This course is an exciting, day-long course, perfect for beginners and those with some experience, where you’ll make your own project to take home with you. Try your hand at the anvil, pump the bellows, and get the fire roaring as you learn the ancient craft of the blacksmith.

*PLEASE NOTE - we will require design ideas to be sent through or discussed with us prior to the course. This will allow us to determine if the project is achievable and give us some time to plan the make for you.*

5% Discount when booking for 2 
10% Discount when booking for 4... applied at checkout.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 
The Forge - We’re not at the pub just yet… 
Upon arrival, you’ll be met by the instructing smith who’ll give you a tour of the forge, provide tea, and coffee, and give the safety brief. The next step will be to review your project and discuss the steps we'll be taking to complete the job in the day.  

You Twisted Fire Starter
After the plan has been made, it’s time to man the bellows and start the fires. You’ll be taught how to properly maintain and control the raging blaze, enabling you to heat and forge the steel. You’ll gain an understanding of how the bellows function, the teamwork required to keep the forges lit, and how the fire functions as well as the history of blacksmithing and its impact on the world. 

Let the Hammer Fall
We may start the day's forging with a simple project where you’ll be taught the basic practices and techniques of forging, equipping you with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to forge almost anything. Having completed the first task, you’ll move on to your own project, continuing to learn and progress. 

The Bellowing Belly 
It’s no fun working on an empty stomach, so we’ll have an hour to rest and eat. Though if you’re really keen, lunch can be eaten on the go. Be sure to bring plenty of food as you’re sure to work up and appetite. 

Visit our Shop
We now have an organic SHOP on-site, next to The Smithy, that sells cold drinks and snacks as well as forged items and artwork in the Gallery section.

Flash! Ahhhhhh!
The final job of the day, when you’re dirty, sweaty, and tired, is to jump in-front of the camera and show off your hard work to the world! Because if you didn’t catch it on camera, it didn’t really happen. However, unlike most experiences, you get to leave with your masterpieces to treasure forever. 

WHAT YOU CAN MAKE • Almost anything... with in reason!

GUIDELINES 
Working at the anvil is physically demanding and comes with some risks; blisters and burns being foremost among them. Please seek advice from your doctor before booking if you are unsure. To minimise the risk of injury please dress accordingly, long sleeves are advised, long trousers and work boots are a must. Please try to avoid synthetic clothing, we recommend cotton-based materials like denim. Open-toed footwear is not allowed in the forge. Leather, safety, work, or hiking boots are strongly advised. And please ensure you can tie long hair back from your face. The forge can be cold in winter despite the fires, therefore please check the weather before setting off and bring warm clothing if necessary.