Kerr Forge

Let me guess: you've watched Forged in Fire, and now you want to have a go at making your own knife? "Will it cut?" Lets find out! This course is perfect for anyone who would like to try their hand at Blacksmithing and Bladesmithing. You will learn the traditional techniques passed down through the ages for forging knives and many other edged tools, including forging, grinding, and heat treating to produce a blade that will stay sharp in use. This one-day course is for one or two people to forge...

Have you ever thought about making your own jewellery? Perhaps for yourself, or as a gift for a friend or loved one? This one-day course will take you step-by-step through the process of forging your own viking style jewellery in our quaint little forge in Benfleet, Essex. You will have a choice of which items you want to make, and you can make as many items as time will allow during the day (for most students this is two or three pieces). The materials are free and unlimited for the...

Have you ever thought about making your own wedding rings? Or perhaps a unique promise ring or anniversary ring? There is nothing more romantic than exchanging rings on your big day that you've forged for each other; infused with love from every blow of your hammer! This one-day course will take you and your loved one step-by-step through the process of forging your own beautiful rings in our quaint little forge in Benfleet, Essex. The Kerr Forge Blacksmith, Jon, will be alongside to help and advise at every step to...