! Bring your glass dreams to life and rest assured, Claire welcomes a challenge! The Blue Flame Glass Studio is based at Salle Moor Hall Farm, near Reepham in the heart of Norfolk. It’s surrounded by other cool little indie businesses so go along and be enchanted by the gorgeous countryside, fabulous walks, pretty cycle routes and breathtaking big blue skies. OK, sometimes they’re grey. But no less glorious for that! Marvellously, there’s a craft tap room next door so you could pop in for a pint of delectable lambic beer afterwards.