A W Artist Blacksmiths reviews

Tony reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Great course, excellent food. Clear instructions leading to being able to make something that I didn't think was possible in such a short time I can thoroughly recommend this."

Geoff Callender reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Was a Christmas Gift and very different to what we would normally do. We had a great day and everyone was very helpful. Would recommend to any one who wants to do something different."

Steven Hill reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A fantastic day, Ade, Andy and Debbie did a great job taking us through the work and helping us get it all done and feeding everyone. If you like making things then this is a must for you, I would very much recommend this"

Jack Armitage reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Fantastic day ( flowers ) my 4 th course Adrian and Andy are on hand to solve any problems. Debbie provides fantastic food from home made cakes and biscuits to a fabulous vegetarian lunch followed by cheese and a gorgeous pudding. I can't believe what can be created under the expert tuition of Adrian and Andy Brilliant Brilliant day . Be warned you lot I'll be back along with Dax . You have been warned lol XXX"

Simon reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I was bought this taster day as a birthday present. It was an excellent experience. Many have commented already about the food on offer and that starts as soon as you arrive with the homemade biscuits and flapjacks, then continues with a tasty and large portioned lunch and even ends with cake. All of this is well earned in the rare uk heat wave spent at the forges. The sessions were pitched perfectly building confidence and slowly developing the skills to make the two items to take home. It was tiring but I really did leave wanting more. I really can’t recommend these folk highly enough both in patience, skills and relaxed personalities. Many thanks Simon"

Dax Hewitt reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This is the 4th time I have been out to play with Adrian, Andy and Debbie. Once again what a fantastic day. This time was the flower course. We made 2 flute Lilley, one with more traditional petals, a fantastic rose and some curly bits as accent pices. As always Adrian does a demo of each step then he and Andy walk round the room pointing out hints and tips and helping where needed and partaking of a good bit of banter. I have done a lot of different "experience" days and these guys run the best of the lot. In fact I am going to go one further, you don't come here to experience what it would be like to be a blacksmith, you come here to be a blacksmith. Thank you very much guys, I am looking forward to my next visit."

Neil reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A fantastic day! I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it. Thank you."

Trevor Rymer reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"What a brilliant course. Ade and Andy keep an eye on you and I guess assess your needs. They only step in to advise/help where necessary. Quite frequent for me. It did seem that everyone on the course was well covered by the two mentors who did not seem to mind the diversity of talent and attended with great good humour. The food. Oh the food! Debbie makes great food. Debbie is used to feeding Ade and Andy. No small job! Both of these guys are built like blacksmiths. Beware at dinner time,you may not be able to move too well afterwards. Excellent course. Trev"

Helen reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I’ve wanted to try my hand at blacksmithing for many years, and so when a colleague recommended this course, I asked my husband to buy me a place on the course as my Christmas present. I was a little apprehensive when I walked into the barn to find myself the only woman (apart from Debbie) among a group of big guys with beards! But Adrian and Andy reassured me that I’d be fine, and it turned out to be a brilliant day! Everyone has their own anvil and tools to work with, so you can concentrate fully on your piece and get a real sense of achievement when it is complete. Andy was great - when I struggled he was always on hand to help out, fixing the occasional mistake, and encouraging me, to get me on track again. Debbie’s food was wonderful! My son was so impressed with my dragon coat hook, he now wants to do the course himself! I’d recommend it to anyone who wants to learn a new skill, do something creative, and doesn’t mind getting sweaty and dirty, even a 58 year old woman like myself!"

Andrew Stewart reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Ade and his team were fabulous and informative. At no point did you feel that they would take over and finish your piece they really are keen for you to do it yourself . I would highly reccomend the taster course . Really great food too and plènty of it . I will be back again!!! Thankyou for a great day."

Ian Arnott reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A great day the forge with Adrian and Andy. I love the dragon coat rack we made, it now takes pride of place in my man shed. Debbie makes a great lunch, the cheesecake was out of this world. Would love to go again and learn some more skills. Am already wondering how to convince the wife to let me get a gas forge! Thanks for a great day."

Peter Mann reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Thanks Adrian and the team for a great two day course. As a beginner in blacksmithing I find it extremely enjoyable to have expert tuition on hand yet the freedom to have a go without being overlooked. Adrian has a very positive style and attitude and gives value to your efforts and results. Anyone reading this and wondering if they could do it, I'd say have a go. You're in great hands. Thanks again."

Ben Hanley reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A brilliant day for me and my father. My dads first time at the forge and my second. Adrian and Andy were great meaning that dad and the rest of the class could do the beginners course while I did something a little different. The guys and Debbie are brilliant making you feel right at home as soon as you step through the door creating a wonderful relaxed atmosphere so everyone can get on making their own treasured creations. This course is great letting you channel your inner artist into making something from a lump of steel or if your like me and not the artistic type you get to learn some great skills ( Plus there's something intoxicating about hitting hot metal with a hammer!!!) Artist or engineer you'll love this course, it's great therapy and hugely satisfying creating something from scratch by hand. I cannot recommend this enough, my second visit and i'll be back for a third!!"

