Clarke Knives reviews

27 Nov 21'

Ben Hankins reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Bought this for my Dads Xmas present and I joined him on the day. The course was so much fun, the Clarke family were incredibly knowledgable and the end product was amazing! Dad and I had the best day and we would highly recommend taking this course!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"So glad you both enjoyed your day with us so much"

14 Nov 21'

Adrian Burholt reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"A really good day spent learning a new skill, having fun and coming home with something useful (a sharp knife). Excellent teaching and guidance all throughout the day. Highly recommended."

Clarke Knives responded:

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14 Nov 21'

Adrian Burholt reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"A really good day spent learning a new skill, having fun and coming home with something useful (a sharp knife). Excellent teaching and guidance all throughout the day. Highly recommended."

Clarke Knives responded:

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17 Oct 21'

Matty Graham reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"What can I say? Brilliant. Really good day with Graham David and Decklan. They showed us lots of well-needed tips and knowledge of how to forge. All 3 of them were over good. So helpful and always going round the group checking each person and helping and explaining things. I made a beautiful knife that I'm proud of. I could not have asked for better teachers. well-done lads.Thank you. Keep up the excellent work."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Great, we’re all so pleased you enjoyed your time with us ???"

17 Oct 21'

Matty Graham reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"What can I say? Brilliant. Really good day with Graham David and Decklan. They showed us lots of well-needed tips and knowledge of how to forge. All 3 of them were over good. So helpful and always going round the group checking each person and helping and explaining things. I made a beautiful knife that I'm proud of. I could not have asked for better teachers. well-done lads.Thank you. Keep up the excellent work."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Great, we’re all so pleased you enjoyed your time with us ???"

10 Oct 21'

Emma reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"Took my 14 year old son for a birthday treat on this one day course and he loved it! He had done a bit of blacksmithing before but Graham, David and Deklan were great tutors and he learned a lot! Came away with a very impressive knife! Thanks for making him feel so welcome. Definitely recommend this course."

10 Oct 21'

Emma reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Took my 14 year old son for a birthday treat on this one day course and he loved it! He had done a bit of blacksmithing before but Graham, David and Deklan were great tutors and he learned a lot! Came away with a very impressive knife! Thanks for making him feel so welcome. Definitely recommend this course."

14 Sep 21'

Josh reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Had a great day learning to forge a knife with some really good guidance helping me along the way. Really friendly team with some nice lunch included too. Would absolutely recommend to anyone that is interested."

14 Sep 21'

Will reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"A brilliant day learning so much about forging. Great family team who run the day and lots of experience between them. A very hands on experience with the knife making and thrilled with the end result, a strong, useful blade that you made yourself. Thank you, will be back for the axe making!"

12 Sep 21'

Brian Chapman reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"I came in here as a total novice, and very much enjoyed the day. The class had a great vibe, and was very hands-on - but with great support and teaching from David, Declan and Graham. I ended up with a knife that I'm very proud of, and it was thanks to them that it happened."

31 Aug 21'

Iain Hogan reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Fantastic day As somebody with a basic knowledge of DIY and how stuff works but having never worked with metal before I was a bit nervous at the start but equally at 62 I also had no desire to go back to school either. The course was excellent. The tuition was there when you needed it but hands off when you were heading in the right direction. There was a strong but not excessive focus on safety and as a result I felt 100% safe and under control in what was a potentially dangerous environment. There was a group of about 6 of us on the course all from different places, skill sets and ages (17 to 62) and all seemed to be getting the support they needed when they needed it The time flew and at the end of the day I had knife to show off to the family and all 10 digits still attached . The sandwiches were pretty good too. Great team, great day ,new skills learnt and a pretty good knife - Thanks guys"

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Iain, It's lovely to get feedback such as this to let us know we're getting it right ???"

9 Aug 21'

Paul K reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"I attended the one day course, had an excellent time and came away with a quality knife that is now in use in our kitchen. Graham and the guys are excellent tutors, explaining, then demonstrating each step. Any question answered and student techniques monitored through each stage to ensure you are doing the technique correctly. Very affable guys. Great environment; workshops as they should be."

