Events And

News

Take a look here for anything new that’s going on at House of Marbles! We aim to run between 2-4 events per year that are specifically tailored to you, our visitors. Our Easter & Grotto events are particularly well-loved & attended annually.

You might also be interested in our Other Things To Do In Devon page – a list of the top hotspots we recommend while in the area!

Latest Events

Moor Otters Public Arts Trail 2021

Dartmoor National Park have created a 2nd Public Arts Trail of Moor Otters, returning again for 2021! It is free to take part & will help you explore the sider Dartmoor area.

Magic Post Box (PAST EVENT)

Our shop is still open & full of Christmas cheer, but we need to do things a little differently this year!... While there's no Grotto we DO have a Magic Post Box!

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Latest News

Visiting Safely this Summer

For your safety and the safety of others, in busy periods please keep a social distance and wear a mask if you wish....

The Marvel of Making Marbles

Let me take you back in time a moment to ancient Rome, where it is known that marble-like games were played....

In Food We Trust

Within the food industry there are a few gold standards in which we all place our trust, including of course Michelin Stars, AA Rosettes & the Trencherman’s Guide...

Moor Otters return for another year

Some of you may remember way back in 2017 (when mask-wearing wasn't the norm) a marbleous public arts trail across Dartmoor featuring otters...

Our New Sustainable Products

You may not know but we're sort of environmentalists! Read this blog to find out more about what we're doing, including our new FSC Certified range.

The #MarbleRunMania Challenge!

We had such marbleous fun with our HUGE (virtual) Marble Run Challenge for Summer 2020 that we wanted to continue the project!

Glassmaking

Our modern glassworks is open to the public throughout the year, 7 days a week & is where you'll see glass being made & prepared every day..

Our Permanent Brass Rubbing Trail

Available throughout the year for just £1, this trail will help guide you around our whole site & to learn things as you go! WARNING: Some of the nooks & crannies you'll discover may get crazy!