Arian's Forge reviews

Jonathan Thomas reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Fantastic experience Really enjoyed the day and instruction was brilliant. Highly recommend this for all "

Simon reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"I recently attended a 1 day blacksmithing experience day with Arian as a gift from my wife. Although it was the coldest day of the year so far it was great fun. Arian is an extremely patient and knowledgeable teacher and he made it a lovely day not withstanding his wife's amazing homemade soup we had for lunch."

Martin Reay reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"This was a really fantastic experience. Arian and his beautiful dog Bear made the whole day a real pleasure, so much so that I am going to book another day at the forge. Thank you so much."

Arian's Forge responded:

"Thank you for your lovely feedback Martin. It was a very enjoyable day and wonderful to see some really good efforts. I look forward to seeing you back at the forge soon! Arian. "

Gabor Herczeg reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"What a great day! We learnt the basics before lunch with a small project, and worked on bigger projects (or on our own idea) after lunch. It was great all over. The instructor was really skilled, and helpful as well. He left us work on our own, but always kept an eye on us, and answered questions when it was needed, helped when that was needed, and saved the project when I was about to ruin it :) I can recommend it to anyone. (It doesn't require too much strength at all, so really, I would recommend it to anyone!)"

Simon reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Superb! What a fantastic day at Arian’s Forge- wonderful location and once you’ve left your car behind on arrival you could have teleported backwards in time a few centuries. Totally immersed in a completely authentic working blacksmiths shop learning in no short order the various disciplines of forging steel and ultimately going home at the end of the day with things you never dreamt you could fashion yourself out of a bit of metal bar. Cannot recommend highly enough. "

Ben reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Very enjoyable day, with lots of practical opportunities but also a clear explanation of the process. There was a relaxed but productive atmosphere with a nice group and a very helpful, informative teacher. I was pleased with the items I made and want to get my own forge now! Addictive"

Julian reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Really great day, fun, nice people and learned a lot."

Tony Piff reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Well that was fun!! Aided by Arian who is a very enthusiastic, patient teacher, who makes a good soup (cooked on the forge naturally), I was able to produce some authentic hand made pieces. My ‘day’ was bought as a 70th birthday present & it was a really enjoyable experience. Thanks Arian for a really good day. "

Dan Picariello reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"A superb day! This is exactly what I hoped it would be. I achieved so much in such a short space of time, never felt rushed and always encouraged. Arian is a superb teacher and I highly recommend this!"

Gerard reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Arian is a very knowledgeable instructor. We were given some initial information about the day and quickly started to forge our objects of choice. The furnaces were started rapidly. This was a very relaxing day, there was no rush and I made two objects, one hook and one poker. These showed how skillful it was to produce these objects. My sons and wife were very impressed with these objects. My sons are considering coming on the next course."

Arian's Forge responded:

"Thank you for the review Gerard, it was a pleasure to meet you, and very glad you enjoyed the day. Great that your children have an interest in forge work and setting up their own forge; I’m sure you’ll be now able to help them and it would be great to meet them on one of my courses too. Best wishes, Arian"

Steve Hyde reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Really memorable and enjoyable day spent with Arian today at the forge. He's a great tutor with the knowledge, skill and patience to get you making pretty intricate creations surprisingly effectively! Good company, tasty soup and endless coffee. Highly recommended!"

Tom reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"I was really looking forward to this and it did not disappoint. Arian is a great teacher, he gives you enough knowledge to go and make really interesting pieces, but always keeps an eye on what you are doing and steps in to help when needed. I highly recommend this course, you’ll be amazed at what you can produce with Arian guiding you through the day."

Angela Cohen reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Adrian was a great teacher. The class size was kept small so there was lots of opportunity for individual attention. Would highly recomnend!"

Arian's Forge responded:

"Thank you Angela. So glad you had a good experience and well done on completing your 3 projects. Best regards, Arian"

James reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Arian was a great teacher and instructor. The level of instruction was just right and the day left you with some great practical experience and some self made mementos. Highly recommended."

Arian's Forge responded:

"Thanks for your feedback James . Really glad you were able to forge a knife out of carbon steel, and if you need any advice on hardening, tempering or anything else feel free to contact me. Great to meet you and hope to see you again at some point. Arian"

Augustas reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Amazing experience !"