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Stourbridge

The Glasshouse is a historic site that has been used for glassmaking since 1691. In 2000 The Ruskin Mill Land Trust purchased the then derelict factory from Royal Doulton and has been gradually transforming it over the years. It is bordered by the Stourbridge Canal and has a variety of industrial buildings that have been converted for educational, cultural, heritage and business use. The buildings and site provide a rich and creative environment for the educational and cultural development of people whilst fulfilling a key role in the regeneration of the local area. The industrial and artistic heritage embodied in the buildings and the traditions of glassmaking represent powerful forces, both symbolically and practically. This has enabled us to keep alive a cultural and economic activity that has been central to the community of Stourbridge for generations.

The Glasshouse is the collective name for the Ruskin Glass Centre, Glasshouse College, the Glasshouse Arts and Heritage Centre.

Glasshouse Phase 3 Development

Glasshouse Phase 3 Development

Glasshouse Phase 3 is a project which has transformed two of the previously un-refurbished buildings on the Glasshouse site. Read more

Published: 11th December, 2019

Updated: 18th December, 2019

Author: Janine Christley

Location: Ruskin Glass Centre, The Glasshouse, Wollaston Road, Amblecote, Stourbridge, DY8 4HF

Vale Head Farm

Vale Head Farm

Vale Head Farm was an equestrian centre when we purchased it, and over the years hard work has seen it bloom into a beautiful biodynamic farm. Read more

Published: 22nd February, 2017

Updated: 4th January, 2019

Author:

The Glasshouse

The Glasshouse

A powerful story of regeneration from derelict factory to thriving social enterprise hub... Read more

Published: 22nd February, 2017

Updated: 17th December, 2019

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  • Arthur - A Legend For Our Times

    Join us for a performance of a new imagining of King Arthur by Ruskin Mill Trust from esteemed playwright Peter Oswald. FREE Entry but booking is essential Hot food and refreshments available ( cash payments only)

  • The Bodging Project

    The Bodging Project

    The Hive are teaming up with local artist Chris Eckersley and the Craft Council to turn The Hive's gallery into a bustling woodworking workshop for four days!

  • Shakespeare - Everything to Everybody

    Shakespeare - Everything to Everybody

    The Hive is part of the Everything to Everybody project, which aims to bring Shakespeare to the people of Birmingham.

  • Verve Open Door - Poetry Open Mic Night

    Verve Open Door - Poetry Open Mic Night

    Verve Open Door is an open mic poetry event for all. The event is run monthly on the third Tuesday of every month.

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  • Hive Café and Bakery

    Hive Café and Bakery

    The Hive Café and Bakery provides a warm welcome in the heart of Birmingham's famous Jewellery Quarter, with delicious pastries, cake, bread and meals. Come and visit us and try our delicious coffee!

  • Café & Bakery

    Café & Bakery

    Visit our fabulous organic café and bakery, open Tuesday - Friday. Winner of a GOLD Visit England Award for Excellence 2020.

  • Plan your visit

    Plan your visit

    The International Festival of Glass takes place at venues across the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. Entry to all Festival venues is free, however some activities and events will have a charge.

  • Freeman Biodynamic Garden at High Riggs

    Freeman Biodynamic Garden at High Riggs

    Located in Stannington bordering the Peak District the Freeman Biodynamic Garden provides fruit and vegetables for Freeman College, Brantwood Specialist School and the Fusion Café.

  • Why we exist

    Why we exist

  • Our story

    Our story

    The seeds of Ruskin Mill Land Trust were sown in 1967 when Robin and Barbara Gordon transplanted their young sons Aonghus and Alisdair from the hothouse of the Ruskin Centre for Art Appreciation in Venice to the cold frame of a dilapidated former textile mill in Gloucestershire.

  • Vale Head Farm

    Vale Head Farm

    Vale Head Farm was an equestrian centre when we purchased it, and over the years hard work has seen it bloom into a beautiful biodynamic farm.

  • Merlin Theatre

    Merlin Theatre

    Transforming the Merlin Theatre has enriched the cultural life of Sheffield and provided cultural venue for Freeman College and Brantwood Specialist School..

  • British Glass Biennale 2019 - selected artists

    British Glass Biennale 2019 - selected artists

    The Ruskin Mill Land Trust, in association with the Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers, is delighted to announce the artists for the 2019 British Glass Biennale exhibition. Over two days an expert panel of judges chaired by Róisín de Buitléar and comprising of Dr Jane Cook, Monica Guggisberg, Angel Monzon, and Cathy Shankland, selected the very best of this year’s entries, all of which achieved a very high standard.

  • Fusion Cafe

    Fusion Cafe

    Located on Arundel Street the award winning Fusion Café provides a warm and happy atmosphere for many delighted customers. Praised by the Guardian as one of the best cafes in the North.

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This is the sister-charity of Ruskin Mill Trust, which offers independent education to young learners with complex needs.