Ruskin Mill Land Trust

British Glass Biennale 2019 – Call to Artists

Calling all artists working in glass. The online submission is now open. Deadline is midnight 24 February 2019Read more

Spirit of Invention

Heritage displays are looking just wonderful in our new Hive Heritage Hub, BirminghamRead more

Christmas Craft Fair - Stallholder recruitment

We are currently recruiting stallholders for our Christmas Craft Fair which will be taking place at the Ruskin Glass Centre on Saturday 24th and Sunday the 25th November 2018Read more

Neurodiversity - a living conference press release

The famous Hay Festival and Ruskin Mill Trust have joined forces to launch Neurodiversity: a Living Conference, a new two-day event exploring and celebrating neurodiversity, taking place Friday 27 & Saturday 28 July 2018 at Ruskin Mill, Nailsworth. Aimed at parents and professionals, the two-day event will feature talks, panels, performances and workshops that offer new perspectives on autism, creativity and engagement and trying the therapeutic and productive aspects of craftwork.Read more

Please Read Our Updated Privacy Notice

We have made some changes to the Ruskin Mill Land Trust Limited Privacy Policy in line with new data protection regulations.Read more

Permission to Start!

The New Standard Works has received the official permission to start on the next phases of development from the Heritage Lottery Fund.Read more

British Glass Biennale Awards Announced

Thirteen Awards were presented to artists exhibiting in the 2017 British Glass Biennale, with three artists each picking up two awards. Joseph Harrington won Best in Show with his stunning piece 'St Helens ii'.Read more

2017 Festival - A Huge Success

The 2017 Festival was considered a huge success, with fantastic demonstrations, fascinating talks, lively entertainment, superb exhibitions and brilliant blue skies!Read more

Latest

Ridgeway Music embraces the Merlin stage again this year with their Christmas Performance

Cortana Productions presents 'The Dark Place With The Lift'

Wannabe playwright Nick has spent his whole life creating one big mess after another. But now he’s got the chance to make something of himself. Or would have, if it wasn’t for that dark place with the lift! Advance tickets £8 Adults, £6 Seniors, Students and Unwaged – booking fees apply Tickets on the door: £10 and £8.

The Boy Who Cried Wolf

A re-imagining of one of the most loved of Aesop's Fables. Jacob is a young boy who loves to be playful. When he is given the responsibility of being the village shepherd his wild imagination leads him astray... This tale, about the power of our words, is brought to life for young children and their families with Angel Heart's combination of puppetry, dynamic storytelling, live music and song, with the chance to join in.

2017 British Glass Biennale

The 2017 exhibition featured work by 63 contemporary artists, including British makers living and working abroad for the first time. Since its inception in 2004 the Biennale has awarded £100,000 worth of prizes to artists.

Plan your visit

The International Festival of Glass takes place at venues across the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. Entry to most Festival venues is free, however some activities may incur a small charge. A Festival Pass is required for entry to Ruskin Glass Centre over the four days. A Festival Pass allows entry to lectures, demonstrations, the British Glass Biennale and other exhibitions on site, and some performances.

Hive Cafe and Bakery

The Hive Cafe and Bakery is now open! Providing a warm welcome in the heart of Birmingham's famous Jewellery Quarter, with delicious pastries, cake, bread and meals. Come and visit us. Try our coffee!

Why we exist

British Glass Biennale 2017

The flagship British Glass Biennale 2017 exhibition featuring work by 63 artists. Winner of Best on Show - Joseph Harrington with St Helens ii.

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.

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. Thanks to much hard work over the last three years High Riggs has been changed from a disused tree nursery to a new highly productive market garden.