British Glass Biennale 2026
What is the British Glass Biennale?
The British Glass Biennale is the UK's leading exhibition of contemporary glass and the flagship event of the International Festival of Glass. Held at The World of Glass, St Helens, the 2026 exhibition is open from 28 August to 1 November, showcasing outstanding work by established artists, emerging talent and recent graduates from across Britain.
We're proud to see several Glass School tutors exhibiting this year, including Alison Lowry, Heike Brachlow, Joshua Kerley, Joanna Manousis, Amanda Simmons and Helen Slater-Stokes.
Warm Glass is also delighted to sponsor the Community Mosaic with Bullseye Glass. Everyone is invited to add a piece to this collaborative artwork, making it a fun way to get involved in the festival. We're also proud to once again sponsor the People's Prize, giving visitors the chance to vote for their favourite artwork.
The People's Prize
Sponsored by Warm Glass
We're delighted to continue our sponsorship of the People's Prize and the British Glass Biennale, with an award of £750 Warm Glass UK vouchers.
Here at Warm Glass UK, we're passionate about supporting the contemporary glass community.
The People's Prize is voted by the public, with visitors of all backgrounds encouraged to engage with the exhibition by choosing their favourite artwork.
Who has previously won The People's Prize?
Madeleine Hughes
"Cornucopia"
Winner of The People's Prize 2024
Tim Rawlinson
"Echoes of Light"
Winner of The People's Prize 2022
Kate Pasvol
"Book of Welsh Walks: Brecon Beacons"
Winner of The People's Prize 2019
Colin Reid
"Sunflowers R1892"
Winner of The People's Prize 2017
