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House of Marbles
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Opening Dates and Times
| 2022 Opening (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022) | ||
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* Please note that on Sundays, we are open from 10 am but unable to start serving until 11 am due to Sunday trading laws.
Guide Prices
FREE entrance / no admission fees
About
Be amazed and amused at House of Marbles. Lot of wonderful sights to behold for all ages.
Shop at House of Marbles for quality toys, games and gifts that are at the heart of our business. There is so much more to discover from homeware, stationery and confectionary to fashion accessories too. Be sure to browse upstairs and down to find an unusual or unique treat for yourself or others.
Lunch, breakfast and afternoon tea are served in our fully-licensed eatery. Daily specials, children’s menus, gluten free and vegetarian options also available, along with lighter refreshments for a whistle-stop tour. On a sunny day take your dining experience outside for a unique atmosphere sitting amongst the listed kilns in the heart of the Old Pottery site. Children will want to explore the games garden for that extra amusement-factor and dogs are welcome here as well.
Teign Valley Glass is a working glassworks with a team of highly skilled glassmakers. We use traditional techniques such as glassblowing alongside new methods to create stylish and collectable glassware that you can buy in the glass shop as a lasting memento of your visit. Many people can be mesmerised here on the viewing platform as there is always something different being made by our skilled craftsmen.
With four museums of games, glass, pottery and marbles, there really is something for everyone no matter where your interests lay. The marble museum will tell you more about the worldwide phenomena that many of us as have known and loved over the years. Childhood memories flood back in the games museum and you will relish in the history of the Pottery site browsing the large collection dating back to as early as the 1700’s. Take a walk through time as you relish in the history waiting to be discovered.
Around the site are many nooks and crannies filled with charm and tradition. Bespoke made Marble Runs, our site penny press and funfair mirrors are all interactive. You will discover plenty of other quirky finds to keep you intrigued and in awe!
With ample free parking and no admission charge. Open 7 days a week throughout the year.
Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 9am – 5pm, Sunday 10am – 5pm. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day & Easter Sunday.
TripAdvisor
Travelers Choice 2021
- Excellent582
- Very Good329
- Average64
- Poor16
- Terrible10
Recent Reviews:
- clovellydreamergreat place to visit for the marble drops
14th Dec 2021Whether you like marbles or not this is a great place to visit. I was entranced by the marble drops one of which was about 20 ft high. I could have stayed and watched it all day. The glass factory... Read full review - Anita5052Super Glass Blowing workshop18th Dec 2021We had a fabulous evening together blowing glass baubles. This was a hands on 'workshop' which was our christmas present to each other. The staff tried hard and got us both in the same group instead... Read full review
- roseyo2018Exeter, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesChristmas Bauble Making1st Jan 2022We were so glad we booked the ‘make your own bauble’ glass blowing - it was a fabulous experience and so lovely to come away with baubles that we made ourselves. We stayed for a browse around the... Read full review
Facilities
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Dog Friendly
- Dogs Accepted
Facilities
Key Features
- Groups - We advise calling in advance to inform us you are coming if you are a large group.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Facilities
Other
- Gift Shop
Accessibility
- Facilities for Disabled Visitors
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access - There is level access throughout the ground floor, however unfortunately there is no access to the upstairs part of the shop due to the age of the building. Our shop assistants are happy to help you with finding anything you might require that is inaccessible.
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Restaurant
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Establishment Features
- Coach drop-off point
- Dog Friendly
- Dogs Accepted
- Free car parking
- On-site coach parking
- On-site Restaurant/Cafe
- Open All Year
- Shop
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Event Facilities
- Free Entry
Key Features
- Families
- Groups - We advise calling in advance to inform us you are coming if you are a large group.
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction - We do have an outside play and dining area for use too if the weather is suitable.
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Payment Methods
- All major credit cards accepted
- Cash & Cheque accepted
- Visa accepted
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
Tours and Demonstrations
- Demonstrations Given - Our glassworks is a working factory where glass is made and prepared throughout the year. Glassmakers are normally happy to answer questions about the products being made.
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
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House of Marbles
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Find us just off the A38 between Exeter and Plymouth, don’t miss a visit to this treasure on the edge of Dartmoor.
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