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Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

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Description

Ever wanted to try your hand at the ancient art of blacksmithing? Spend a day getting one to one tuition from Chris, a qualified Blacksmith, in his Warwickshire workshop. Go at it hammer and tongs, learn how to manipulate hot steel and produce your own metal masterpiece. Choose from a range of small projects to make and take away with you. Full day courses for two people are also available if you want to bring a friend. I only take on one or two students at a time, no group sessions, this way you get to spend as much time forging as you want! Ages 14 and up, please note that courses are not suitable for under 18’s unless accompanied by a paying adult. Some elements of the course may be subject to change on the day. Please select 'message the tutor' to get in touch to make enquiries about any specific dates. I will reply to all enquiries within a few days. If you don't hear back from me within a few days please check your spam/junk folders. Hope to see you soon!

What's included in the price?

Tea and coffee, please bring your own lunch. All materials are included, keep whatever you make.

Duration

1 day

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Chris The Smith

with Craft Courses since 2015

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Suitable for

Adults
Teenagers
Public transport
Daytime (weekdays)
Father's Day
Suitable for beginners
Mother's Day
Parking provided
Intermediate level

What does this mean?

Message the tutor

Venue

Forshaw Heath Road, Earlswood, Solihull, Warwickshire, B94 5JU

Reviews

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10 Feb 24'

Mary reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"I can thoroughly recommend this course. Chris was a fabulous teacher and was great fun to spend the day with. I came away having learnt a huge amount about being a blacksmith, the history of blacksmithing and also with a sense of fulfillment at having tried my hand at a new skill. "

19 Jan 24'

Simon Benn reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"I had not been striking metal on an anvil since 1980 at school. Chris helped me create two pieces during the day by explaining why and how I was going to do the next task, then watching Chris do the task, followed by me doing the same task with guidance all the way. The time flew by as the conversation throughout the day was great. As an experience there is nothing I would change. The leaf key-ring I made now holds the keys to my workshop as a permanent reminder of a wonderful day. It has left me wanting to do more, as the sense of achievement I got from this day is so good. I thoroughly recommend this day as you will leave the forge with a big smile on your face."

12 Jan 24'

Bob Mitchell-King reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Excellent day's experience of blacksmithing. Chris answered all my questions and gave me much to think about."

15 Dec 23'

Andy Liddle reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day. Great tuition at a nice steady pace with everything explained clearly. Look forward to the next day with you Chris!"

27 Nov 23'

Lorri reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

"Fantastic day with Chris. Extremely informative and good fun. Chris has an excellent way of teaching and passing on his passion for the craft and was extremely helpful and understanding when we needed to change dates. Would thoroughly recommend this experience with Chris. "

21 Nov 23'

Craig reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"I was able to fulfill a long term ambition to return to the forge after a 40+ year absence having last hit an anvil back at school. My day with Chris was so rewarding. The day was well structured and paced appropriately. I so want to go back."

6 Sep 23'

Jo reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Great day with Chris. Excellent tuition and Chris is relaxed and very experienced in his craft. Would highly recommend. "

14 Jul 23'

Karen reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

"We had a great day with Chris learning a variety of techniques and finishing up with a lovely keepsake. He was a patient teacher, happy to let us perform all the steps even when it took us a while! Highly recommended. He was also very helpful when we had to rearrange an earlier date at short notice due to illness."

23 Jun 23'

Florian reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Very skilled teacher, very good experience to do "

21 Jun 23'

Mike Fricker reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

"Great day, Chris is an experienced, calm and good tutor. He explains at a really good pace and demonstrates brilliantly. My son and I had a great day and I would recommend to anyone wanting to try out forge working. "

1 Jun 23'

Ian Joyce reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"It's difficult to add much to what has already been said about Chris and his teaching style. I felt fully engaged all day never being left with a question unanswered. Of course I left with a couple of dubiously crafted items that Chris was very polite about... Thanks Chris, I heartily recommend this day."

19 May 23'

Dave Mitchell reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Had a great day with Chris, he has a calmness about him that gives you the confidence to carry out the various tasks throughout the day. Would definitely recommend and great value for money."

30 Apr 23'

Carl reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Fantastic day and 100% value for money. Chris is an awesome tutor and finds the right mix between theory and practical. His training method ensures you know the end to end process of forging from forge design, H&S, tools and equipment, the stages of creating a piece and finishing. The practical element saw me make two pieces within the time and each piece was step by step with Chris demonstrating each step and me following after. I’ve walked away with both the desire and the confidence to do some on my own! Top day Chris thanks very much! Definitely recommend. "

31 Mar 23'

Allyson reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Great course with excellent tuition, good clear guidance and very informative - came away with some items - who knew I could work with metal! Would recommend as a great opportunity to try working with a different material - a great day was had "

8 Mar 23'

Sandy G-S reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

"This is a superb course. Chris is a very informative, knowledgable, skillful and patient tutor. Each stage was explained and demonstrated before we attempted it ourselves. Would recommend to anyone interested in artistic blacksmithing."

28 Feb 23'

Matt Cartwright reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Fantastic Experience, not only had a great day with a very friendly instructor but came home with the signature leaf keyring and additionally a unique letter opener. Would highly recommend to anyone who's had any interest in smithing!"

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Maker

Chris The Smith

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Reviews

Mary reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Simon Benn reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Bob Mitchell-King reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Andy Liddle reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

Lorri reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

Craig reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Jo reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Karen reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

Florian reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Mike Fricker reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

Ian Joyce reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Dave Mitchell reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Carl reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Allyson reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

Sandy G-S reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for Two

Matt Cartwright reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

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