A and T Petersen Ltd

Contact name: trudi petersen

92
Total bookings

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over 12 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Aaron Petersen is a second generation, fine art trained blacksmith, previously the blacksmith at the museum of Welsh Life at St Fagans. He also worked as a lecturer and is a qualified teacher. Courses are run at the family forge in St Clears, West Wales. We are within driving distance of a number of well known locations, including Tenby. Why not combine a course with your holiday? All the admin is done by Trudi, assisted by Caio, our laid back lurcher.

Courses, kits & gifts

platinum award

Carmarthen

2-day blacksmithing courses

2 days

Next date: 28th Feb 2026

3 places left

(40)

£260.00

platinum award

Carmarthen

One day blacksmithing course in West Wales

7 hours

Next date: 24th Jan 2026

2 places left

(28)

£140.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

12 Nov 25'

Ute reviewed: 2-day blacksmithing courses

"We absolutely loved our 2 days with Aaron. The craic was excellent and it is surprising how much blacksmithing we managed in between a thorough run through Welsh history and language, world politics, philosophy, history of art and a wealth other topics 😁. In fact we've learned far more about blacksmithing techniques and metallurgy in theory amd practice than we'd have thought possible in such a short time and are well chuffed with the items we made. Wouldn't have dreamed we'd manage a presentable rams head poker as total beginners - Aaron is an excellent teacher - he's got the patience to let you get on but knows exactly when to step in and come to the rescue of what you were about to wreck 😆. And we even got some MIG welding thrown in as well. It was well worth the trip from the North of Scotland to Wales for this overall fabulous experience. Couldn't recommend higher. Thanks again for everything Aaron, we are hoping to be back for a new challenge in the not too distant future 🤗😎"

A and T Petersen Ltd responded:

"Thank you. What a fantastic review!. We are so pleased that you had a great time. We'd love to see you again. Aaron and Trudi "

2 Nov 25'

Emyr Williams reviewed: One day blacksmithing course in West Wales

"Hya, i didn’t do the course but my son did it and he thoroughly enjoyed it, i couldn’t do the course a I had a slipped disc and it’s putting pressure on my spinal cord and makes unable to walk more than 20 yards and stand for more than 5 minutes, but my son said he’s going to by me the course again once I’m better, diolch "

A and T Petersen Ltd responded:

"Glad Rhodri enjoyed the unexpected gift of a course. Hope you are better soon and we would love to see you when you are. Thank you for your review. It is very much appreciated. Aaron and Trudi "

15 Oct 25'

Richard Broad reviewed: 2-day blacksmithing courses

"I recently undertook the 2-day introduction course and had a very enjoyable time. Aaron was patient , being equally willing to assist me if wanted after demonstrating what needed to be done or let me give it a go. I left with a few items which I was very happy with and family / friend were very impressed with. Would highly recommend."

A and T Petersen Ltd responded:

"Thank you for your 5 star review Richard. We're glad you enjoyed the 2 days and thanks for recommending us Aaron and Trudi "

6 Oct 25'

Caroline & Caerwyn reviewed: One day blacksmithing course in West Wales

"Had a great time and learnt a huge amount in one day. A fabulous way to switch off from the world and came home with some really impressive looking handmade items! Would thoroughly recommend."

A and T Petersen Ltd responded:

"Thank you for your 5⭐ review, we're delighted you enjoyed the day Aaron and Trudi "