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Candle making workshops in London

Two hours blending scents and pouring your own candles — from £45, with 2–3 finished pieces to take home. One of London's most popular social craft activities.

J Jo King Updated May 2025

London candle making prices

London candle making workshop price ranges, May 2025.
Session type Price range Duration What you take home
Taster workshop £45–£65 2 hrs 2–3 scented candles
Extended workshop £60–£75 2.5–3 hrs 3–4 candles + technique notes
Private / hen do (per person) £55–£80 2–2.5 hrs 2–3 candles + personalised labels
Soy + botanical workshop £65–£85 2.5 hrs 2 botanical-pressed candles

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ClassBento lists London candle workshops with live dates, group booking, and a money-back guarantee.

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What happens in a candle making workshop

1

Scent blending

Choose from 20–40 fragrance oils and blend your own signature scent. Instructors guide you on proportions and top/middle/base note combinations.

2

Wax prep & pouring

Melt soy wax to the correct temperature (55–65°C), add fragrance at the right stage, and pour into your container. Timing and temperature matter.

3

Wick placement

Centre the pre-tabbed wick before the wax sets. Most studios use wick bars or a pencil-and-tape method. A centred wick means an even burn.

4

Cooling & labelling

Your candles cool and set over 30–60 minutes while you work on others or relax. Most studios let you personalise labels before you leave.

🎉 London candle making for hen parties

Candle making is consistently one of the top-booked hen do activities in London — it's relaxed, social, and everyone leaves with something personal. Most studios take private group bookings (6–20 people) and offer prosecco add-ons. Book at least 3–4 weeks ahead for weekend hen dates.

Book a candle making class in London

2-hour workshops from £45 — 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 London?

A 2-hour candle making workshop in London typically costs £45–£75. This includes all wax, wicks, fragrance oils, containers, and instruction. You usually take 2–3 finished candles home on the day. London workshops are at the higher end of UK pricing — expect £55–£75 for central London studios. Browse current London candle making classes →

Where can I do candle making in London?

Candle making workshops are spread across London, with a concentration in East London (Shoreditch, Hackney), South London (Peckham, Brixton), and North London. ClassBento and CraftCourses both list London sessions with live availability. Workshops run most weekends and many weekday evenings. Find a class in London →

Is candle making a good hen do activity in London?

Yes — candle making is one of the most popular hen party activities in London. It's relaxed, social, and everyone takes home personalised candles. Most studios take private bookings for groups of 6–20. Prices for private hen events typically run £55–£80 per person including prosecco options. Book a candle making experience in London →

Can complete beginners do a candle making workshop in London?

Yes — all candle making workshops are designed for complete beginners. You'll learn scent blending, pouring temperatures, wick placement, and troubleshooting. No preparation needed. You take 2–3 finished candles home on the day. Browse beginner classes in London →

What fragrance can I choose at a candle making workshop?

Most London studios offer 20–40 fragrance oils to blend from — covering florals, citrus, woodsy, and seasonal scents. Some studios let you take additional fragrance tester samples. You can usually create a custom blend or choose a pre-tested recipe.