Candle making workshops in Edinburgh

Blend your own scents and pour your own candles in one of the UK's best craft cities — from £40, with 2–3 finished pieces to take home.

J Jo King Updated May 2025

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Edinburgh candle making workshops

Candle Making Workshop — Edinburgh

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Edinburgh candle making prices

Edinburgh candle making workshop price ranges, May 2025.
Session type	Price range	Duration	What you take home
Taster workshop	£40–£58	2 hrs	2–3 scented candles
Extended workshop	£55–£70	2.5–3 hrs	3–4 candles + technique notes
Private / hen do (per person)	£50–£68	2–2.5 hrs	2–3 candles + personalised labels

Book a candle making workshop in Edinburgh

ClassBento lists Edinburgh candle sessions with live dates and a money-back guarantee.

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Edinburgh craft scene

Edinburgh has one of the strongest independent craft workshop scenes in Scotland. Many candle studios source locally-inspired fragrances — heather, Highland pine, sea air — that you won't find in larger UK chain studios. If Scottish-inspired scents appeal to you, check individual studio listings for their fragrance palette before booking.

What to expect

Duration

Most Edinburgh sessions are 2–2.5 hours. You'll leave with 2–3 finished candles, ready to burn after 24 hours of curing.

Group sizes

Edinburgh studios tend to run smaller groups (6–12 people) than London equivalents. More personalised instruction as a result.

What's included

All wax, wicks, fragrance oils, containers, and equipment. You choose your scent blend and container style on the day.

Booking ahead

Edinburgh candle sessions sell out quickly around festival season (August) and December. Book 2–3 weeks ahead for those periods.

Book a candle making class in Edinburgh

2-hour workshops from £40 — soy wax, fragrance oils and all materials provided.

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FAQs

Everything you need to know before you book.

How much does a candle making workshop cost in Edinburgh?

A 2-hour candle making workshop in Edinburgh typically costs £40–£62. All materials are included — soy wax, wicks, fragrance oils, and containers. You take 2–3 finished candles home on the day. Edinburgh prices are competitive with Manchester and noticeably lower than central London. Browse current Edinburgh candle making classes →

Where can I do candle making in Edinburgh?

Edinburgh candle workshops are available across the city, with studios in the Old Town, Leith, and Stockbridge. The independent craft scene in Edinburgh is particularly strong — look for studios that specialise in natural wax and locally-inspired scents. ClassBento lists sessions with live dates. Find a class in Edinburgh →

Is candle making a good activity in Edinburgh for tourists?

Yes — candle making is a popular activity for Edinburgh visitors, especially during the Festival season and winter. It's relaxed, indoors, and you make something to take home. Sessions last 2 hours and don't require any preparation. Many studios are within walking distance of the Royal Mile.

Are there Edinburgh candle making workshops with Scottish-inspired scents?

Some Edinburgh studios offer scent palettes inspired by Scottish landscapes — heather, pine, sea air, whisky. It's worth checking individual studio listings for this. ClassBento and CraftCourses both indicate scent options in their listing details.