Craig Harrison reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I paid for a course for myself and my partner Debbie, christmas present for her! (do I know how to show a girl a good time?) and we both loved it......class size was just right, the instruction and guidance given throughout the day was excellent and the food was unbelievable......and so much of it too. We will be signing up for a return visit. Craig"

Andy Hedges reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I did the introductory 1 day course and thought it was excellent. A well equipped workshop and your own anvil to work at. Instruction was thorough yet concise, meaning you could get stuck in to trying your hand at forging in a very short space of time. The food by Debbie was excellent and abundant - the cheesecake was a particular favourite. Adrian and Andy are very willing and able to answer any questions you have. I have already recommended the course to a friend and would consider doing a further course myself when I get the time."

Andy Wilks reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Me and my wife spent a day with Adrian and Andy and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, by the end of the day we were shattered but filled with a sense of achievement. The day starts off with a health and safety message and then onto the demonstrations to guide you through the build of your metal creations, Adrian and Andy were there to offer help and guidance as needed, and Debbie provided the wonderful home cooked creations that kept us sustained throughout the day. A day I can thoroughly recommend, so enjoyable and satisfying."

Ian Wilson reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This course was a gift from my daughter and son-in-law for a milestone birthday and was a complete surprise. From the outset it was obvious that this was going to be a relaxed (maybe not the right description come 4 o'clock) and enjoyable day with great knowledge, guidance and direction, as well as some stories and 'jokes', from the guys and lovely home cooking from Debbie. Everything was explained and demonstrated well and apart from the odd blister for those wielding hammers for possibly the first time there were no problems!! Was it worth going? - Yes Did I meet some interesting people? - Yes Would I attend another course here? - Yes Would I recommend it to others? - Most definitely Thank you very much."

Charlie Hill reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I had loads of fun, there was good guidance on blacksmithing techniques. The lunch was nice because we had burgers made on the forge. Thank you for a fun and creative day."

A W Artist Blacksmiths responded:

"Hi Charlie, Thank you so much for your review. Really do appreciate it. I really enjoyed our 1 to 1 session and really pleased you liked our burgers, its a bit of a Thursday tradition here at the forge. Hope you are inspired enough to further your training in the craft of blacksmithing, you certainly have a natural ability. Good luck."

Martin Blyth reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Had a really great day at the forge, right from the start of the day to the end it was very well organised. Great welcome from Debbie with a cuppa and cake, atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. Once Adrian went through the health & safety it was straight in to the blacksmithing which is what people want. Within half an hour of starting we had our first piece of steal in the fire. Adrian gave really clear demonstrations and let us go to work but was always on hand with help if needed. Debbie also provided a delicious big lunch. This was a gift from my wife, so as a gift it's great for all ages and abilities."

Wendy Stafford reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Really enjoyed the day, the tuition and friendliness of Adrian and David and the lovely food provided by Debbie. It was hard work but worth every minute to learn the techniques and appreciate the skill of a Blacksmith in general. David's work is lovely anyway but his generocity in advice and help is really appreciated This was a gift from my son and daughter to help me appreciate the medium of metal and to help with my own business of glass by bringing the two mediums together.It certainly achieved that for me. I now feel better equiped to communicate with the metal worker about my requirements but I have also learnt a new skill which I would like to explore further, but perhaps not become a Blacksmith :-) Thank you Adrian, Debbie and David for the wonderful day."

chris storey reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I would like to thank Adrian and Debbie for a fantastic day at the forge,the day was bought for me by my daughters for my birthday,the content and delivery of the tuition in my opinion was faultless the lunch and refreshments was first class and I came away feeling like a blacksmith even though that is some way off can't wait to go back."

Mr Rixhard Allanson reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"The day bought for me as a surprise gift for my birthday. A most enjoyable experience , the hosts very helpful and guided me through every stage of the day. I was most pleased with the items i made and will be a forever reminder of a brilliant day. Would highly recommend. Thankyou, Regards Richard"

Susan Green reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"We had a great day, the course was very informative and fun. It was a nice sized group, not too many. The lunch and homebakes were delicious."

T Sutton reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"An excellent day, that I can recommend to anyone willing to get their hands dirty to achieve something in a day. At 71 years old, I was a little apprehensive at going near to a forge, but the instruction and support from Adrian and Andy was just great. And the techniques we used to bend and fashion metal into something useful and decorative were enlightening. Thanks also to Debbie for the excellent lunch and other refreshments during the day. Thank you all."

Susan & David Davies reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"What a fabulous day. Great atmosphere, lovely people and superb instruction. Oh yes and great food! Anyone who is interested in trying this out but unsure of their ability should attend one of these courses. Importantly one goes away with not only a sense of achievement but also genuine 'respect' for this craft and the people involved with it. David & Susan Davies"