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Candle Making at Soaral

Overview

Candle Making at Soaral is a couple of peaceful, fragrant hours inside the welcoming studio of one of the island’s favourite candle makers — a chance to swap the rush of everyday life for something slower and more creative. Guided by a friendly local host, you’ll explore a palette of scents, from breezy coastal notes and soft florals to cosy woods and spices, before blending your own signature fragrance.

With expert tips, you’ll hand-pour a smooth soy-wax candle with a crackling wooden wick, learning the secrets to a clean, even burn. Choose the Warm Single-Wick (£49) for a classic candle or the Grand Three-Wick (£69) for an impressive centrepiece. The relaxed, sociable setting comes with complimentary refreshments throughout, making Candle Making at Soaral ideal for visitors discovering the Isle of Man as well as locals looking for a mindful creative activity.

When your candle eventually burns out, the studio can remake your custom scent so you can enjoy it again and again — a small touch that turns a one-off workshop into something you can keep coming back to. It’s a popular choice for a relaxed afternoon out, a couple’s activity, or simply some time to yourself away from the usual sightseeing itinerary.

What’s Included

  • Expert guidance from the candle-making host
  • All materials for either a single- or three-wick soy-wax candle
  • Complimentary hot & cold refreshments throughout the workshop
  • Your finished handcrafted candle to take home
  • 20% off all in-store purchases on the day of your workshop

Tour Highlights

  • Blending your own signature fragrance from a curated scent palette
  • Hand-pouring a soy-wax candle with a crackling wooden wick
  • Expert tips for a clean, even burn
  • Complimentary hot and cold refreshments throughout
  • A choice of Single-Wick or Three-Wick candle to take home
Important Information

Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Location: Candle-making studio (details provided after booking)
Suitable for: Ages 12+ (under-16s must be accompanied by an adult)
Available: Year-round — a good rainy-day activity or gift idea
Booking: Non-refundable, but free re-booking with 72 hours’ notice

  • Wheelchair access and other needs can be arranged — let the team know when booking
  • Contact the team directly for group bookings
  • Sessions are relaxed and self-paced, so there’s no need to rush your fragrance blend
  • The studio can remake your custom scent when your candle runs out

How much does it cost? £49 for the Warm Single-Wick candle, or £69 for the Grand Three-Wick — both prices include all materials and guidance.

Is there an age limit? The workshop is suitable for ages 12 and up; under-16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Can I cancel or change my booking? Bookings are non-refundable, but free re-booking is available with 72 hours’ notice.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible? Wheelchair access and other needs can be arranged — just let the team know when booking.

Can I reorder my candle scent later? Yes — when your candle runs out, the studio can remake your custom fragrance.

Can I book for a group? Yes — contact the team directly to arrange group bookings.

Do I need any experience with candle making? No — the workshop is designed for beginners, with your host guiding you through blending and pouring from start to finish.

What’s the difference between the two candle options? The Warm Single-Wick (£49) is a classic single-fragrance candle, while the Grand Three-Wick (£69) is a larger centrepiece candle with more presence in a room.

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