Katrina Beattie Glass

Katrina Beattie Glass Contemporary Glass

20/05/2026
22/04/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the permanent closure of Bristol Blue Glass.

Despite our passion and efforts, the ongoing challenges have simply become insurmountable for a small business like ours.

After receiving notice last year, on our Bath Road premises, with a scheduled move-out date set for February 2026 a petition was drawn up from our wonderful local Councillor Andrew Varney.

The support from the community, with over 7,000 signatures, was truly humbling. And, thanks to community backing and negotiations with Bristol City Council, we secured a new premises and an extension of our existing lease until the end of May 2026.

Unfortunately, due to the ill health of our managing directors and the rising costs of fuel, exacerbated by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, a large increase in premises rental and required refurbishment and other essential expenses, the financial strain has become overwhelming.

We did our best, but the truth is, the circumstances and financial requirements are beyond our control.

We want to be transparent about the realities we've faced.

The challenges stem largely from the government’s appalling treatment of small businesses, their lack of leadership, and the high tax burden that makes operating a manufacturing business more like an expensive hobby than a sustainable livelihood.

Serving Bristol with fine glass has been an absolute pleasure and a true honour.

Bristol Blue Glass stands as a testament to the city’s artistic and industrial legacy, and as a heritage business it’s heartbreaking to have to say goodbye.

To everyone who supported us along the way, thank you. Your encouragement and loyalty has meant the world. We are grateful for the memories and the community we’ve built.

We appreciate your patience with us, as we process this difficult time. And, we will keep you informed of any further information.

Thank you for being part of our journey.

With heartfelt appreciation,

The BBG Team
www.bristol-glass.co.uk

08/03/2026
17/01/2026

We are excited to share that Pilchuck Glass School, in collaboration with Chihuly Studio and Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, is presenting CHIHULY: Venice 2026.  
 
Thirty years after transforming the city and its canals with his groundbreaking Chihuly Over Venice project, world-renowned artist Dale Chihuly, returns to the source of his inspiration with CHIHULY: Venice 2026. Opening on May 5, 2026, this exhibition will be anchored by three dramatic new sculptures installed along the Grand Canal, celebrating the artist’s enduring dialogue with the city that fundamentally shaped his career. 
 
“Pilchuck Glass School is thrilled to support Chihuly: Venice 2026,” said Donna Davies, Executive Director. “Pilchuck exists because of Dale and his indomitable generosity and vision. The inspiration and collaboration he gleaned from his time in Venice paved the way for him to found a school built on a commitment of collaboration, experimentation and exploration.”  
 
The installations will be accompanied by an interpretive and archival center housed at the Istituto Veneto di Scienze, Lettere ed Arti, opening May 5, 2026, concurrent with the Venice Biennale.  
 
We are proud to be a part of this monumental exhibition and can’t wait to see it come to life in the spring. More details are soon to come, so be sure to follow along.  
 
Dale Chihuly with Palazzetto Stern Chandelier Venice, 1996  
© 1996 Chihuly Studio.  
All rights reserved. Photo by Russell Johnson 
 

I’ll be on Abbeygate Street…… see you there
18/11/2025

I’ll be on Abbeygate Street…… see you there

Explore the chalets ahead of the crowds on Wed 26th Nov between 5pm and 7pm

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