Clarke Knives responded:

"So glad you enjoyed the day so much Paul."

26 Jul 21'

Jonathan Bayliss reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"I had a very enjoyable day learning the craft of knife making. It was an introductory class and was well managed by the blacksmiths. I would recommend the class to friends and family."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Jonathan, So glad it was so good for you. Regards Graham"

26 Jul 21'

Jonathan Bayliss reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I had a very enjoyable day learning the craft of knife making. It was an introductory class and was well managed by the blacksmiths. I would recommend the class to friends and family."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Jonathan, So glad it was so good for you. Regards Graham"

19 Jul 21'

Tonia reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"A great day, no nonsense expert tuition and so brilliant to have forged my own knife! Very satisfying!"

14 Jul 21'

Ian reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Had been looking forward to my day in the forge for nearly a year and upon finally getting there I had a great day. Graham and family were absolutely brilliant being extremely helpful and knowledgeable, and I cannot recommend this course enough if this is something you're interested in. Thank-you to all the Clarke family."

11 Jul 21'

Rob reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"First time in a forge, so didn’t know what to expect but Graham, Dave and Dex made me feel really welcome in a very relaxed atmosphere. As a proper novice, the 1-day knife course was ideal. The instruction was clear, constructive but not intrusive - the guys got it just right. As a result, I was really pleased with my knife at the end of the day - testament to the quality of the teaching. In short, a great day and highly recommended."

5 Jul 21'

Peter reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"My son and I had a great day. We had waited over 12 months for this and it was worth it. Graham and family were excellent teachers. The day was very informative and they explained every stage very well. Very aware of our needs and caught us just in time when we were going wrong. Eventually producing a knife that I will always treasure because I made it. Excellent day, James and I really enjoyed it. Thanks again."

30 Jun 21'

Max C reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Having bought as a gift for my Dad I didn't really know what to expect, but had an awesome day. The guys really love what they're doing and are great teachers- I really didn't see how my bent and battered slab of metal would become a knife but I left four hours later with something I'm pretty proud of! Would 100% go back for one of their other courses, and a few friends are planning to book from my recommendation. Can't recommend it highly enough."

29 Jun 21'

Tracey Kinge reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Thank you all for such an inspiring day! My son had a fantastic day fully supported by you all in not just your valuable knowledge but for your understanding and time to explain your practice. From this, I had chatter all the way home about the skills my son had learned with such enthusiasm that I am now looking into college courses for him. Thank you so much for sharing your skills and being so welcoming. Tracey KInge"

29 Jun 21'

Andrew Browning reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Just the most amazing day I went in and was given a very informative relaxed chat on all things forge, a piece of steel welded to a rebar by the end of the day went home with a proper finished knife that I am very proud off. Graham is a very easy going very skilful chap and hope to go back to learn some more from him sometime."

28 Jun 21'

Dominic reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"What a brilliant experience ! Graham and his wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm made for a really interesting and productive day. From a complete beginner to coming away with a lovely knife at the end of the day was fantastic. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a hands on and creative day in a forge/metal workshop. Thanks you."

28 Jun 21'

Luke reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"I went to the 1 day course on the 27th June 2021. Graham was our instructor and he was great! He demoed each step of the process and then let us get on with it, offering advise along the way. I'm really pleased with my knife and highly recommend the course."

20 Jun 21'

Kieron pollock reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Absolutely fantastic experience, fully recommend taking the course. The team are very knowledgeable, friendly and totally focused on making sure you have a great time and produce a superb knife to bring home."

30 May 21'

Catherine and Mike reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Great day with the 3 generations of Clarke’s, the family feel definitely added to the experience with lots of banter! Did everything they could to make sure you have fun and come out with an outcome you are happy with. Support you on the bits you are struggling with. This fact that it is a working forge adds to the experience Would recommend to others - brilliant day thank you"

Clarke Knives responded:

"We're so pleased you both enjoyed the day so much. Hope to see you again sometime ."

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