Stained-Glass Summer School 2026

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Course code: K20F

An opportunity for beginners to create a leaded glass panel, while improvers focus on their own individual projects.

when: From 27 Jul 2026 to 31 Jul 2026
Full time - all week 10:00-16:00 one week
Tutor: Ruth Adams

where

location to be advised

fees

full fee for this course £296.00, concession fee £197.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

A weeklong Summer School for beginners and improvers, offering an immersive learning experience with plenty of time to develop creativity and skills.

What can students expect?

Beginners will be guided step by step through the process of creating a simple leaded stained-glass panel. Those with some experience can further develop their skills, try new techniques, and work on their own projects. Expect a week of fun and intensive study.

Late starters allowed?

Yes

Previous experience required?

No.

What is the progression route?

Learners can enrol on Wednesday afternoon courses to build their skills and explore new techniques or join a Saturday workshop to learn the copper foil (Tiffany-style) method.

Are there any extra costs?

Yes. Learners will need to purchase materials such as coloured glass, lead, and additional solder and cement for larger panels. Coloured glass can be bought from the tutor or local suppliers. Material costs vary by project scale, but an A3 sized panel typically costs around £55. Fee includes classroom sundries (e.g. paper, masking tape, tracing paper, glass cleaner, kiln shelf paper, two strips of solder, fluxes, white spirit, patinas, glass paints, etc).

Work set between sessions?

No, but learners may choose to continue to develop their design at home or make a trip to the local stained-glass suppliers.

What should students bring?

<ul>
<li>Sturdy footwear</li>
<li>An apron</li>
<li>A notebook</li>
<li>Lunch </li>
</ul>

2 or 3 different design ideas - these can be in form of doodles, sketches, photographs, pictures from books or magazines. They will act as inspiration and a starting point to for you develop an original design idea to make your stained-glass panel.

Teaching method/style?

Demonstrations and one-to-one support and guidance.

Equipment Required

Equipment and tools are provided. The tutor can advise learners who wish to purchase their own equipment.

Course Cancellations and Refunds

If we cancel your course

<ul>
<li>You will receive a full refund of course fees.</li>
<li>We are not responsible for any additional costs, such as materials already purchased.</li>
</ul>

If you cancel

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: refund minus a 20% administration fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no refund provided.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
</ul>

Refund processing

<ul>
<li>Refunds for online or telephone enrolments will be made via the original payment method within 14 days of approval. </li>
<li>If you enrolled in the office, you will need to come in with your payment card to arrange a refund.</li>
</ul>

Transfers

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: transfer minus a 10% transfer fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no transfer provided.</li>
<li>All transfers are subject to availability.</li>
<li>Transfers between Language levels may be possible with less than 7 days notice, subject to availability.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
<li>If we cancel your course, and you wish to transfer to another course this will be free of charge.</li>
</ul>

Illness and non-attendance

<ul>
<li>We recognise that illness and unforeseen circumstances may arise. However, please note that we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or transfers for missed sessions due to ill health or non-attendance.</li>
</ul>