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Candle making workshops in Manchester

Blend your own scents and pour your own candles — from £38, with 2–3 finished pieces to take home. One of the most affordable candle making cities in the UK.

J Jo King Updated May 2025

Manchester candle making prices

Manchester candle making workshop price ranges, May 2025.
Session type Price range Duration What you take home
Taster workshop £38–£55 2 hrs 2–3 scented candles
Extended workshop £55–£68 2.5–3 hrs 3–4 candles + technique notes
Private / hen do (per person) £50–£70 2–2.5 hrs 2–3 candles + personalised labels

Book a candle making workshop in Manchester

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

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Manchester tip

Manchester workshops tend to have smaller group sizes than London — you often get more one-to-one time with the instructor. The Northern Quarter and Ancoats studio scene has grown significantly, with several independent candle studios now running regular weekly sessions. Weekday evenings are particularly good for smaller groups.

What you'll do in 2 hours

Scent blending

Choose from 20–40 fragrance oils. Create a single scent or blend your own combination — floral, woody, citrus, or seasonal.

Wax & pouring

Melt soy wax, add fragrance at the correct temperature, and pour into your container. Technique and timing covered by the instructor.

Labels & finish

Personalise your candles with labels while they set. Take 2–3 finished candles home on the day — ready to burn after 24 hours.

Book a candle making class in Manchester

2-hour workshops from £38 — soy wax, fragrance oils and all materials provided.

Individual candle making courses in Manchester

A hand-picked mix of specific Manchester classes across ClassBento and CraftCourses. Each card links straight to that course so you can check dates and book.

Scent Creation and Candle Making Workshop
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Scent Creation and Candle Making Workshop

Led by Lizzy of Manchester candle company Cedar, you explore fragrance notes and essential oils before blending and pouring your own candle.

Manchester
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Aromatherapy and Wax Melt Making Class
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Aromatherapy and Wax Melt Making Class

A 90-minute small-group session on aromatherapy and essential oil blending where you create three of your own scented wax melts.

Manchester 90 minutes
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Aromatherapy Candle Making Workshop: Create Your Own Scents
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Aromatherapy Candle Making Workshop: Create Your Own Scents

A two-hour aromatherapy session where you blend your own essential oil scents and pour three jar candles in a small group.

Manchester 2 hours
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Candle Making Workshop: Create Your Own Signature Scent
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Candle Making Workshop: Create Your Own Signature Scent

A hands-on Manchester workshop focused on building a signature scent and pouring your own candle from scratch.

Manchester
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Individual courses checked live on 6 June 2026. Availability changes — if a class is full, the "find more" links on this page show every current Manchester option.

Manchester candle making

FAQs

Everything you need to know before you book.

How much does a candle making workshop cost in Manchester?

A 2-hour candle making workshop in Manchester typically costs £38–£60. This is noticeably cheaper than London for the same type of session. All materials — wax, wicks, fragrance oils, and containers — are included. You usually take 2–3 candles home on the day. Browse current Manchester candle making classes →

Where can I do candle making in Manchester?

Manchester candle making studios are spread across the city, with workshops in the Northern Quarter, Ancoats, and Didsbury. ClassBento has the widest selection of Manchester candle sessions with live availability and group booking. Find a class in Manchester →

Is a Manchester candle making workshop good for a hen do?

Yes — candle making is popular for Manchester hen dos. The lower price point vs London makes it especially good value for groups. Most studios take private bookings of 6–20 people and many offer optional extras like prosecco. Book 3–4 weeks ahead for weekend dates. Book a candle making experience in Manchester →

Can I make soy candles at a Manchester workshop?

Yes — most Manchester candle workshops use soy wax as standard. Soy is preferred for its cleaner burn, better fragrance throw, and sustainability credentials. Some studios also offer beeswax and coconut wax options.